Until unification or a permanent peace deal is agreed, Korea will forever be a potential geopolitical hotspot. Deterrence is crucial due to North Korea's recent security pact with Russia, escalating conflict risks.
South Korea has almost double North Korea's population but is confronted with a looming demographic crisis. North Korea faces severe food insecurity, resulting in malnutrition.
North Korea boasts one of the world's largest armies with mandatory conscription for long terms. South Korea, despite no food issues, has fertility rate challenges and projected population decline.
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