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Thailand Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage: A Historic Day for LGBTQ+ Rights

Thailand officially legalizes same-sex marriage, marking a monumental milestone for LGBTQ+ rights as hundreds celebrate at a mass wedding event in Bangkok.

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  1. Thailand same-sex marriage law takes effect: "Every love is the same"

    The legalization of same-sex marriage in Thailand marks a significant milestone for LGBTQ rights in the region, reflecting a more accepting society, yet it highlights the ongoing need for further legal reforms to ensure comprehensive protections for same-sex couples.

    Thailand same-sex marriage law takes effect: "Every love is the same"

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  2. Couples wed as landmark same-sex marriage law takes effect in Thailand

    The historic legalization of same-sex marriage in Thailand marks a significant victory for the LGBTQ+ community and showcases the country's relatively open society, though challenges remain in changing cultural prejudices.

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  3. Celebration and a mass wedding in Thailand as same-sex marriage law takes effect

    The long-awaited recognition of same-sex marriage in Thailand marks a significant milestone and a joyous occasion for many couples who have fought for the right to call themselves a family.

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  4. LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status

    The enactment of the Marriage Equality Act is a groundbreaking moment for Thailand, underscoring the nation’s commitment to inclusivity and the recognition of human rights for all, regardless of gender.

    LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status

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  5. ‘I am so proud’: Joy as Thailand’s same-sex couples can at last get married

    The historic legalization of same-sex marriage in Thailand represents not only a significant victory for the LGBTQ+ community after decades of struggle but also a hopeful shift towards broader societal acceptance and equality.

    ‘I am so proud’: Joy as Thailand’s same-sex couples can at last get married

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  6. Thailand legalises same-sex marriage in historic move

    The legalization of same-sex marriage in Thailand marks a historic moment, reflecting years of struggle and a significant shift in societal attitudes, offering LGBTQ+ couples the recognition and rights they have long sought.

    Thailand legalises same-sex marriage in historic move

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Updated: Jan 23rd, 2025, 11:07 AM ET

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Thailand has legalized same-sex marriage, making it the first Southeast Asian nation to do so. The landmark law grants LGBTQ+ couples equal legal recognition, including rights to adopt, amidst societal acceptance challenges. On the first day of enforcement, a mass wedding in Bangkok saw nearly 200 couples register their marriages. Activists view this as a crucial step for equality, yet stress the need for further reforms in civil rights for LGBTQ+ families.

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