Shark Fin Banned in China
This article covers a recent ban on expensive items at receptions in China. They begin with a focus on shark fin soup, abalone, and birds nest soup, but don’t highlight the damage done to the animals or specifically sharks until the end of the article. There was a ban on serving shark fin soup in restaurants and hotels due to the high demand with increased wealth around China. The idea of being frugal and cutting back on unnecessary spending is the main argument presented. It is interesting because the article drew me in with Shark Fin in the title, but that is not a key point. However, the article is showing that movements are being made to help decrease the need for shark fins, whether or not their motive is for the sharks benefit.