Bangkok: Bangkok celebrates the first day of equal marriage, with 661 couples registering their marriage, marking a historic event at Paragon Hall, Siam Paragon Shopping Center. Deputy Governor Sanan Wangsangboon attended the “Equal Marriage” activity, Marriage Identity, and expressed his happiness for this significant milestone for the city and country.
According to Thai News Agency, Deputy Governor Sanon acknowledged the importance of this day and the long-awaited opportunity for many couples to legally register their marriages. He emphasized the need to continue progressing in this direction, ensuring that Bangkok remains prepared to support its citizens in their pursuit of equality.
The event, organized by Narumit Pride and various civil society groups, including the Gender Rights and Equality Foundation, alongside government bodies such as the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and the Ministry of Justice, transformed Paragon Hall into a vibrant space of equality. The initiative, supported by private sector partners like Siam Piwat Co., Ltd., aimed to register LGBTQIAN+ couples nationwide, setting a world record in the process.
Throughout the day, the Office of the Registrar and the Pathumwan District Office facilitated off-site marriage registrations. By 7:30 p.m., 185 couples had registered at Siam Paragon, with an additional 476 couples completing registrations across 49 district offices in Bangkok, culminating in the remarkable total of 661 couples.