30 October 2019
Commitment title:
Endeavor to Address Low Birth rates
Commitment description:In order to overcome the issue of low birth rates, Korea makes the following commitments.
To create a society where all citizens raise a child together and work together, the Korean government will reduce the burden of childbirth and childcare expenses, ensure that parents spend more time with their children, establish a secure childcare system with no blind spots, create an inclusive family culture that respects all children, and lay the foundation for stable life for the younger generation.
Mode of engagement:
- Policy and guidanceIn order to overcome the issue of low birth rates, Korea makes the following commitments.
Commitment to be actioned in:
Republic of Korea
Submitted from:
Republic of Korea
Submitted by
Republic of Korea
Thematic area
Draw on demographic diversity to drive economic growth and achieve sustainable development
Commitment category
(8) Investing in the education, employment opportunities, health, including family planning and sexual and reproductive health services, of adolescents and youth, especially girls, so as to fully harness the promises of the demographic dividend.