Taiwan Recognizes Same-Sex Marriages Between Taiwanese and Chinese

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Taiwan Recognizes Same-Sex Marriages Between Taiwanese and Chinese

A New Step Forward in LGBT+ Rights

Taiwan has taken a significant step in advancing LGBT+ rights by allowing same-sex marriages between Taiwanese citizens and Chinese nationals. This new policy, announced on Thursday by Liang Wen-chieh, spokesperson for Taiwan's Mainland Affairs Council, marks the first time cross-border same-sex unions with China are legally recognized in Taiwan.

Marriage Process for Same-Sex Couples

Same-sex couples from Taiwan and China must first marry in one of the 35 countries where same-sex marriage is legally recognized. After that, they can register their marriage in Taiwan. The process closely mirrors that of heterosexual couples, including mandatory border interviews aimed at verifying the legitimacy of the relationship. This procedure is intended to prevent fraudulent marriages and protect Taiwan's national security.

Read also : Majority Rejection of Gender Self-Identification in Taiwan

Upholding Equality and Security

Taiwanese officials stress the importance of maintaining both equality and security in cross-border marriages. “This is our current principle for marriages across the Taiwan Strait, to prevent fake marriages and avoid issues of national security and social order,” the Taiwanese executive clarified, reinforcing their commitment to ensuring equal rights for all couples.

Progress Amid Political Strain

This policy shift represents a notable achievement for LGBT+ rights in a politically sensitive context. Although Taiwan legalized same-sex marriage in 2019, the lack of recognition of Taiwan’s sovereignty by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) had previously blocked the acknowledgment of cross-border same-sex unions. This new decision underscores progress despite ongoing tensions between the two governments.

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