Thailand's Parliament Legalizes Same-Sex Marriage
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Thailand's House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill to legalize same-sex marriage, marking a significant step towards becoming law. If approved by the Senate and the king, Thailand would be the first in Southeast Asia to recognize same-sex marriages. The bill defines marriage as a partnership between two individuals, granting L.G.B.T.Q. couples equal rights to tax savings, inheritance, medical treatment consent, and adoption. This legislation, more than a decade in the making, aims to create equality in Thai society and has received widespread support.
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