Korea's low birthrate measures stall in National Assembly (ChosunBiz/7 Feb 2025)

Chosun Biz reports that key policies to address South Korea’s low birth rate remain stalled due to political gridlock. The planned Population Strategy Planning Department is delayed, with budget cuts raising concerns over policy gaps. Efforts to integrate kindergartens and childcare centers face stakeholder conflicts, while tax incentives for work-life balance remain blocked in committee.