5. Switzerland
Switzerland has recognized same sex registered partnerships since 2007, and it was the first country to pass any same sex union law by referendum. Same sex marriages performed outside of Switzerland are also recognized as registered partnerships in the country. The Swiss Federal Council released a Governmental report about marriage and new rights for families in March. This report opens the possibility to introduce a registered partnership for straight couples as well as same-sex marriage for gay and lesbian couples. A study in Zurich performed in February found that 71% of Swiss people were in favor of same sex marriage and adoption.
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