"Korean Dog Meat Farmers Resist Outlawing Efforts"

Dog meat farmers in South Korea are pushing back against efforts to outlaw the industry, which has faced increasing opposition due to concerns about animal rights and South Korea's international image. While dog meat consumption is not explicitly banned or legalized in the country, there is a growing movement to prohibit it. The anti-dog meat campaign received a boost when the country's first lady expressed support for a ban and lawmakers submitted bills to eliminate the trade. However, farmers and restaurant owners are protesting against the proposed ban, and surveys show that one in three South Koreans opposes it. The dog meat industry in South Korea has received international attention due to the country's reputation as a wealthy, modern democracy.