More babies are being born in South Korea. This January, the number of newborns reached its highest in four years. As such, the country’s population decline is slowing down. Experts hope for a “golden cross,” when births exceed deaths again. They expect the total fertility rate to rise to 0.9 this year. While that is progress, it still falls short of 2.1, the level required to keep a steady population.
J.K. Park Senior Reporter kids/1776738130/1613368150
1. When did newborns reach the highest number?
2. What is the expected fertility rate now?
3. How many babies keep the population steady?
1. Is having more babies good for Korea?
2. Do you want a big family later?
3. How can we help families with babies?
More babies are being born in South Korea. This January, the number of newborns reached its highest in four years. As such, the country’s population decline is slowing down. Experts hope for a “golden cross,” when births exceed deaths again. They expect the total fertility rate to rise to 0.9 this year. While that is progress, it still falls short of 2.1, the level required to keep a steady population.
