South Korea's births declined by 3.3% in Feb, the lowest since 1981, leading to a population decline.
South Korea's births declined by 3.3% in Feb, the lowest since 1981, with only 19,362 babies born. This decline began in Oct 2022 due to economic difficulties like high housing prices and unemployment. Marriages fell by 5% and divorces increased by 1.8%, leading to a population decline of 10,614 in Feb. South Korea's total fertility rate is at a record low of 0.72, and the country is predicted to become a highly aged nation by 2072.
April 24, 2024
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