Russian Lawmakers Approve Ban On Promoting 'Propaganda' Child-Free Life To Boost Birth Rate | N18G

Russian Lawmakers Approve Ban On Promoting 'Propaganda' Child-Free Life To Boost Birth Rate | N18GRussian MPs on Tuesday passed in the final third reading controversial legislation banning “propaganda” of remaining childless, the latest measure targeting what Moscow depicts as Western liberal ideas.Facing an ageing population and low birth rates, Moscow is seeking to reverse a demographic slump – accentuated by its military offensive on Ukraine – that threatens its economic future.MPs in the Duma lower house of parliament voted unanimously in favour of the draft bill, which would apply to materials online, in media, advertising and in films that promote “rejection of childbearing”.Show more