Why does South Korea have the lowest birth rate of the world? | Now You Know
Premieres Apr 8, 2025 | Now You Know
South Korea has the lowest birth rate in the world. While factors like the economy, government policies, an
Premieres Apr 8, 2025 | Now You Know
South Korea has the lowest birth rate in the world. While factors like the economy, government policies, and culture play a role, these challenges exist globally. So what makes South Korea so unique?
Now You Know talks to Anna Kook, an AJ+ reporter who covers South Korean society and news. She explains why people in South Korea are not having enough babies.
In this episode:
Anna Kook, AJ+ Reporter
Episode credits:
This episode was produced by Zaina Badr, Fahrinisa Campana, and our Host, Samantha Johnson.
Munera AlDosari is the engagement producer. Aya Elmileik is our lead of engagement.
Our sound designer is Joe Plourde. Our video editor is Catherine Hallinan.
Jo de Frias is Now You Know’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio.