Slovakia enacts constitutional reforms defining gender and family rights

Slovakia"s Parliament has approved a constitutional amendment that strictly defines gender as male or female based on biological sex. This amendment significantly alters national policies concerning family and reproduction.

Key provisions of the amendment include the restriction of adoption rights exclusively to married heterosexual couples. Additionally, all forms of surrogacy are now prohibited nationwide. The amendment also mandates an overhaul of sex education, requiring parental consent and alignment of curricula with "cultural and ethical" standards.

Furthermore, the amendment establishes that Slovak domestic law will take precedence over European Union regulations in matters related to family, marriage, and ethics.

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