Hong Kong LGBTQ rights stalled a year after equality bill veto; activists persist

One year after Hong Kong's Legislative Council vetoed a bill granting limited recognition to same-sex couples, the LGBTQ community remains without legislative protection despite prior court victories. The veto reflects sustained conservative opposition, and the path forward is uncertain as activists continue to push for change. This matters as it highlights the limits of judicial progress in the absence of political will in Hong Kong's legislative process.