Beyond the Demographic Cliff: Workforce Trends and Economic Adaptation in Hyper-Aged Korea
South Korea’s demographic shift toward an increasingly older population is reshaping the country’s workforce. To ensure continued economic well-being, South Korea must prioritize workforce adaptation through technological innovation, skill development, and structural reforms.
published by on July 29, 2025
Korea Economic Institute
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