Taiwan: The Battle for Love

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Taiwan

The Battle for Love
The highest court in Taiwan has ruled that same-sex marriage is a constitutional right to all Taiwanese citizens. This is a historic moment, as this is the first region in Asia to legalize same-sex unions. However, the battle for LGBT rights is still not over. The Taiwanese court has given parliament two years to update existing or enact new laws, but many religious and conservative groups are looking to fight the ruling. Many believe that this change should come from a national referendum, not a court ruling. Despite the opposition, this is seen as a major victory for LGBT activists, and signals changing mentalities in Asia.

The map details how East Asian countries view same-sex marriage. Taiwan and Thailand are generally considered to be the safest regions in Asia for members of the LGBT community. Click on the map to learn more about LGBT laws around the world.

Further Reading: BBC, CNN, Washington Post, N Y Times, Reuters

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The Philippines

Martial Law Declared

Following a terrorist attack in southern Philippines on Tuesday, President Rodrigo Duterte has declared the southern province of Mindanao to be ruled by Martial Law. Islamic extremists laid siege to the city of Marawi, which prevented local authorities from capturing a wanted terrorist cell leader. After rumors surfaced of an insurgency in the northern region of Luzon, Duterte also suggested that he intends to spread martial law to the entirety of the country as well. Duterete claimed that martial law would be as “harsh” as it had been under Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos.

The map above shows Mindanao and Marawi in relation to the Philipinne archipelago. Manila, the capital, is in the northern region of Luzon, where the insurgency is rumored. Click on the map to read further.

Further Reading: NY Times, Washington Post, CNN, Voice of America

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Meditteranean
A Dangerous Passage
The refugee crisis grows worsens as around 1000 asylum seekers were found stranded in the Meditteranean, many of whom were children. Fleeing mostly through Tunisia and Libya, these refugees attempted to sail across the Meditteranean sea in rafts and barges with the hopes of finding a safe haven in Italy. But like so many before them, these hopes were quickly dashed. The Italian coastguard was able to save about 700 refugees, but as many as 50 are thought to have perished in the crossing. Libya has stated that it intends to halt refugees from leaving their shores, but most believe they will do so with violence.

This map traces the routes taken by many African refugees seeking asylum in Europe. Most must not only traverse the Sahara Desert, but also the Meditteranean Sea in the pursuit of safety. Click the map to learn more about this story.

Further Reading: Al Jazeera, Daily Sabah, The Local Italy, Deutsche Welle, The Guardian

Graphic Source: BBC

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Taiwan: The Battle for Love