Taiwan

Thailand could become the first country in Asia with civil unions by the end of the year

The government is considering a law that could give same-sex couples some of the rights of straight couples.

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Two steps back & one step forward for gays in Asia this week

A first-ever ruling in favor of same-sex marriage in Asia. A public caning in Indonesia. A soldier convicted in South Korea.

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Taiwan becomes first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage

The ruling was greeted with applause where hundreds had gathered with rainbow flags and noisemakers emblazoned with slogans in favor of gay marriage.

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The way this man proposed to his partner is beyond adorable

Rainbow balloons and a park full of random strangers were involved.

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This video of a dad accepting his lesbian daughter will warm your heart

As the top court in Taiwan hears a gay rights case, a video about a father and his lesbian daughter goes viral.

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Tens of thousands in Trump’s new friend Taiwan march against marriage equality

“We oppose homosexual marriage... because the family system comprised of marriage between one man and one woman is the foundation of society."

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Protests for and against same-sex marriage rock Taiwan

The bill would change the legal definition of marriage from between "male and female parties" to between "two parties."

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Taiwan will become the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage

Taiwanese lawmakers are working on three bills in support of marriage equality, one of which is already listed for review and could be passed soon.

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Professor’s suicide sparks renewed marriage equality action in Taiwan

When his partner of 35 years fell ill, the professor was treated as a "stranger according to the law." His suicide followed his struggle for legal recognition of their relationship.

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New Taiwanese McCafé ad centers around touching coming out story

Religious crusaders want it boycotted.

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