International Marriage

Koreans, especially our grandparents and parents, might feel proud that Koreans are pure blood. And that is one reason why they don't want foreigners as a member of family although they welcome foreigners to be a guest. However the younger generation may think a little different way. the more people have a chance to visit other countries for studying or business, the more changes we can see in our society. Some people don't care other's nationality and race. Other people even prefer foreigner to Koreans. It is proved by increased rate of international marriage.

I'm also in favor of international marriage. But we need to change and improve our society for international marriage couple. One of my friend met a Filipina and got married with her. They have two children and seem to live well in Korea. But he always wants to go to the Philippines again. Because he is worried about discrimination to his children. He says that although many people are in favor of international marriage, it is only for between Korean and Western people. To South East Asia people, We still have discriminations and prejudice and he doesn't want his children to be hurted. It is very shameful but true. We look down on South East Asia people because they are from poor countries. Actually I studied in the Philippines last year and I met many Koreans who were studying as well me. Some students backbite teachers despite they were taught.

The rate of international marriage is getting increase but we are still immature. We should change our idea and greet foreigner no matter what nationality he has.