Most lawmakers have voiced opposition to a government proposal to establish a system recognising same-sex relationships in Hong Kong in accordance with a landmark court ruling, with some accusing officials of rushing it through and urging them to launch a public consultation on the issue.
The proposal to introduce a new registration mechanism through legislation sparked a rare fiery exchange between lawmakers and officials on Thursday.
The mechanism, proposed by the government on Wednesday,…
Hong Kong lawmakers slam proposal to recognise same-sex partnerships
