In Sichuan, the matchmaking and engagement process needs to be regulated. Locally, this specifically refers to the exchange of betrothal gifts.

On December 2nd, a screenshot of a notice regarding the work of eliminating outdated customs in Huilong County, Liangshan Prefecture, Sichuan Province, posted by a netizen, sparked discussion. The notice mentioned that key aspects such as blind dates, engagement, marriage, and breaking off engagements should be witnessed by the township, village, parties involved, and parents, with signatures on a record book and the entire process documented through video, audio, and photos. The relevant personnel from the agricultural office of Huilong County responded that these requirements in the notice are part of the specialized working mechanism of the township and village for eliminating outdated customs and are not rigid requirements for the public to follow. At the same time, key aspects such as blind dates, engagement, marriage, and breaking off engagements specifically refer to the transactions involving dowries. If the events like blind dates and engagements do not involve dowry-related matters, the staff will not interfere and fully respect the freedom of marriage and relationships of the people.