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July 7, 2023

Nepal Paves Way to Legalize Same-Sex Marriage
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Nepal's Supreme Court has issued a temporary order greenlighting the
registration of same-sex marriages for the first time. LGBTQIA activists
and couples across Nepal celebrated the decision.

Surendra Pandey: "So far, we are very happy. If it becomes permanent, we
will be even happier."

Maya Gurung: "We hope the permanent marriage regulation order will come
as soon as possible. Things for us will be the same as for other men and
women. That would be ideal."



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