Illustrative photo (Source: VNA)Hanoi (VNA) – Hanoi has set a goal
this year to limit the imbalance of the and keep the rate at
113 girls per 100 boys.
According to the municipal Department, local
work is facing difficulties due to the city’s large population
and area.
In 2018, the capital recorded the birth of
117,784 babies, representing a rate of 15.13 births per 1,000, an annual
decrease of 0.17 per thousand. Meanwhile, the sex ratio at birth was 113 boys
per 100 girls.
The city said this year, it will continue
implementing its project on screening tests before and during pregnancy to
boost population quality. Communications campaigns to raise public awareness on
caring for children’s physical development via exercises and nutrition are also
important.
Statistics show that sex imbalances at birth
in Vietnam increased from 107 boys per 100 girls in 1999 to 110.5 in 2009,
113.8 in 2013 and 112.2 at present. The imbalances are increasing and spreading
nationwide.
Up to 55 out of 63 cities and provinces have
sex ratio at birth exceeding 108 boys per 100 girls, including Hanoi.
Sex imbalances at birth in Vietnam are
mainly caused by the longstanding preference of males over females. Besides,
people have easier access to affordable sex determination and sex selection
technology, which allow couples to pursue their desire for sons.
As such, Vietnam is expected to lack 2.3 to 4.3
million women by 2050 if no prompt interventions are taken.-VNA
Source: VietnamPlus
