Based on the provided data, the lifetime risk of maternal death in South Korea shows a consistent and significant decline from 2024 to 2028. The forecasted values indicate a reduction from 0.0038 in 2024 to 0.0013 in 2028. For reference, the value in 2023 was 0.0045, showing a notable improvement over the forecasted period.
Year-on-year variations illustrate a progressive decrease:
- From 2024 to 2025: -18.42%
- From 2025 to 2026: -19.35%
- From 2026 to 2027: -24.00%
- From 2027 to 2028: -31.58%
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -23.97%, indicating a steady annual decline in the lifetime risk of maternal death.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of healthcare advancements, government policies targeting maternal health, and socioeconomic factors that may further influence the maternal mortality rate. Monitoring these areas will be essential to understand better and potentially accelerate the positive trend observed in the forecasted data.