South Korea's Supreme Court upholds same-sex spousal benefits under state health insurance, potentially paving way for legalizing same-sex marriage.
South Korea's Supreme Court upholds a landmark ruling that grants spousal benefits to same-sex partners under state health insurance, marking a significant victory for LGBTQ rights in the nation. The court's decision affirms a previous ruling by the Seoul High Court that the National Health Insurance Service must offer equal spousal coverage to a gay couple who had filed a lawsuit after their benefits were canceled. This ruling could potentially pave the way for the legalization of same-sex marriage in the country.
July 18, 2024
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