Yet another survey on Thailand's LGBT population was launched.

Yet another survey on Thailand's LGBT population was launched. 

Some LGBT activists are skeptical of a proposed national census of Thailand's sexual minority to aid in the development of better living and welfare policies for them.

 According to Chadlerm Jandee, "Sexuality is a very wide spectrum and LGBTQIA+ stands for Lesbians, Gays, Transgenders, Queers, Intersex, Asexuals and others." He also mentioned that many persons who had LGBT experiences do not always identify as homosexual.

 Thai Premier Srettha Thavisin stated that the upcoming marriage act for same-sex couples is not the end of the story. "We then want to pursue gender recognition (the right of people to choose their identity on official documents) and sex worker laws," he said. The recent study from the National Statistical Office

There have already been many attempts in Thailand to pinpoint gay numbers. Ipsos, the market research organization, this year estimated 9 percent of 71 million Thais, but others have suggested anywhere from 3 percent to over 20 percent. It is generally agreed that younger Thais, in particular the GenZ generation presently aged up to 27 years, are more likely to identify with a sexual minority than older citizens.

concentration camp after being told gays were 2 percent of the adult population.

Porranee Phuprasert, assistant manager of ThaiHealth, said the new survey will collect data on health, mental condition, living conditions and relationships in an attempt to combat stereotypes and discrimination. He said gays still face hostility in the workplace and from gay bashers. Meanwhile, the prime minister is keen to boost revenue by maximizing international tourist arrivals during the 2024 Global Gay Pride Calendar