Seoul's Fertility Rate Rebound: A Mixed Blessing? The recent uptick in Seoul's fertility rate and marriages has been welcomed as a respite from the city's years long demographic decline.
However, this trend raises questions about what it really means for families and policymakers. A closer examination of the data reveals a more nuanced picture. A Virtuous Circle, or Just a Fleeting Glimpse of Hope?
The Seoul Metropolitan Government attributes the increase in births and marriages to measures easing the financial burden associated with pregnancy, childbirth, and housing.