Covers, covers and arch curtains: the first LGBT+ couples are like them “shelter” In Thailand, in order to introduce a law authorizing marriage between people of the same sex, a pioneer in Southeast Asia.
“Today, this is an exceptional day. We want the right to aim, like others.”Raised after AFP Sappanyoo Panatkool, 38 years ago, after his son Partenaire Apiwat Apiwatsayree, 49 years old, who had a child with a ceramic.
The two actors, dressed in various beige outfits, represent the first couples to receive their marriage certificates, in pink.
After years of whitewashing of the LGBT+ community, Thailand has become the Asian region with the most people exploring same-sex marriage, the third continent after Taiwan and Nepal.
Hundreds of pairs will attend throughout the day in Thailand’s 878 provinces and Bangkok’s 50 districts, with registrations starting from 08:00 (01:00 GMT).
The basic administrative procedure may not take a few minutes, but for the LGBT+ community, it has been about fighting for more than a year in the name of equality.
“We like to be happy. Our presence on this day 10 years ago »announced Thanavon Chokong Song, 59 years old.
This Thailand is on the same day as Partenaire Sumalee Sudsaynet, 64 years, in a capital city, Bang Rak, with our name: “Rack” It may be dangerous “love” In Thai language.
“Legalizing same-sex marriage enhances our dignity”Rinsherit Somali. « The emotions at the moment are so strong that I have not been able to access the experience. »
Mass celebrations also began in the conference hall of one of the largest malls in the heart of Bangkok, where workers were installed to increase the flow of orders.
consensus
Couple designs, and some traditional costumes, that represent places, concerts, drag shows, or other celebrations, are made before the evening, with a regular speech. « L’amour Triumph »Selection of organizers.
The new law, which was issued by King Maha Vajiralongkorn in September, does not deal with more gender references, and grants same-sex couples the same rights to the subject of heritage, property or adoption as heterosexual couples.
Same-sex marriage enjoys a rare consensus in Thailand, in the context of cross-polarization between the conservative bloc that is supportive of the army and the king, and the progressive opposition is supported by younger generations.
The Buddhist kingdom has long benefited from a reputation for tolerance among sexual minorities and the kind worn by highland tourists and conservatives.
Homosexuality is illegal in the Asian part of Asia, and may lead to imprisonment of more than a year, such as Birmani or Malaysia, Thailand borders, a report issued by the International Association of Intersex People in 2020 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Other Intersex (ILGA) ).
Discrimination
“Today, the Arch Curtain is floating on the surface of Thailand.”wrote Prime Minister Baitung Tarn Shinawatra, on X.
“This location on the digital mariage brand on the launch of a major concern of the Thai society on the diversity of genders”To follow the current leadership in Switzerland of the Davos Forum.
Other rights associated with the former son, Sritha Thavisin, are of the same party, Pheu Thai, which has accelerated the legislative process, even want abroad.
The historical instability of Thai political life, between government coups and major popular disputes, provides a reason for the principled precedent of authorizing marriage for both of us in the past.
“Recently, one of the mentors is pushing what he can’t take advantage of two types. I think this is more of an openness of spirit.”Sretha announced, referring to the new US President Donald Trump, who after his appointment signed a decree restricting bilateral relations, “masculine” et al “feminine”Species are identified by country.
Progress in marriage, transgender or non-binary people do not always modify the right to work by stating the gender of their identity documents in thailand, and retaliation is determined by the upcoming fight to report militants locaux.
«People who do not know their biological sex are members of the Syrian Democratic Forces»Ploynaplus Chirasukon, who traveled to Bangkok in a long-term partnership, was announced. “The possibility of changing sex to civil status provides real equality. »
