The couple were married overseas, but because this is not legally recognised in China the step is seen as the closest thing to a marriage certificate.
Becoming each other’s guardian helps protect property rights and allows them to authorise medical treatment, and the step is being seen as a major step forward in the protection of LGBT rights.
The guardianship process – completed through the Beijing Guoxin Notary Public Office – will allow the couple to make their partner the beneficiary of their will and confer other legal protections.
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