EQUAL MARRIAGE ACT
Forgetting about physical sex within marriage, let us consider what really MARRIAGE is all about?
MARRIAGE really about the LEGAL STATUS acquired, and recognized in law, when 2 people decide to MARRY - they legally become SPOUSE to the other, and acquires a Status and rights in law
They then have the status of 'LEGAL GUARDIAN' - a right needed in healthcare, where many times CONSENT for surgery/treatment needed when the other is unconscious or unable to give their consent.
In terms of PROPERTY - it allows the 'spouse' to acquire all or part of the property of the other when he/she is dead and there is NO WILL, if they are legally married.
For single parent, Marriage allows for the other to acquire 'parental rights' over the child...
Ultimately, marriage is a legally recognized contractual agreement which grants 2 adults RIGHTS ...
Marriage has traditionally been only allowed between a MAN and a WOMAN, but now we are looking about just between 2 consenting adults irrespective of their GENDER.
Today, there are 'family units' where 2 adults stay together - sometimes both are WOMAN, and sometimes both are MEN. In some cases there are children involved, where the child may be of one of the adults, but the other also is accepted and plays the role of 'PARENT" - but problem arises as the government, even schools or police(when the child gets involved in crime) does not recognize the non-biological parent adult, who in fact is living together with the Parent adult, and who has been playing very much the role as parent of the child as the PARENT - and thus have no rights as Parent to intervene on behalf the child's parent.
Is there a law, that gives a non-parent who lives together with a biological parent with the child some parental rights when the 'biological parent' is absent?
ADOPTION law - this removes the parental rights of the parent, and transfers the rights to the other. The ability for both to maintain parental rights may not be there...
Some people, even those with children, after a failed marriage with one of the opposite sex, may choose to never again have a relationship with one of the opposite sex, but may choose to live with someone of the same gender...
Thai PM hails Equal Marriage Act as a victory for love and equality
Thailand has made history as the first Southeast Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage, with the law coming into effect on Thursday
Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Thursday expressed her gratitude to all parties who have been advocating for the enactment of the Equal Marriage Act, which came into effect on Thursday.
This landmark law makes Thailand the first Southeast Asian country to legalise same-sex marriage and the third in Asia after Taiwan and Nepal.
“On behalf of the government, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all Thais,” she said. “From this day forward, every Thai citizen will be protected by law. All couples can now live with honour and dignity on Thai soil. After over two decades of legal battles, confronting prejudice and evolving societal values, this victory is the result of the collective efforts of all sectors.”
The premier further underscored her government’s commitment to ensuring all citizens, regardless of gender, are recognised equally.
“The legalisation of same-sex marriage marks the beginning of a societal transformation, demonstrating that Thai society acknowledges and respects diversity, including gender identity, sexual orientation, race and religion,” she said. “Everyone is entitled to equal rights and dignity, as differences should never be an excuse for discrimination.”
Paetongtarn called on all Thais to use this moment to show the world that Thailand embraces all forms of love and accepts sexual diversity, a fundamental principle of democracy.
Meanwhile, Australian Ambassador to Thailand Angela Macdonald posted the following message on X platform (formerly Twitter) on Thursday:
“Australia is delighted to join Thailand in marking this historic day for marriage equality. This momentous day highlights Thailand’s commitment to equality and inclusion for its people – ensuring everyone has the right to marry who they love.”
Australia legalised same-sex marriage on December 9, 2017.
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