Rutgers University Press International Surrogacy in Southeast Asia - Rutgers University Press

Explore the complex evolution of the commercial surrogacy market through this academic study from Rutgers University Press. Over the last twenty years, a new form of trade has emerged across Asia, starting in India. This disruptive model provided mass availability and rapid access to services for individuals who faced barriers to surrogacy in other parts of the world. In this book, Andrea Whittaker traces how the industry developed and moved through Southeast Asia. The text follows the industry's path as it responded to a sequence of governmental bans in India, Nepal, Thailand, and Cambodia. This medical anthropology study provides a detailed look at how the movement of these services shaped the regional landscape. It is an essential resource for those studying the intersection of medical science, law, and social structures in Asia.