What in the World How Thailand’s same-sex marriage law could impact South East Asia
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Nov 21, 2024 Panisa Aemocha, a BBC Thai journalist based in Bangkok, sheds light on Thailand's groundbreaking legalization of same-sex marriage, the first in Southeast Asia. She discusses the rights now granted to LGBTQ+ couples, including adoption and inheritance. The cultural significance of boy love and girl love series in Thai media is explored, alongside the activism that spurred this change. Aemocha also examines how this milestone could influence LGBTQ rights in neighboring countries, considering both supportive and conservative reactions.
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LGBTQ+ in Thailand
- LGBTQ+ culture is mainstream in Thailand, integrated into daily life.
- The popularity of Boy Love (BL) and Girl Love (GL) dramas contributes to this acceptance.
Pride in Thailand
- Panisa Aemocha attended Pride in Bangkok and Berlin, noting Thailand's growing Pride scene.
- The government promotes Pride events to boost tourism and revenue, expanding beyond Bangkok.
Marriage Equality Bill Delays
- Thailand's same-sex marriage bill faced 23 years of delays due to societal criticism and political instability.
- The bill finally passed, allowing marriages starting January 22nd, 2025.