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Korea considers backdating new child benefits for all 2027 births

The government is considering retroactive child-rearing benefits for babies born in early 2027, addressing a potential gap of up to 34.28 million won ($25,550) under the new subsidy system.

2026.10.14

Over 20% of population over 65 years old this year

A report from the Data Ministry said that the proportion is set to rise further to 30 percent in 10 years.

2026.10.1

Korea on course to be the world's oldest country by 2060

By 2060, 41 percent of Koreans are projected to be 65 or older, bringing mounting pressure on workers, pensions and elderly poverty.

2026.9.4

Korea to allow short-term parental leave, expand support for fathers from August and September

New rules let workers take one- or two-week parental leave for urgent child care needs while broadening paternity and spouse-support leave.

2026.8.11

A job fair for international students held last year in North Chungcheong [NORTH CHUNGCHEONG PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT]

Foreign residents top 2 million with new visa system, more int'l students

The number of foreign residents in Korea broke 2 million last year, as more people entered the country in search of jobs, contributing to a slowdown in the rapid aging of the country's population.

2025.7.29

Universities can lift Korea’s pitifully low birthrate

But if our society continues making effort slowly but steadily, it will surely get better.

2024.8.18

Effective command for fighting low birthrate (KOR)

If the new governmental body leaves responsibilities divided across various ministries, it will only add to inefficiency in government policy.

2024.5.13

Effective command for fighting low birthrate

If the new governmental body leaves responsibilities divided across various ministries, it will only add to inefficiency in government policy.

2024.5.12

Addressing the low birthrate goes adrift (KOR)

We need a uniform direction to combat our low birthrate.

2024.2.1

Addressing the low birthrate goes adrift