France implemented
a new paid birth-leave policy to combat its falling birth rate and encourage
families to expand.
Under the
policy effective Wednesday, parents of children born or adopted on or after 1 January
of this year will receive an additional one to two months of paid leave.
French
government anticipates that this economic incentive will positively impact the
future labor market, social security systems, and demographic balance.
According to
the new guidelines, parents can u...