New Delhi, June 6: Japan, known for its ageing population and declining birth rates, is taking a unique approach to addressing this issue. Tokyo administration is set to launch its own dating app aimed at promoting marriage and boosting the national birth rate. The initiative is part of the government's efforts to tackle the country's declining population, which has been seen for the eighth consecutive year.

As per a report of India Today, Tokyo, to launch a dating app to boost the birth rate, the new app will require users to submit documentation proving they are legally single and sign a letter stating they are willing to get married. Additionally, users will need to provide a tax certificate slip to confirm their annual income. The app will also include a mandatory interview to verify the user's identity. Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said the trend of declining birth rates is the "gravest crisis our country faces". Google Acquires Cameyo To Introduce Windows Apps to ChromeOS Devices.

The declining birth rate in Japan is a significant national crisis, with the country's population projected to decline by approximately 30 per cent to 87 million by 2070. The government's efforts to boost the birth rate are crucial in addressing this issue. The government has allocated funds in its recent budget to encourage marriages through innovative initiatives. YouTube Updates Firearms Policy: Google-Owned Platform Toughens Policy on Gun Videos and Youth; Critics Say Proof Will Be in Enforcement.

The administration has allocated 200 million Yen in its 2023 budget and 300 million Yen in its 2024 fiscal budget to support marriage-promoting projects through mobile apps. Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX and owner of X, has also praised Japan's recognition of the importance of addressing declining birth rates. He emphasized the need to address ageing populations by increasing birth rates.

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