Organizations were asked to discuss 4 broad subjects: the law, the mood (the social climate), the LGBTI movement as well as what would be, according to them, the most pressing campaign in their country.
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Are male to male sexual relationships legal?
Legal
When was the law removed? (DD/MM/YYYY)
1998
What are the punishments?
No law
Are hate crimes based on sexual orientation considered an aggravating circumstance?
No
Incitement to hatred based on sexual orientation is prohibited?
Yes
Is there a different age of consent law for lesbians and gay men to that for straight men and women?
Equal for heterosexuals and homosexuals
When was the law introduced? (DD/MM/YYYY)
1998
Does the country have laws protecting freedom of expression?
Yes
Does the country have laws protecting freedom of association?
Yes
What types of same sex partnerships are recognized?
No law
Can same sex couples adopt children together?
No
Is second parent adoption by same sex couples legal?
No
Does the law ban discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation in employment?
Yes
Unfortunately this part of the law questionnaire is currently empty. If you are a group and want to update this please contact countryreport@ilga.org.
Prohibition on entry into the country by LGB people
No
Unfortunately this part of the law questionnaire is currently empty. If you are a group and want to update this please contact countryreport@ilga.org.
Unfortunately this part of the law questionnaire is currently empty. If you are a group and want to update this please contact countryreport@ilga.org.
Unfortunately this part of the law questionnaire is currently empty. If you are a group and want to update this please contact countryreport@ilga.org.
