LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status
LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand register their marriages on the first day of law giving them equal status
Hundreds of LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand are expected to make their wedded status legal on the first day a law takes effect granting them the same rights as heterosexual couples
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Published on: 23/01/2025 | 01:07:07
AI Summary:
Marriage registration is customarily done at district offices, but on Thursday, 300 couples are expected to complete the formalities at a daylong gala celebration in central Bangkok. The marriage equality bill amended the Civil and Commercial Code to change the words “men and women” and “husband and wife” to “individuals,” “marriage partners.” It is supposed to open up access to full legal, financial and medical rights for LGBTQ+ couples.
Original: 160 words
Summary: 70 words
Percent reduction: 56.25%