Thailand eyes global top spot for gender-affirming surgery, backed by new equality laws


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BANGKOK: Driven by comprehensive strategic planning, the Kingdom is leveraging its medical expertise and inclusive policies to attract international patients and the LGBTQ+ community, aiming for a prominent role in the global health sector.

Thailand is now making an ambitious push to become the world's leading centre for gender-affirming care, integrating this specialised service into a broader strategy to establish the nation as a premier international health and wellness hub.

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