May Sees Lowest Number of Births in History with Just Over 8,000 Newborns
According to data released by the Statistics Korea on May 26th, the number of births in May reached a record low of 8,988, a decrease of 1,069 or 5.3% compared to the previous year.
This is the lowest number of births in May since monthly statistics began in 1981. Additionally, it is the first time that the number of births in May has fallen below 20,000.
The number of births has been continuously declining for 90 months since December 2015.
The birth rate, which is the number of births per 1,000 people, also decreased by 0.2 to 4.4 compared to the previous year.
On the other hand, the number of deaths reached a record high of 28,958, an increase of 50 compared to the previous year. This makes May the month with the highest number of deaths.
With the number of deaths surpassing the number of births, the population has been naturally decreasing for 43 consecutive months.
This decline in the number of births raises concerns about the future population and its impact on various aspects of society, such as the labor force and social welfare.
Experts suggest that the declining birth rate is influenced by various factors, including the high cost of raising children, the trend of delaying marriage and childbirth, and the increasing number of women pursuing careers.
The government has been implementing various policies and incentives to encourage childbirth and support families, but it seems that more efforts are needed to reverse the declining trend.
As the population continues to age and the number of births decreases, it is crucial for society to find sustainable solutions to ensure a balanced and prosperous future.
What are some factors influencing the decreasing birth rate in May, according to experts?
May Sees Lowest Number of Births in History with Just Over 8,000 Newborns
Data released by Statistics Korea on May 26th reveals that the number of births in May hit a new record low of 8,988, marking a 5.3% decrease compared to the previous year.
This is the lowest number of births recorded for the month of May since statistical records began in 1981. It is also the first time that the number of May births has dipped below 20,000.
The downward trend in births has been ongoing for 90 months, starting in December 2015.
Furthermore, the birth rate, which measures the number of births per 1,000 people, also dropped by 0.2 to 4.4 compared to the previous year.
In contrast, the number of deaths reached a new record high of 28,958, reflecting a 50-person increase compared to the previous year. May now holds the unfortunate distinction of having the highest number of deaths among all other months.
With deaths outnumbering births, the population has been naturally declining for 43 consecutive months.
The declining birth rate is raising concerns about the future population and its potential impact on various facets of society, including the labor force and social welfare.
Experts point to several factors influencing the decreasing birth rate, such as the high costs associated with raising children, the trend of delaying marriage and childbirth, and the increasing number of women prioritizing careers.
The government has implemented various policies and incentives to encourage childbirth and support families. However, it appears that more efforts are required to reverse this declining trend.
As the population continues to age and the number of births decreases, it is crucial for society to find sustainable solutions to ensure a balanced and prosperous future.
“Concerning decline! The record low birth rate in May is alarming and calls for urgent attention. The pandemic’s impact on family planning and societal changes must be addressed to ensure a brighter future.”
This record low birth rate in May is a concerning trend that cannot be ignored. With the fewest babies born in over 40 years, we must reflect on the potential long-term impact on our society, economy, and future generations. Understanding the reasons behind this decline and finding effective solutions is essential for ensuring a sustainable and thriving future.