Push Phuket to host 2 major LGBTQ+ events, promoting Thailand as a safe destination, living together with respect

“Seththa” announced his intention to propose “Phuket” to host the InterPride World Conference 2025 and WorldPride 2030, emphasizing that Thailand supports gender diversity equality, living together in society with respect, confident that Thailand is a safe destination for the LGBTQ+ community

Unity in Action: Thailand's Next Steps in Equality

On August 13, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. at Santi Maitri Building, Government House, Mr. Settha Thavisin gave an opening speech and a special lecture at the event “Unity in Action: Thailand's Next Steps in Equality” on the topic “Towards Equality and Unity: Announcing Thailand's Advancements in Marriage Equality Legislation and Readiness to Propose Hosting the InterPride World Conference”, announcing Thailand's position on the issue of supporting gender equality and diversity, and announcing Thailand's intention to bid to host the InterPride World Conference 2025 and prepare to bid to host WorldPride 2030. Mr. Chai Wachirong, Government Spokesperson, summarized the main points as follows:

Congratulations on Thailand's progress in promoting gender equality

Mr. Settha Thavisin welcomes Thailand's progress in promoting gender equality and pushing for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. These were made possible by the unwavering support of the Thai people and the Thai government, leading to the passage of the Marriage Equality Act, another historic page. This is not just a legal victory, but also a profound reflection of Thailand’s values, which embrace differences, celebrate human diversity, and strive to create a world filled with inclusive love and respect. The government looks to the future, prioritizing long-term planning to promote gender equality and create an open and inclusive society, and will continue to support legislation that advances LGBTQ+ rights to ensure that Thailand remains a safe destination for the LGBTQ+ community.

Stand and fight for equality

Mr. Settha Thavisinree said that although obstacles still exist, the government will continue to stand and fight for equality.
In addition, the government will strengthen and stimulate Thailand's tourism sector, enhance Thailand's image, and create economic growth through the MICE industry, medical tourism, and long-term stay destinations for LGBTQ+ families. It also reaffirmed its commitment to build strategic partnerships, especially in the Asian region, by establishing the Asian Pride Alliance as a regional cooperation network and alliance, where Thailand aims to drive the LGBTQ+ agenda and support the Pride community both regionally and globally.
Mr. Settha added that the government is pleased to announce its commitment to bid Phuket to host the InterPride World Conference in 2025. The bid to host this event demonstrates the strong commitment of Thailand's LGBTQ+ community and is an important step in the "Road to WorldPride" campaign to prepare to bid to host WorldPride 2030, which aims to strengthen our Pride community. and connect with the global Pride network
At the end, Mr. Settha Thavisin emphasized that everyone should join together to create a world that is inclusive, where people live together with respect, and celebrate this diversity as an important foundation of society.
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