The Czech Republic is facing its worst demographic decline since the time of Emperor Joseph II – only around 77.6 thousand children were born last year. The low number has sparked a debate on how to boost the birth rate, and a sensitive topic has come into play: artificial insemination of women without a partner. The Ministry of Health admits to changing the law. But the business of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) is getting involved.
The Czech Republic is facing its worst demographic decline since the time of Emperor Joseph II – only around 77.6 thousand children were born last year. The low number has sparked a debate on how to boost the birth rate, and a sensitive topic has come into play: artificial insemination of women without a partner. The Ministry of Health admits to changing the law. But the business of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) is getting involved.