“Too Many” to “Too Few”: South Korea’s Declining Fertility Rates (NewSecurityBeat/30 Oct 2024)

New Security Beat article on South Korea’s declining birth rate highlights the transition from past population control efforts to modern, less effective pronatalist policies. While incentives are in place, the article argues that tackling gender inequality, rigid work culture, and childcare burdens is crucial. For real change, it emphasizes, policies must align with women’s needs and perspectives.