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Y. T. Hwang Family Foundation Series on Ethics & Common Values Inaugural Lecture by Dr. Jim Yong Kim

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Challenges and Solutions for Korea's Declining Birth Rate

This chapter explores the societal challenges faced by Korea, such as low birth rates and declining marriage rates. It discusses demographic trends, economic impacts, and government efforts to boost the birth rate, including proposed solutions like immigration reform and addressing gender inequality. Additionally, the chapter touches on the rise of single-person households, loneliness issues, and measures taken in various countries to address social isolation.

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