A Surrogate's Struggle in China Sparks Online Uproar

In the bustling city of Chengdu, a 28-year-old woman found herself in a tough spot. She had agreed to be a surrogate, which is illegal in China, and things didn't go as planned. The woman didn't show any signs of pregnancy after the embryo transplant, so the agency sent her home. But lo and behold, she later discovered she was indeed pregnant. When she tried to contact the agency, they were nowhere to be found. This story blew up on Weibo, with many users voicing their concerns and criticisms about the surrogacy agency's actions.China has been cracking down on illegal surrogacy activities for a while now. Last year, authorities vowed to severely punish any such activities. This is all happening as China tries to boost its birth rate, which has seen a decline for two years in a row. Just this week, the State Council announced new measures to create a more welcoming environment for having kids. The surrogate’s story quickly became a hot topic on Weibo. A user named Xiongzai pointed out that such activities have always been happening under the radar. Another user, Xiaoxi, added that without proper laws, there's not much that can be done to change the situation. Chengdu's health authorities are now investigating the matter. They've promised to take strict action if the agency is found guilty of any wrongdoing under the law. This case has sparked conversations about the need for clear regulations on surrogacy in China.