Hong Kong Gay Couple's Equal Rights Case: A Civil Servant-Pilot Battle That Could Rewrite History

In Hong Kong, the love story of a same-sex couple is rewriting history.On August 2, 2018, the BBC Chinese website reported the story of Hong Kong civil servant Leung Chun-ngang and British-born pilot Scott, a couple who came to the forefront of the LGBTQ movement because of their fight for equal rights.

Leung Chun Kong and Scott registered their marriage in New Zealand in 2014, but after returning to Hong Kong, they realized that they were not entitled to the spousal benefits available to heterosexual couples, including tax concessions. Although these benefits are not financially important to them, they believe that they have the ability and support from their family to stand up for the rights that the LGBT community deserves.

In 2015, they filed a judicial review with the court, requesting the Government to give them equal treatment. They won their case in the first instance, but the Government subsequently succeeded in its appeal, and in 2018, they decided to appeal to the Court of Final Appeal (CFA), which will make the final decision on this case.

This lawsuit is not only a fight for their personal rights, but may also affect whether gay couples in Hong Kong can fight for the same rights as heterosexuals in the future, and may even become a reference case for same-sex marriage-related cases. The story of this couple has undoubtedly become an important chapter in the history of the gay movement in Hong Kong.

The story of Leung Chun Kong and Scott is also a story of love, courage and perseverance. Their case has attracted widespread attention, not only because of their courage in fighting for the rights of the LGBT community, but also because their love story has touched the hearts of many.

In the diverse but conservative society of Hong Kong, the story of Leung and Scott reminds us that love should not be restricted by gender and that everyone should enjoy equal rights and dignity. Their struggle is not only for themselves, but also for all those who desire to be treated equally.

As our society progresses, we look forward to Hong Kong becoming a more tolerant and equal place where everyone is free to love and be loved without the shackles of discrimination and prejudice. The story of Leung Chun Kong and Scott will always be an important milestone in this struggle for equality and dignity.