More than 40,000 girls never born each year due to sex selection in Vietnam

A reproductive medicine doctor in Ho Chi Minh City has raised concerns that sex selection could contribute to a larger surplus of men in Vietnam. Annually, more than 40,000 girls are estimated to be missing at birth in the country. This issue highlights potential societal and demographic challenges posed by the imbalanced sex ratio at birth. The doctor emphasized the importance of addressing the root causes of sex selection to ensure a healthy gender balance in the future. This situation could lead to long-term implications for Vietnam's social and economic fabric if left unaddressed. Key points * Over 40,000 girls are estimated to be missing at birth annually. * Sex selection could contribute to a larger surplus of men. * A reproductive medicine doctor in HCMC raised these concerns. Nguồn / Source: Tuổi Trẻ News