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What is the Korean age problem? Understanding the unified age system

Before a 2023 law, South Koreans navigated a confusing web of three different age systems, which led to significant administrative and social costs. This complex method of calculating age, widely known as the Korean age problem, caused decades of widespread confusion.

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Do Koreans count age differently? Understanding the Shift to International Age

In June 2023, a new law officially standardized age counting in South Korea, making citizens up to two years younger overnight for all legal and administrative purposes. This monumental shift directly addresses the question, **Do Koreans count age differently?**, by clarifying the historical system and explaining the modern approach for public policy, including considerations for healthy aging and senior care.

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