Philippines in turmoil: Charter change controversy sparks political crisis

IS THE Philippines facing a political crisis? This query arises from recent attempts to amend the 1987 Philippine Constitution, sparking widespread concern across the nation.

IS THE Philippines facing a political crisis? This query arises from recent attempts to amend the 1987 Philippine Constitution, sparking widespread concern across the nation. The controversy originated with the circulation of documents, notably in Davao City, where constituents were reportedly offered sums ranging from P2,000 to P3,000 for their signatures.

He distinguished a constitutional amendment as any change that adds, reduces, or deletes without altering the basic principles and without affecting the substantial provisions of the Constitution. A revision involves an overhaul or change of the principle of one or many provisions.

We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more:

sunstaronline /  🏆 18. in PH

Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines

Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.

ACT Philippines Cebu rejects Charter change proposalsSunStar Publishing Inc.
Read more »

'Taiwan should not be an issue between PH, China'MANILA Philippines: The Chinese Embassy in the Philippines said that any attempt to implicate Taiwan in the maritime dispute between China and the Philippines was dangerous.
Read more »

House okays RBH 7 seeking to amend Charter's economic provisionsMANILA, Philippines: The House of Representatives approved Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) 7 on third and final reading on Wednesday.
Read more »

Comelec ready to hold Cha-cha plebiscite after House OKs Charter amendmentsThe Comelec is ready to hold a plebiscite on proposed amendments to the 1987 Constitution in the event the House of Representatives approves its economic Charter change resolution.
Read more »

[WATCH] In the Public Square with John Nery: The political math of charter changeCan the second Marcos administration really pull off charter change?
Read more »

Perhaps incremental Charter change is all that is feasible, or desirableFirst word
Read more »