(WHALING) SOUTH KOREA — Thankfully the South Korean government has decided to scrap a controversial plan to hunt whales for scientific research. Environmentalist and non-whaling nations were suspect the plan was a cover for commercial whaling and were instrumental in getting the idea thrown out. Read more on the prime minister’s decision below. — Global Animal
(WHALING) South Korea is considering hunting minke whales for “scientific purposes.” The proposition is supported by Korean fisherman who blame whales for declining fish populations. Environmental groups and other countries are skeptical of South Korea’s motives, and believe it to be a thinly veiled attempt to practice commercial whaling under the pretense of scientific research. Read on for more on this situation and to find out what action is being taken against it. — Global Animal
(DOLPHIN NEWS) A new bill announced this week in South Korea will ban the capture of bottlenose dolphins for use in entertainment shows. The new legislation designates sea turtles, sea horses, and bottlenose dolphins as protected species, authorizing their capture only for research reasons and with proper permission. Read on for more on this promising news and the future penalties for capturing protected species in South Korea. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL RIGHTS) SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA – Fendi fashionistas got more than they bargained for when protesters showed up to their fur-heavy fashion show. The protesters are fighting to eliminate fur in fashion, a value that has made great strides in America and Europe, but is just beginning to take hold in Asia, where Fendi is exporting their torture to new markets. Wise up, Fendi – fur isn’t beautiful, necessary or even particularly fashionable. — Global Animal
(ANIMAL WELFARE) SOUTH KOREA — Since the beginning of civilization, humans have worn fur; however, that does not mean the practice ought to continue. Although once a necessity to keep warm, we have infinitely many attractive alternatives that do not endanger animals, with whom we cohabit the world. How can someone dress elegantly while wearing the remains of a once living animal? — Global Animal
(ANIMAL WELFARE) SOUTH KOREA — The Fendi fashion show is scheduled to take place in Seoul in two weeks. The capital city and designer can’t agree on one thing: fur. Seoul says no fur or no show, but Fendi says that “fur is part of the DNA of Fendi.” We applaud Korea’s citizens for reminding Fendi that animal cruelty is never in vogue and hope Fendi gets the message. It’s a new season – and compassion is in fashion. Read on… — Global Animal
SOUTH KOREA — South Korean pigs are suffering from a massive outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease. This epidemic, having cost Korean farmers over $1 billion in damage, is perhaps the most serious in the nation’s history. While that economic figure may be disturbing, even more so is the horrific, inhumane handling of the infected pigs. Read on and find out how you can join the resistance against this tragedy of animal cruelty. — Global Animal
SOUTH KOREA — South Korea banned whaling years ago, but it is still legal to sell whale parts from whales found already deceased. This policy has created a loophole though which illegal whaling is possible.Discover how Korean officials are now working to close the loophole, and prevent further whale deaths.
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