Morocco adopts non-lethal stray dog control measures by end of 2025?
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Morocco Plans to Cull 3 Million Stray Dogs to Enhance City Aesthetics Ahead of 2030 FIFA World Cup Co-Hosted with Spain and Portugal
Jan 19, 2025, 06:12 AM
Morocco has announced plans to cull approximately three million stray dogs in preparation for the 2030 FIFA World Cup, which the country is co-hosting with Spain and Portugal. The initiative aims to enhance the aesthetic appeal of cities ahead of the international event, a move that has drawn significant criticism and sparked global outrage among animal rights advocates. The decision is part of a broader strategy to promote tourism during the World Cup, which is expected to attract millions of visitors to Morocco. The announcement has raised concerns regarding animal welfare and the ethical implications of such actions.
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