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South Korea’s birth rate is rising – but the population is still shrinking

South Korea’s very low birth rate and ageing population have long served as a cautionary tale for other governments worried that they’ll see similar demographic challenges.

The Conversation · Feb 26

Ping An wants to turn China's demographic crisis into an opportunity to showcase a ‘silver future’

The population in China is getting older—and wealthier, better educated, and more skilled. The company sees it as a business opportunity.

Fortune · Jul 29, 2025

‘Obstetric winter’: Why are China’s hospitals shutting delivery wards?

China’s birthrate is falling and hospital maternity departments across the country are closing, according to reports.

Al Jazeera · Mar 24, 2024