Pro Natal and Ageing Policies Flashcards
What is the fertility rate of Germany in 2023?
1.61
The fertility rate was 1.53 in 2020.
What is Elterngeld in Germany?
A monthly payment for parents during the first 12-14 months after a child’s birth, covering a percentage of after-tax earnings
The maximum amount is €1,800, and the minimum is €300.
How does the family allowance payment structure in Germany work?
Monthly payments of:
* €190 for the first two children
* €196 for the third child
* €221 for each subsequent child
Increases by €2 each year per child.
What is the fertility rate of Italy in 2023?
1.26
The fertility rate was 1.31 in 2020.
What is the baby bonus in Italy?
A one-time payment of €1,000 to couples who have a second child
Additional support for women in challenging circumstances.
What is the fertility rate of Japan in 2023?
1.37
The fertility rate was 1.36 in 2020.
What are the New Angel Plan and Plus One Policy in Japan?
Pro-natalist policies to make having children easier by allocating funds to childcare facilities, reducing educational costs, and improving family housing
These policies have had modest success in increasing fertility rates.
What is Japan’s average life expectancy in 2023?
85
This reflects the challenges of an ageing population.
What percentage of Japan’s national budget is spent on pension and social security costs?
A third
This includes healthcare and elderly support.
What is Abenomics?
A set of policies aimed at increasing the workforce size by incentivizing women to work
Female workforce participation increased from 46.6% in 2007 to 72% in 2022.
What is the new pensionable age approved in Japan?
70
This reduces the financial burden of pensions.
Which community in Japan incentivizes young couples to stay and work?
Tara
Payments of up to €2400 are provided for this purpose.
Fill in the blank: The policies in Germany provide maximum support for modern families where the mother seeks to develop her career and the father wishes to _______.
spend more time off work with the baby.
True or False: Italy’s childcare infrastructure is well supported by the government.
False
Childcare services are expensive due to little government subsidy.
What is the impact of immigration on Germany’s fertility rate according to Tomas Sobotka?
About half of the rise in fertility rate is explained by immigration
However, this boost is not expected to last.
What does Japan’s Robot Strategy forecast regarding healthcare recipients?
Four out of every five healthcare recipients will receive robotic support
This is part of the Abenomics Department’s promotion of innovation.
Explain one policy aimed at an ageing society.
Raising of retirement age and pension age to reduce financial burden.
Explain the benefits of one pro-natalist policy.
Elterngeld provides financial support to parents, encouraging higher birth rates.
Explain how two groups of people have been affected by a pro-natalist policy.
- Families benefit from financial support
- Immigrants contribute to rising fertility rates.
To what extent do you agree with the statement: ‘Of all the demographic challenges nations face, ageing is the most serious’?
Subjective response required.
