Recognition of Same-sex Relationships
Same-sex marriage or civil unions are not currently recognised in Hong Kong.
Nonetheless, in June 2009, the Hong Kong Government extended limited recognition and protection to cohabitating same-sex couples in its Domestic Violence Ordinance.
Read more about this topic: LGBT Rights In Hong Kong
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