Group 1 - The newly revised Marriage Registration Regulations, effective from May 1, eliminate the requirement for a household registration book for both marriage and divorce registrations, but the divorce cooling-off period imposes significant restrictions, making divorce not easy despite the removal of the household registration requirement [1][3] - The implementation of the divorce cooling-off period has led to a decrease in the proportion of consensual divorces from 86.1% in 2020 to 71.94% in 2023, while litigation divorces increased from 13.9% to 28.06%, indicating that the cooling-off period has not effectively strengthened marriages [3][4] - The number of marriage registrations in 2024 has reached a historical low since 1980, reflecting a shift in attitudes towards marriage, with some individuals opting not to marry due to the complexities of divorce [4][16] Group 2 - The divorce cooling-off period has resulted in couples preferring litigation over mediation, as they find court-mediated resolutions quicker than waiting for the cooling-off period to end [6][8] - The cooling-off period may exacerbate conflicts between couples, as one party may withdraw their divorce application during this time, leading to increased distrust and resentment [6][7] - The cooling-off period and the prohibition on litigation can create unfair situations regarding property distribution, as the initial court ruling may not address asset division, allowing one party to potentially transfer assets during the waiting period [10][12] Group 3 - Women, particularly full-time mothers, are more likely to be disadvantaged by the cooling-off period, as they may lack knowledge about family finances and find themselves in a vulnerable position during divorce proceedings [12][18] - The trend of individuals choosing to cohabit rather than marry is increasing, as many perceive marriage as complicated and burdensome due to the cooling-off period [16][19] - The complexity of asset division in divorces has increased due to the variety of assets involved, including intangible assets like stocks and cryptocurrencies, making the process more challenging [14][20]