Ageing populations pose security challenges for Japan, South Korea (GulfNews/16 Oct 2024)

Gulf News reports that Japan and South Korea are both grappling with aging populations and declining birth rates, severely affecting military recruitment. South Korea, in particular, struggles to meet military recruitment goals, with only 77% achieved in 2022. Both nations are turning to AI and robotics to offset the shrinking workforce, while South Korea’s low birth rate continues to pose challenges to national security and defense readiness.