But as a question respondent, you have to consider everything.
If the relationship between your and your can't be recognized by a person who can speak in your family, then there will be no good result. If you have to choose one side, I believe you are reluctant.
I'm afraid you finally choose to stand with your friends in your own country, thinking that time can make your family downplay this matter, which is a big mistake. Time may make your family downplay these things, because they are your family after all and love you. But can a boyfriend always keep the mentality of influencing his family? Won't your family's opposition leave a shadow in his heart? Can you promise that he won't impose these shadows on you in the future? Does it make your life uncomfortable? Of course, there is also a possibility that your boyfriend may be better for you because of your firm choice. It is also possible. So, life is full of bets. The key is to see if you can afford to gamble. I'll teach you a secret of gambling, that is, don't think about whether you can lose if you lose.
These situations are not without, but they should be considered comprehensively. Let's try again and see if we can get the family's consent.