BANGKOK -- Same-sex marriage was officially legalized in Thailand on Tuesday, but it will only take effect in 120 days, giving the public and private sectors a grace period to adjust procedures and entitlements to ensure fair treatment for the LGBTQ community.
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People in Bangkok celebrate after the marriage equality bill received royal assent, making Thailand the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex unions. © Reuters
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