Japan Passes Non-Binding Law Promoting ‘Understanding’ of LGBT People Despite Continuing to Deny Rights

Japan's parliament approved legislation promoting understanding of LGBTQ issues but failing to provide legal protections or ban discrimination.
The bill removes references to protecting civil organizations and encourages discrimination according to critics.
Japan remains the only G7 nation without recognition of same-sex unions or laws protecting LGBTQ rights.
Some lawmakers boycotted the vote due to believing the law did not go far enough.
Business leaders argue Japan risks falling behind without greater diversity and inclusion of LGBTQ individuals.