"South Korea Takes Bold Stand Against Dog Meat Trade"
TL;DR
South Korea's parliament has voted to ban the production and sale of dog meat, with the law set to be enforced in 2027 and carrying penalties of 3 years in prison or a $23,000 USD fine for violators. President Yoon Suk Yeol is expected to sign the bill, which has faced opposition from those in the dog meat trade industry. Despite threats from farmers, the ban is supported by most adults in the country, reflecting a shift in attitudes towards the consumption of dog meat.
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