The demographic crisis in Europe
The European demographic winter has become an alarming reality, with most countries on the continent presenting fertility rates that do not reach a minimum of 2.1 children per woman, except in the case of the small Monaco. The new data that comes from France by 2024 amplify this concern, but instead of seeking solutions to the decrease in the population, a controversial approach is proposed: the promotion of abortion as a fundamental right.
The European Debate on Abortion
With the return of Donald Trump to power in the United States and his firm stance on abortion, organizations that defend this practice have sought refuge in Europe, a territory more receptive to their ideas. Recently, a group of European parliamentarians has once again proposed the inclusion of abortion in the letter of fundamental rights of the European Union. Tilly Metz, a Luxembourg environmental MEP, argues that this decision would have a ‘positive impact’ on Member States, implying that abortion would become a supranational right.
Political resistance in Europe
Despite the efforts to make abortion an unquestionable right, European political reality presents an adverse scenario. Countries like Poland and Hungary, and recently Italy and the Netherlands, could oppose any modification of the letter of fundamental rights, as any change requires the consensus of all Member States.
Financing and resources for abortion
With the stoppage of U.S. Foreign Aid Programs under Trump, it has been clear that many initiatives have been funded by public resources, not only humanitarian. Activists in the sector have expressed their urgent financial support need, which should now come from Europe, the continent that seems more willing to promote this controversial practice, despite its social and economic implications.
Consequences of the promotion of abortion
It is worrying that, in such an adverse demographic and economic context, public funds will be used to promote abortion, a practice that can be seen as a step towards social decomposition. The idea of promoting abortion as a solution can be considered a reflection of current tensions, which require a deep reflection on the future of European societies.
A critical look at Futur
As abortion debates intensify, it is essential for European society to consider not only the immediate implications of these decisions, but also the long -term repercussions on its social demographics and cohesion. The need to find sustainable solutions that promote life instead of promoting their interruption is more urgent than ever.
