מושגי ליבה
The author highlights the severe gender imbalance in Vietnam, emphasizing the societal consequences and proposing solutions to address the issue.
תקציר
In Vietnam, a significant gender disparity exists, with more boys than girls, leading to societal challenges. The traditional preference for sons, coupled with prenatal sex determination technologies, has exacerbated this issue. Women face pressure to bear sons, leading to increased risks of forced marriages and human trafficking. Despite legislative efforts and growing awareness, tangible social reforms are necessary to alleviate the gender gap and its associated problems.
סטטיסטיקה
Only few other countries exhibit such a significant gender imbalance as Vietnam.
83% of pregnant women know the gender of their child before birth.
The relative surplus of young men aged 20-39 is projected to increase from 3.5% to 10% by 2059.
ציטוטים
"Vietnamese women face extreme pressure to bear a son. Failure may result in mistreatment by their husbands and families." - Khuat Thu Hong