South Korea becomes "super-aged" as over 20% of its population hits 65+, due to a low birth rate.
South Korea has become a "super-aged society" with over 20% of its population aged 65 or older, driven by a low birth rate of 0.7 births per woman. This marks a rapid demographic shift since 2008, when the elderly constituted just 10%. Despite government efforts to boost birth rates, factors like high child-rearing costs and competitive job markets have hindered success. The population is projected to shrink to 39 million by 2067, with a median age of 62.
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