A Milestone: South Korea’s Supreme Court Stands for Same-Sex Spousal Rights

On July 18, 2024, in a landmark decision, South Korea’s Supreme Court mandated insurance benefits for same-sex spouses. The historic case, launched in 2021 by a couple, challenged unequal health insurance benefits. They demanded parity with heterosexual couples under the National Health Insurance Service. Previously, in 2023, the Court had recognized the validity of these […]