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[quote=GUEST11214,447179]Traditionally the son is responsible for his parents retirement, but since most families now have only one child, that could well be a daughter. When the daughter marries, her husband will usually be expected to take care of his parents. If her parents have little money and no pension they have a point. They might not own their own home and medical treatment can be very expensive. This is why many parents live with their offspring. Westerners are presumed to be rich so that invariably increases the bride price. The issue can only be resolved by your gf and negotiation. Unfortunately the word "love" in China does not always have the same meaning as understood by westerners. Love to a Chinese woman can mean a prospective home and a good income. As the male:female ratio continues to shift in favour of boys (due to selective abortion), girls will become a valuable commodity, and this situation will increase the pressure on men to be able to provide his bride with the living standard she demands.[/quote]
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