South Korean City Offers $38,000 for Marriages
A South Korean city is offering $38,000 in incentives to couples who find a partner and marry, aiming to boost the country’s declining birth rates. This bold initiative is viewed as a potential solution to the ongoing population crisis.
Due to rapidly falling birth rates, South Korean authorities are exploring unconventional solutions. One city has announced that it will provide $38,000 to couples who find a partner and marry.
The crisis, driven by an aging population and young people’s reluctance to marry, is prompting South Korea to adopt drastic measures. The city government has introduced this massive incentive to encourage young people to start families.
To qualify for the payments, couples must meet specific conditions after finding a partner and marrying. Experts are closely monitoring the effectiveness of this strategy in addressing the nation’s low birth rate. With South Korea having one of the lowest birth rates globally, similar incentive programs are being considered for other regions.