Population Dynamics Case studies

Population Dynamics Case studies

1. China's Anti-natalist Policy

   • City = 1 child unless both parents are single
     • Countryside = 1 unless first is a girl
   • Rapid population growth
   • Cons
     • Gender inbalance
     • Illegal abortions
     • Little emperor syndrome
     • Population is still growing
     • Granny police
   • Pros
     • Slowed population growth
     • Less girls = lower birth rates
     • Increased benefits for children
     • Families have more money
       • Support children

2. Italy's Pro-natalist Policy

   • Payments of 1000 euros if you have a second child
   • Increasing amount of jobs from government
   • Population is decreasing
   • Not enough young work
   • Pros
     • 1000 euros if you have a second child by 2004
     • 500 euros baby bonus law
   • Cons
     • Short time frame
     • Lack of affordable state child care
     • Baby bonus law only for Italy
     • Cash encourages young pregnancy

3. Japan's Ageing Population

   • High cost of providing pensions for the elderly
   • High cost of healthcare
   • Smaller workforce = less taxes
   • Lots of knowledge (e.g. natural disasters)
   • Take care of children for workers

4. Philippines Youthful Population

   • Large workforce
     • Provides high income for country
   • More taxes
   • Lack of knowledge
   • High amounts of education and healthcare