Around 130,000 people attend the 23rd Taiwan Pride Parade in Taipei last weekend. This year's theme, "Super Connection: Overcoming Labels, Embracing Differences," aimed to highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion. "Our love is the same, and it deserves to be embraced and accepted," said attendee Alan Pan. Video: AFP. | Hong Kong Free Press HKFP

150,000 join Taiwan Pride in Taipei despite rain Around 150,000 people joined the 23rd Taiwan LGBT Pride in Taipei on Saturday, despite rain that performers and parade-goers shrugged off in high spirits. Local and overseas participants told Focus Taiwan where Taiwan has excelled on LGBT inclusion and where it can improve, particularly in understanding differences among individuals, including sexual minorities. | Focus Taiwan

🌈 At the 23rd Taiwan LGBT Pride, themed “Beyond Links: More than Clicks,” the streets came alive with color, courage, and connection. Taiwan, Asia’s beacon of LGBTQ rights, continues to show that inclusion is more than a word, it’s a way of life built on empathy, respect, and the freedom to be who you are. Happy Pride everyone! #Taiwan #Pride #Equality #LoveIsLove #taipei | TaiwanPlus