Animals aren't objects: Gov't to hold debate on law revision

The South Korean government will hold a public debate next week on a possible revision to the Civil Act that would redefine the legal status of animals, which are currently treated as objects under civil law.

The Ministry of Justice said Tuesday the debate will take place on July 16 at the Supreme Prosecutors’ Office in Seoul, bringing together legal experts, academics and other specialists to discuss legislation on the legal status of animals.

The debate will cover three main topics: general an ...