LGBTQ voters in Thailand are hoping for a victory for progressive forces in today’s election.
Sakesan “Piano” Akaros, who was crowned Miss Trans Global Thailand this year, said the vote “presents a new opportunity in terms of human rights for the LGBT community”.
“The new generation of politicians is a new hope for me. What I’m concerned the most is that they just want to win votes from us and do nothing after. But I do believe in a new generation of politicians especially the party with LGBT representatives,” the 29-year-old said, referring to the youth-led Move Forward Party.
The MFP has promised to legalise same-sex marriage if they are able to form a government. Pheu Thai has also said it supports gay marriage.
“This election is very important for the community because there are a few bills, including same-sex marriage, Gender Identity Act, Discrimination Act,…
