South Korea's Military Faces Crucial Manpower Shortage Amid Declining Birthrates
Published on: Aug. 10, 2025, 1:06 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
South Korea's military force has decreased by 20% over six years, reaching 450,000 troops, as the country faces a dramatic drop in enlistment-age males due to the world's lowest birthrate. This presents challenges in maintaining defense readiness and could lead to operational difficulties if not addressed.
