How much will the number of students in Hong Kong decrease?

It is predicted that the number of first-year junior high school students will decrease by about 40% from the current level, to 32,300 by 2035.

What do people in Hong Kong think about having children?

According to the survey, only 23% of people under 50 want to have children, while 77% do not.

What are the main reasons for hesitating to have children?

The main reasons cited are economic pressure (child-rearing costs), severe housing issues, and busy work schedules.

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Hong Kong Faces Birth Crisis; Official Estimates Project Sharp Decline in Junior High Students

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Hong Kong is bracing for a severe demographic shift, with junior high school student enrollment projected to drop by 40% by 2035. A recent survey also revealed that only 23% of residents are willing to have children.

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Q: How much will the number of students in Hong Kong decrease?: A: It is predicted that the number of first-year junior high school students will decrease by about 40% from the current level, to 32,300 by 2035.
Q: What do people in Hong Kong think about having children?: A: According to the survey, only 23% of people under 50 want to have children, while 77% do not.
Q: What are the main reasons for hesitating to have children?: A: The main reasons cited are economic pressure (child-rearing costs), severe housing issues, and busy work schedules.