Hey guys! Guess what? China is making it easier for couples to get married! 🎉
In the Chinese mainland, there used to be a rule called the hukou system. Hukou is like a household registration that ties people to their hometown. Before, if two people wanted to get married, they had to go back to their hometowns to register their marriage. That could be a big hassle, especially if they lived or worked far away!
But now, the Chinese government is changing the rules. Soon, couples can register their marriage anywhere in the country, not just where their hukou is. This means they can choose a marriage office that’s convenient for them. How cool is that? 😄
This change is great news for many young people who move to big cities for school or work. They won’t have to spend extra time and money traveling back home just to get married. Imagine having to go on a long trip just to fill out some forms! Now, it’s much simpler.
Did you know that in 2020, about 493 million people in China lived away from their hometowns? That’s more than the entire population of the United States and Canada combined! 🇺🇸🇨🇦 With so many people on the move, this new rule will help a lot of couples.
The government made this possible by creating a new digital system. It’s like putting all the marriage information into a big computer network so offices everywhere can access it. They also plan to make online appointments and checks even easier. Technology to the rescue! 💻
So, next time you hear about someone getting married in China, they might be tying the knot without any extra travel worries. Cheers to happy couples everywhere! 🥳💖
Reference(s):
China to lift hukou-based marriage registration restrictions
cgtn.com
