"Rising Pressure to End South Korean Dog Meat Industry"

The dog meat industry in South Korea is facing growing pressure to be banned as activists and politicians push for legislation against it. While dog meat consumption is a centuries-old practice on the Korean Peninsula, there is increasing public awareness of animal rights and concerns about the country's international image. The anti-dog meat campaign received a boost when the first lady expressed her support for a ban, and lawmakers have submitted bills to eliminate the trade. However, the prospects for passing an anti-dog meat law remain uncertain due to protests from farmers and restaurant owners involved in the industry. The number of dog farms has decreased, and surveys show that a third of South Koreans oppose a ban.