Overview

• Seoul plans to hire 500 Filipino caregivers next year, with potential expansion to 1,000 by 2028.
• The first 100 caregivers have arrived and will start work on September 3, earning South Korea's minimum wage.
• Critics argue the high costs make the program inaccessible for average households and question its long-term effectiveness.
• Experts suggest improving conditions for local workers as a more sustainable solution.
• The program highlights broader issues of labor shortages and demographic challenges in South Korea.