I am aware of that , but the Chinese buying these expensive 'remedies' are affluent. So considering they are affluent, you woud expect them to be logical.
You would also expect them to hold some humane beliefs, or maybee the problem is with me applying Western mindset to Asia.
Where they probably acquired their affluence through business/dog-eat-dog practices in the first place, neglected their health in the process, and ultimately turn to quick, convenient "cures" so that they can continue to maintain and increase their wealth till the end of their days.
On the contrary, China will jail those who hold humane beliefs, devoting their lives to spirituality; even stealing their organs. China did not get to the position of power they are today by respecting human rights, environmental rights, let alone those of animals.
Same with Russia. They won't be bullied by us on our moral high horse. The way they treat gays. They don't give a fuck what we think and they shouldn't. Same with this animal thing.
Advancement of society economically and technologically raises quality of life, education and communication with the world. You would expect people to become more educated and be more aware of scientific norms with their quality of life ascendancy. As greater % of Chinese expereince affluence , education and communication with the outside world, I would assume their outlook on life changes too. Just as the advance in technology, media and education has seen more people in the West discard religious dogma and go with science.What does wealth from, for example, a successful auto import business have to do with understanding of medicine or Western ethics?
I'm not seeing any logic in your reasoning.
While you express disdain for Western morality, keep in mind it is Western morality that has allowed you to live a relatively free life, free to practice your religion and culture. European Russia and China aren't going to be remotely as accomadating.Same with Russia. They won't be bullied by us on our moral high horse. The way they treat gays. They don't give a fuck what we think and they shouldn't. Same with this animal thing.
I am just surprised that China can have cities that emulate Japan to a large degree , large scale manufacturing and research but still have affluent people hold onto such idiotic beliefs. I associate such beliefs to uneducated or religious persons. Chinese aren't particularly religious, and the persons buying these 'cures' are affluent , so wouldn't necessarily be ignorant country bumbkins either.Where they probably acquired their affluence through business/dog-eat-dog practices in the first place, neglected their health in the process, and ultimately turn to quick, convenient "cures" so that they can continue to maintain and increase their wealth till the end of their days.
On the contrary, China will jail those who hold humane beliefs, devoting their lives to spirituality; even stealing their organs. China did not get to the position of power they are today by respecting human rights, environmental rights, let alone those of animals.
Nailed it.. People go crazy about shit like this and the Yulin dog festival, but have no problem paying someone to torture and slaughter animals they see as 'food'. News flash, we* don't treat animals any better.Let's not get too carried away considering how we treat our cattle ,pigs, poultry Etc
humane killing, classic..We don't treat our livestock like them. Laws in place all for humane killings.
humane killing, classic..
For what an advanced Chinese society looks like, refer to Singapore. It's one of the top 5 most developed nations in the world, and yet it consumes a large amount of shark fins and has terrible human right records. Technological advancement does not neccessarily bring Western values of human rights and animal welfare to society. Japan kills thousands of whales and dolphins each year, while we club defenceless seals in Canada, both leading first world countries with unnecessary babaric practices.I am just surprised that China can have cities that emulate Japan to a large degree , large scale manufacturing and research but still have affluent people hold onto such idiotic beliefs. I associate such beliefs to uneducated or religious persons. Chinese aren't particularly religious, and the persons buying these 'cures' are affluent , so wouldn't necessarily be ignorant country bumbkins either.
Crush cages and shark finning are the two animal things that get me really mad. They just seem pointless, lazy, and cruel.
For what an advanced Chinese society looks like, refer to Singapore. It's one of the top 5 most developed nations in the world, and yet it consumes a large amount of shark fins and has terrible human right records. Technological advancement does not neccessarily bring Western values of human rights and animal welfare to society. Japan kills thousands of whales and dolphins each year, while we club defenceless seals in Canada, both leading first world countries with unnecessary babaric practices.
I am just surprised that China can have cities that emulate Japan to a large degree , large scale manufacturing and research but still have affluent people hold onto such idiotic beliefs. I associate such beliefs to uneducated or religious persons. Chinese aren't particularly religious, and the persons buying these 'cures' are affluent , so wouldn't necessarily be ignorant country bumbkins either.
Brutal Dolphin/Whale killing is a cultural tradition in Denmark:
Doesn't get any more Western than Denmark.
So bizarre that Oriental countries get heated media coverage for this kind of stuff but nobody outside youtube is even aware of practices like this in Europe & N. America.
We don't treat our livestock like them. Laws in place all for humane killings. Some slaughterhouses not keeping to the law does not mean the culture as a whole condones such behavior.
You can't sit there and tell me our treatment of animals is on par with China. It's like saying our issues with raciam and oppression is on par with Saudi or China, because we still have issues.
We are omnivores. We can choose to kill animals as humanely as possible or not give a fig about their suffering. Most people want to minimize suffering.humane killing, classic..