Moscow, July 28. The President of the Federation Council of Russia
Moscow, July 28. The President of the Federation Council of Russia, Valentina Matviyenko, commenting on the demographic situation in Russia, noted that everyone has joined the demographic agenda.
Consensus
- Valentina Matvienko reported demographic improvements during a meeting with President Vladimir Putin on July 18, 2024.
- In 18 regions of Russia, birth rates increased in the previous year.
- The number of multi-child families is increasing.
- The number of social orphans decreased by 17% in 2025.
- The number of children in orphanages has decreased.
- Abortion numbers have declined by nearly 12% over two years.
- There has been a sustained decrease in abortions for the past two years.
Points of divergence
- The number of student families increased twofold, with half of them being families with children. — interfax
- In Vologodskaya Oblast, abortions decreased by 45%. — interfax
- Matvienko stated that the demographic agenda has been embraced 'by everyone'—regions, local authorities, ministries, and government agencies—with sectoral programs in place. — vesti
Coverage (2 sources)
- Matvienko reports rise in birth rates in 2025 across 18 regions — Интерфакс
- Matvienko comments on Russia's demographic situation — Вести
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