Survey Shows Shifts in South Korean Attitudes Towards Marriage and Family (BusinessKorea/12 Nov 2024)

BusinessKorea reports on a survey showing shifting attitudes in South Korea, with nearly half viewing marriage as unnecessary due to financial pressures and job insecurity. Acceptance of cohabitation and having children outside marriage is increasing. There’s also growing support for shared societal responsibility in elderly care. To boost birth rates, respondents prioritize housing support, job creation, and improved work-life balance.