BEIJING -- The Chinese government is planning a step-by-step approach to making early childhood education free, aiming to reduce the burden of high child-rearing costs on households, spark consumer spending and boost the declining birthrate.
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China, one of the most expensive places to raise a child, eyes free preschool
Beijing hopes to lighten load on household budgets, encourage bigger families
Kindergarten can cost a Chinese family of three as much as 30% of their household income. © Kyodo
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