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Romania is experiencing its lowest birth rate in a century, with couples often choosing to have only one child. Urban youth prioritize careers over starting families, leading to delayed parenthood. Financial stability and high living costs are significant factors influencing this trend. The fertility rate is particularly low in regions like Bucharest and Cluj. Experts warn that this demographic shift could result in a labor shortage and increased pressure on social systems in the future. Emigration has also contributed to the declining birth rate, as many fertile individuals leave the country.