Hong Kong lawmakers veto bill on same-sex partnerships

world • 9/10/2025

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s Legislative Council on Wednesday vetoed a bill that would have allowed limited legal rights for same-sex couples who had registered their marriage or relationship overseas, drawing criticism from gay rights groups

HONG KONG — Hong Kong’s Legislative Council on Wednesday vetoed a bill that would have allowed limited legal rights for same-sex couples who had registered their marriage or relationship overseas, drawing criticism from gay rights groups. The bill, i... [2210 chars]