In an interview with the media today (13th), first lady Kim Geon-hee, the spouse of President Yun Seok-yeol, insisted on ending dog eating, saying, "Among countries with large economies, only Korea and China eat dogs."



In an interview with the Seoul Shimbun published today, Mrs. Kim said, "I hope that concrete results will come out of animal cruelty, neglect of abandoned dogs, and dog food issues."



It was her first press interview with Mrs. Kim, where she spoke on the topic of animal rights protection.



She is an animal lover, and Ms. Kim has 7 pets, including 4 dogs and 3 cats.



She has also been a long-time sponsor of an abandoned animal rescue organization.



First Lady Kim said, "I think that a universal culture should be shared with advanced countries. (Eating dogs) can lead to anti-Korea sentiment." "Dog meat is actually not good for health. Dogs raised for food They eat, sleep, and even defecate in a narrow yard. There are cases where they are raised with antibiotics.”



"Ultimately, not eating dogs is an expression of respect for humans and their closest friends, and respect for life," she said.



When it comes to ending dog eating, she said, "I think it can be addressed with policy," she said.



Regarding the many opinions about strengthening the animal abuse punishment law since the inauguration of the Presidential Commission, First Lady Kim said, "Korea's animal protection law is the weakest among countries that have achieved economic growth." "The domestic companion animal population is 15 million. I believe that a more mature society can be achieved if order is established by strengthening it. In the end, animal cruelty and domestic violence are just different branches from the same stem.”



He continued, "Respecting animals means respect for the socially disadvantaged." "Respect for animals should be extended to social interest in the underprivileged. For example, in abused children, marginalized women, abandoned infants, and sheltered facilities. It's a problem with young people who have to come out, so I have a sense of duty to respect animals."



First Lady Kim said, "When I understood that very word, after I understood that, I heard that U.S. President Joe Biden's visit to Korea on the 21st of last month said "married up" to President Yoon. 'Really?'" He said. "I am a person who lacks a lot. Everyone needs to find someone who is suitable for each other as a mate, and I must be able to help my husband."



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