South Korea’s birthrate has risen for the first time in nine years, with 238,300 births recorded in 2024, a 3.6% increase from the previous year.
The country’s fertility rate also saw a slight increase, rising to 0.75 from 0.72 in 2023, although it remains one of the lowest in the world, prompting concerns about population instability and the need for comprehensive solutions, including attracting more migrants.