When human rights issues were discussed in political arenas, the concept of Tongzhi (Chinese: 同志; lit.
There is a large gay community and the biggest Pride Parade in Asia is held annually in Taipei.
This was a massive breakthrough for the fight for equality, as it requires the Parliament to amend the laws within two years.
In some cities a same sex partnership card for LGBTQ couples is issued to prove their relationship in case of emergency.
Taiwan's first female president was elected in May 2016, Tsai Ing-wen, and officially supports the rights of the LGBT people.