Monthly Cash Grants Lift Population in Shrinking Korean County
Seoul Economic Daily
Boeun County in North Chungcheong Province saw its population rise for four consecutive months under a pilot basic income program aimed at revitalizing shrinking rural areas. The program, which provides monthly cash grants to residents, has led to increased local spending, a 29% rise in credit card sales, and a significant increase in young residents. However, the initiative has faced challenges with ineligible applications, including cases where individuals registered addresses without actually residing in the county.
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