"There are groups that do not agree, elderly people who do not understand the feelings of those people. A second group are those with strict religious beliefs such as Roman Catholic or Islam which are quite strict on this issue," he said.
The debate began last year when Nathee Theerarojanapong and his boyfriend of more than two decades tried to marry, but were rejected.
He and other activists took the case to lawmakers and created a momentum they are confident could soon make history, and not only in Asia.
"We will lead America. For this issue, for sure. Your country will take quite a while. But, for us, I think…next year or maybe a few years, we will get it. I believe. One hundred percent sure," he sid.
But critics say the same-sex marriage law, as drafted, is still more separate than equal.
Although it allows most of the same legal benefits and decision-making rights as heterosexual couples, the age of consent is raised from 17 to 20 years old.
Activists also say a gender-neutral law would be more appropriate to prevent transgender people being forced into a male or female category that not everyone would agree with.
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