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flag In August, South Korea's births increased 5.9%, marking the second consecutive monthly rise, despite a low fertility rate and overall demographic concerns.

flag In August, South Korea saw a 5.9% rise in births, totaling 20,098, marking the second consecutive monthly increase, according to Statistics Korea. flag However, the total fertility rate remains critically low at 0.71. flag Deaths rose by 5.6%, resulting in a natural population decrease of 12,146. flag The increase in births is attributed to couples marrying after pandemic delays, but overall demographic concerns persist due to high living costs and economic challenges.

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