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Thailand’s Senate approves landmark bill to legalize same-sex marriages
Thailand’s Senate voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to approve a bill that would legalize same-sex marriage, clearing the last legislative hurdle for the country to become the first in Southeast Asia to enact such a law.Thailand has a reputation for acceptance and inclusivity but has struggled for decades to pass a marriage equality law.Thai society largely holds conservative values, and members of the LGBTQ+ community say they face discrimination in everyday life.The government and state agencies are also historically conservative, and advocates for gender equality have had a hard time pushing lawmakers and civil servants to accept change. (AP)