MHP prepares 11-point new report against demographic transformation and fertility rate
The population vision report prepared by MHP was presented to Chairman Devlet Bahçeli.
The 11-point Turkey Population Vision report, prepared by the MHP Research and Strategy Development Unit—which addresses the decline in the total fertility rate and the aging of the population as a national survival issue—has been presented to MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli.
Presentation and Scope of the Report
The MHP Research and Strategy Development Unit prepared a report titled Turkey's Population Vision examining the change in Turkey's population structure. MHP Deputy Chairman Özgür Bayraktar announced that this prepared study was presented to MHP Chairman Devlet Bahçeli.
Demographic Data and Changes
According to the data in the report, Turkey's total fertility rate dropped from 2.38 children in 2001 to 1.44 in 2025. It was particularly emphasized that this rate remains below the population replacement level of 2.10.
It was stated that Turkey's population was 70.6 million in 2007 and rose to 86.1 million in 2025. Despite this, it was noted that the slowdown trend in population growth and the phenomenon of aging constitute a national survival issue.
Working Life and Insurance Recommendations
Among the 11-point policy proposals aimed at increasing fertility and supporting families was the inclusion of maternity insurance within the scope of long-term insurance. Additionally, it was requested that mothers' retirement premium days and age requirements be reduced based on the number of children they have.
Making flexible and remote working models permanent for mothers and granting 12 months of paid parental leave to mothers and 2 months to fathers in the public sector are among the prominent headings in the report.
Tax and Financial Supports
It was proposed to make income tax deductions based on the number of children and to completely abolish taxes for families with 3 or more children. It was also demanded that education and food allowances be provided to families starting from the third child.
Providing interest-free, long-term housing and vehicle loans to families with three or more children and applying a 50 percent discount on electricity, natural gas, water, and internet expenses were shown among the measures included in the report.
Basic Needs and Rural Development
Providing free diapers and baby formula to families in need was listed among the social supports envisioned in the report. It was requested that support be provided in housing, agriculture, and livestock fields for young married couples wanting to move to rural areas.
It was clearly stated in the report that various steps need to be taken to bring internet, education, health, and other social facilities in villages close to urban standards.