Thailand approves marriage equality bill, pending senate and royal approval
The Guardian — March 27, 2024, 05:00 PM UTC
Summary: Thailand's lower house approved a marriage equality bill with 400 out of 415 lawmakers voting in favor. If approved by the senate and the Thai king, it will become law in 60 days, making Thailand the first in southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. The bill aims to ensure equal rights for all couples. Other countries in Asia legalizing same-sex marriage are Taiwan and Nepal.
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