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On Low Birth Rates with Demographer Boris Vaňo. (13.8.2026 16:00)

from Slovakia Today, English Language Current Affairs Programme from Slovak Radio · host STVR

Slovakia is experiencing a continued decline in birth rates, with fewer children being born each year and noticeable changes in the country’s demographic structure. The report from the Statistical Office of Slovak Republic says, the birth rates recorded for the year 2025 were the lowest since the World War II. What is behind this trend, and how will it shape the future of Slovak society? In today’s programme, we take a closer look at the latest data and long-term projections with demographer Boris Vaňo. Secon part of the show looks at the growing popularity of crypto-assets in Slovakia and what the introduction of new regulation means for ordinary investors. As a part of the economic segment Young Money we spoke to National Bank of Slovakia about the risks of investing in crypto, Slovaks’ level of knowledge about digital assets, and what people should know before deciding to invest.

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