Taiwan’s shrinking population is a national security threat

An OBGYN in Taipei explains why Taiwanese women are not having kids, and why that could mean danger for the island's future.

Aug 04, 2026

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Taiwan’s shrinking population is a national security threat

An OBGYN in Taipei explains why Taiwanese women are not having kids, and why that could mean danger for the island's future.

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