China to build 'birth-friendly society', refine social security system

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Authorities will also foster "positive attitudes towards marriage and childbearing", according to an official government report.  BEIJING: China said on Thursday (Mar 5) it would build a "childbirth-friendly society" in the next five years, pledging to address concerns over employment, education, medical care, health and income, according to an official government report . Authorities will improve population services and respond proactively on ageing, including "promoting high-quality, full