Historic Thai Law Recognises Same-Sex Marriages

Historic Thai law recognises same-sex marriages - but not all families are equal
American businessman Jacob Holder met his Thai husband Surapong Koonpaew in 2021, got married in the United States two years later and then returned to Thailand, where they live and work. This week, their union will be recognised under Thai law,
Same-sex couples in Thailand speak of happiness before marriage equality law takes effect
It's a big week for LGBTQ+ couples in Thailand. On Thursday, they will be able to legally register their marriages, making it only the third place in Asia, after Taiwan and Nepal, where they have such a right.
Thailand's Historic Step: Marriage Equality and the Challenges Ahead
Thailand's marriage equality law, which takes effect soon, marks a significant milestone in Southeast Asia as it recognizes same-sex marriages. However, for couples like Jacob Holder and Surapong Koonpaew,
AP PHOTOS: Same-sex couples in Thailand speak of happiness before marriage equality law takes effect
Thailand’s landmark marriage equality bill was officially written into law on Sept. 24, after it was endorsed by King Maha Vajiralongkorn. LGBTQ+ couples will be able to register marriages this week when it takes effect on Thursday,
Same-sex couples struggle to build 'modern families' in Thailand
Thailand took a historic step in 2024 by legalising same-sex marriage, but the legislation stops short of granting LGBTQ couples full parental rights. Same-sex couple Jacob Holder and Surapong 'Keng' Koonpaew struggle to build 'modern family' in Thailand.
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