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Wedding Day Extortion: Why China’s Bride Prices Are Soaring

Last Updated on October 5, 2026 by Jeff Tomas BEIJING – A wedding day should be a joyous celebration of love, trust, and family unity. But across China, many grooms are walking away from the altar in absolute shock. The beautiful tradition of giving a bride price is turning into a transactional nightmare. Instead of […] The post Wedding Day Extortion: Why China’s Bride Prices Are Soaring first…

Wedding Day Extortion: Why China’s Bride Prices Are Soaring

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