Buddhist Temple Offers Unconventional Path to Love for South Korean Singles (KoreaBizwire/11 Aug 2024)

Korea Bizwire reports that a Buddhist temple in South Korea hosted a successful matchmaking event as part of efforts to address the country's low birth rate, with 12 out of 20 participants finding matches. The event, organized by the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism, attracted significant interest, highlighting the growing concern over South Korea's demographic challenges. The initiative, recognized by the government, is part of broader efforts to encourage marriage and boost birth rates.