In the capital of Thailand, Bangkok, over 200 same-sex couples took part in a ‘mass wedding,’ following the passing of a law giving same-sex couples full legal, financial, and adoption rights, with another 1574 same-sex couples getting married on the 23rd of January, the day the law went into effect.
With full endorsement from the King and almost unanimous support from Government, Thailand – which has long been known as LGBTQ friendly – is now the first country in Southeast Asia to pass such a law.
Thailand shines as a beacon of queer hope in Southeast Asia, and indeed the world. We, and many others hope that this monumental moment in history can serve as an example to follow.
After a decades long battle for gender and queer rights, two men can finally Bangkok, in Bangkok.
