Thailand's lower house approves marriage equality bill

Summary: Thailand's lower house approved a marriage equality bill with 400 out of 415 members voting in favor. The bill aims to provide equal rights for all marriage partners regardless of gender. If passed by the Senate and endorsed by the king, Thailand would be the first in Southeast Asia to legalize such rights. The bill amends the Civil and Commercial Code to ensure legal, financial, and medical rights for LGBTQ+ couples.

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