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China Unveils Pioneering University Degree in Marriage Services and Management

In an unprecedented move reflecting the evolving dynamics of Chinese society, the Beijing-based Vocational University of Civil Affairs has introduced China’s first university degree program dedicated to the complex world of matrimony. This innovative four-year course, beginning in September, offers......

Court Overturns Conviction: Imran Khan and Wife Acquitted in Illegal Marriage Case

In a dramatic turn of events, a Pakistani court has acquitted former Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife, Bushra Bibi, of charges related to an alleged illegal marriage. This decision, announced by Khan's lawyer, Naeem Panjutha, and a spokesperson for his Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party,......

Sierra Leone Breaks Free: A Monumental Step Towards Eradicating Child Marriage

In a groundbreaking move that has garnered widespread acclaim, Sierra Leone has officially banned child marriage, ushering in a new era of protection for the nation's girls and a renewed commitment to robust human rights safeguards. President Julius Maada Bio's signing of the landmark bill into......

Thailand Senate Approves Same-Sex Marriage Bill, Paving Way for Historical Change

LGBTQ+ couples to gain equal legal rights, including inheritance and adoption, as Thailand sets a groundbreaking precedent in Southeast Asia In a historic move, Thailand is poised to become the first country in Southeast Asia to legalize same-sex marriage. This pivotal decision came after a decisive......

Questioning Conventions: Debate Erupts Over Proposed Changes to Moroccan Hotel Policies

Rabat - A heated debate has emerged in Morocco over proposed changes to longstanding practices at hotels nationwide. Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi recently condemned requirements that couples present marriage certificates upon check-in, claiming the policy violates privacy rights without legal basis.  Ouahbi......

Upholding Privacy Rights: Minister Denounces Hotels' Marriage Certificate Requirement

In a move to reinforce citizens' rights and protect them from abuses, Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi declared on Tuesday, May 21, that the practice of hotels requiring Moroccan couples to provide a marriage certificate as a condition for being assigned a room is illegal and a violation of privacy. This......

Al Ayashi Al Farfar's Declaration: The Challenges Facing the Moroccan Family

The Moroccan family is facing a series of major challenges, as highlighted by well-known parliamentarian Al Ayashi Al Farfar during his appearance on the "Guest by Walaw". These challenges, revolving around various social, economic, and cultural issues, represent a growing concern for Moroccan......

Former Moroccan Minister Sparks Controversy with Proposal to Lower Marriage Age to 16

Former Moroccan Justice Minister Mustapha Ramid has sparked widespread outrage with his contentious suggestion to legalize marriage for individuals as young as 16. Ramid's advocacy for reducing the legal marriage age from 18 has drawn sharp criticism from various quarters, particularly children's......

Morocco's Ongoing Battle Against Child Marriage: A Quest for Gender Equality

As Morocco commemorates International Women's Day with fervor, a somber reality persists. The nation grapples with the enduring challenge of eradicating the deeply entrenched practice of child marriage. Despite legislative reforms targeting this infringement on girls' rights, a disconcerting......