Russia Mulls ‘Ministry Of Sex’, State-Sponsored Dating Incentives To Combat Declining Birth Rates
<p>Russia is reportedly considering the creation of a ‘Ministry of Sex’ in an attempt to counter the declining libido and birth rates of the nation. The demographic crisis has been exacerbated by the war in Ukraine, which has seen over 600,000 Russian soldiers lose their lives.</p> <p>Putin’s officials continue to propose various strategies to combat falling birth rates, but some Russian women have openly criticised these measures. One suggestion involves turning off the Internet—and even lights—from 10 pm to 2 am to encourage intimacy among couples. Another unusual idea proposes state-paid compensation for stay-at-home women raising children for doing housework, potentially adding this to their pensions.</p> <p>The Ministry of Sex also recommends covering expenses for… Read More »Russia Mulls ‘Ministry Of Sex’, State-Sponsored Dating Incentives To Combat Declining Birth Rates