1. The document compares homosexual rights in contemporary Asia and Europe, finding that acceptance and legal protections are much greater in Europe. 2. In Asia, homosexual acts are legal in most East and Southeast Asian countries but same-sex marriage and adoption are not recognized anywhere. 3. In Europe, homosexual acts are legal everywhere and same-sex marriage is recognized in some countries, though fewer protections exist in former communist states. 4. Hong Kong lags behind international standards with unequal rights and lack of legal protections for homosexuals. Acceptance of homosexuality in society and law is still developing.