Why Mexico is at the heart of ethical debate over global surrogacy

Many say lack of regulation allows people to exploit women’s bodies, but others argue it offers financial freedom, and a child to those with no other option

Rise in overseas surrogates ‘increases risk of stateless babies’

Diogo Amaro met his future husband, Loup, in Paris and from the first date, he made one thing clear: he wanted to have children.

“Right off the bat, I was like: ‘If I’m going to be in a relationship with somebody, I really want to build a family,’” he said. “‘That’s important to me, so please tell me if you want to walk.’”