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Global Love Report – Jul 3rd, 2024 Summary by Margaret W South Korea is tackling its lowest-in-the-world birthrate crisis with innovative measures, as local governments roll out unprecedented initiatives to spur marriages and boost the birthrate. North Gyeongsang Province and Seongnam are leading the charge with inventive matchmaking programs, such as North Gyeongsang’s Solo Village…

Global Love Report – May 22nd, 2024 English summary by Margaret W The Covid pandemic has rekindled the appeal of these agencies, leading to a significant increase in memberships. The matchmaking industry is evolving, with agencies like Atoutcoeurs in Belgium. On a typical week, Sabine’s tasks consist of: Meeting a new client for tea and…

Global Love Report – April 17th, 2024 English summary by Margaret W Singles are increasingly becoming disillusioned with impersonal dating apps like Tinder and online dating sites. Instead, they are gravitating toward matchmaking agencies, hoping for a more personalized way to find their ideal partner. A2 Rencontres is the oldest matchmaking agency in Belgium. Their…

Global Love Report – April 3rd, 2024 English summary by Margaret W Maan van de Sande and Riek Lavrijsen, a couple who found love at a speed dating event, are now intent on helping others experience the same joy. Their goal is to facilitate the creation of meaningful connections by hosting ‘Experience Speed Dating’ events…

Global Love Report – February 14th, 2024 English summary by Margaret W “MA RENCONTRE,” a matchmaking agency primarily serving residents in the Corrèze area in France, was founded by Carine Valou, who has 23 years of industry experience in matchmaking. This agency is unique as it emphasizes profile verification, personalized consultation, and strict adherence to…

Global Love Report – February 7th, 2024 English summary by Margaret W Patricia Leconte, founder of Joy, a matchmaking agency based in France for people over 50, emphasizes the importance of real-world interactions and relationships based on simplicity, respect, and mutual independence. She believes that people who join matchmaking agencies are not necessarily seeking marriage,…

Global Love Report – February 7th, 2024 English summary by Margaret W IBJ Group’s ZWEI and matchmaking app Omiai have formed a strategic alliance to combat Japan’s population decline by promoting successful marriages in Japan. Recognizing a trend of people using both matchmaking apps and matchmaking agencies, IBJ sees the relationship as collaborative, not competitive.…

Global Love Report – January 31st, 2024 English summary by Margaret W A ski resort in Brandnertal, Austria, is offering a new and unique concept of speed dating. Singles who are looking for a partner can take part by wearing a sticker or a badge. And they will share a two-person ski lift ride that…

Global Love Report – December 27, 2023 English summary by Margaret W According to a recent report by Duo, a South Korean matchmaking agency, the criteria for ideal partners among young people in South Korea are not solely based on physical appearance.  The report revealed that the most preferred occupations for unmarried individuals aged 25…

Global Love Report – November 15, 2023 Summary by Margaret W Tammy Shaklee, a Relationship Expert and Founder of H4M, shared the results of a survey conducted on the thoughts and experiences of singles regarding AI in the dating world. The survey also highlighted concerns about deception and ethics in the use of AI. Here…