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Stop the Cruelty Behind Pork: Groups urge the end of live pig auctions
Taiwan's live pig auction system subjects the animals to extreme cruelty and abuse. The brutal mistreatment endured by approximately 6 million pigs annually in Taiwan before slaughter, including violent electric shocks, whippings, metal branding, and hooking of the snout or dragging by the anus while the animals are still alive.
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EAST urges phase-out of live pig auctions in Taiwan
Currently, most pork consumption in Taiwan involves the live auction of pigs. This outdated system poses serious animal welfare concerns and hinders the modernization of Taiwan’s pork industry. The severe stress experienced by these animals can adversely affect meat quality, pose food safety risks, and remove incentives for farmers to adopt better farming practices.
No more shows over animal suffering—NGOs appeal for cruelty-free tourism
NGOs in Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, UK and US shine a light on marine mammal captivity.
Taiwan the first Asian nation to ban seal oil
Taiwan has become the first Asia nation to ban the import and sale of marine mammals and their products
Taiwan's improved shark protection policy makes Taiwan a leader in ocean conservation in Asia
Taiwan's Fisheries Agency will implement "fins-naturally-attached" policy from next year.
The search for wings of happiness: No shark fin soup at wedding banquets
Major convenience store chains vow to drop shark fin for a more
Taiwan's four largest convenience store chains have vowed to drop shark fin for a more auspicious Lunar New Year.
Taiwanese government continues to risk the sustainability of its own fishing industry
Greenpeace and EAST call for Taiwan to support marine reserve to protect marine ecosystems.
Taiwan's miracle gone bad: investigation documents widespread cruelty and abuse by authorities
EAST unveils the results of a three-year investigation into animal shelters in Taiwan exposing widespread cruelty and abuse.
HSI and EAST praise National Palace Museum for taking shark fin soup off its menus
Humane Society International and EAST praise the National Palace Museum for its momentous decision.
Humane Society International and EAST call on National Palace Museum to drop shark fin
Humane Society International and EAST issue a joint statement to urge Silk Palace at National Palace Museum to stop serving shark fin.
EAST urges phase-out of live pig auctions in Taiwan
Currently, most pork consumption in Taiwan involves the live auction of pigs. This outdated system poses serious animal welfare concerns and hinders the modernization of Taiwan’s pork industry. The severe stress experienced by these animals can adversely affect meat quality, pose food safety risks, and remove incentives for farmers to adopt better farming practices.
No more shows over animal suffering—NGOs appeal for cruelty-free tourism
NGOs in Taiwan, Hong Kong, China, UK and US shine a light on marine mammal captivity.
Taiwan the first Asian nation to ban seal oil
Taiwan has become the first Asia nation to ban the import and sale of marine mammals and their products
Taiwan's improved shark protection policy makes Taiwan a leader in ocean conservation in Asia
Taiwan's Fisheries Agency will implement "fins-naturally-attached" policy from next year.
The search for wings of happiness: No shark fin soup at wedding banquets
Major convenience store chains vow to drop shark fin for a more
Taiwan's four largest convenience store chains have vowed to drop shark fin for a more auspicious Lunar New Year.
Taiwanese government continues to risk the sustainability of its own fishing industry
Greenpeace and EAST call for Taiwan to support marine reserve to protect marine ecosystems.
Taiwan's miracle gone bad: investigation documents widespread cruelty and abuse by authorities
EAST unveils the results of a three-year investigation into animal shelters in Taiwan exposing widespread cruelty and abuse.
HSI and EAST praise National Palace Museum for taking shark fin soup off its menus
Humane Society International and EAST praise the National Palace Museum for its momentous decision.
Humane Society International and EAST call on National Palace Museum to drop shark fin
Humane Society International and EAST issue a joint statement to urge Silk Palace at National Palace Museum to stop serving shark fin.
