MARRIAGE AND FAMILY IN CHINA: MAJOR SOCIAL ASPECTS AND TRENDS

The evolution of family and marriage relations in China is closely linked to the significant social, economic, and cultural changes that have occurred over the past few decades. Rapid urbanization and economic reforms have led to substantial transformations in family structures and marital relations. At the same time, the development of public norms has sparked debates about the impact of these processes on social cohesion and cultural identity. The aim of this study is to analyze the current changes in family and marriage relations in the People's Republic of China (PRC) and forecast their future development. Special attention is given to the role of Confucian values in these transformations. The novelty of the research lies in examining how urbanization, economic, and social factors have influenced family structures and marital behavior. The research methods include both quantitative and qualitative analysis and using statistical data. The results show a decline in marriage and birth rates in China, driven by economic instability and social changes, as well as the influence of Western norms on Chinese society, while traditional values are still preserved. The study proposes measures to address demographic issues, such as improving family and social support, and emphasizes the need for improving state family policy. Acknowledgments : The article was carried out within the framework of the project of granted financing of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan on the topic «Pragmatic Experience of the Confucian Model of Development in Eastern Countries: China, Japan, Singapore, South Korea» (АР 19677768 ).