Turkey’s Efforts to Stimulate Population Growth
In recent years, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has been vocal about the declining population growth in Türkiye. He has emphasized the importance of having at least three children per family to address the demographic crisis facing the country.
However, recent data shows that Türkiye’s fertility rate has been steadily declining, leading to concerns about an aging population. This decline in fertility rates is attributed to various factors such as delayed marriages, smaller family sizes, and socioeconomic changes within Turkish society.
To tackle this demographic challenge and stimulate a baby boom, Türkiye needs to implement new strategies. Firstly, ensuring economic stability and addressing the housing crisis can help encourage families to have more children. Secondly, strengthening family policies that align with the changing social realities of Turkish society is crucial.
Türkiye should also consider regulating migration to the country to benefit from reverse brain drain and planned migration. Additionally, investing in youth by improving education, employment opportunities, and healthcare services is vital for sustainable growth.
By integrating demographic studies into academia and developing comprehensive population policies, Türkiye can work towards fostering a demographic resurgence. This is essential to avoid facing an aging crisis that could have devastating consequences for the country’s economy and society in the future.
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Sofia Martins graduated from the Technical University of Madrid with a degree in Agronomy, focusing on plant nutrition and soil science. She has a deep interest in sustainable fertilizer management and works to develop eco-friendly solutions that optimize plant growth while minimizing nutrient runoff. Sofia is a dedicated researcher and has published several articles on sustainable plant nutrition practices.