On January 23, 2025, Thailand became the first country in Southeast Asia and the third in Asia, after Taiwan and Nepal, to legalize same-sex marriage. This breakthrough marks a significant milestone in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights in the region.
A Road of Struggle and Perseverance
The passage of the equal marriage law in Thailand is the result of decades of activism and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights. Despite the visibility and social acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community in Thailand, legal obstacles to official recognition of same-sex couples persisted. The new legislation amends the Civil and Commercial Code, replacing terms such as “man and woman” and “husband and wife” with “individuals” and “spouses,” thus ensuring equal legal, financial and medical rights for same-sex couples.
Celebrations Across the Country
The entry into force of the law was celebrated with enthusiasm across the country. In Bangkok, more than 200 couples took part in a group wedding at a shopping mall, while district offices across the country registered hundreds of marriages. By the end of the day, 1,832 same-sex marriages had been registered, exceeding initial expectations.
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Implications and Future
With the legalization of equal marriage, same-sex couples in Thailand now enjoy the same rights as heterosexual couples, including inheritance, adoption and making medical decisions on behalf of their spouses. This achievement is not only a triumph for the Thai LGBTQ+ community, but also serves as an inspiration for other countries in the region that do not yet legally recognize same-sex unions.
Despite this monumental breakthrough, activists acknowledge that there is still work to be done to ensure full equality and protection of LGBTQ+ rights in Thailand. However, the legalization of same-sex marriage is a crucial step towards a more inclusive and equitable society.
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