The Philippines is considering legalising divorce, but some say it’s a bad idea

Update: 2024-11-05

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Religion and societal norms are two reasons why divorce has been illegal in the Philippines for centuries. But those stuck in failed marriages have been fighting to reverse that. Teresa Tang sits down with Nivell Rayda to see how soon the law could change and why some are against it.

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The Philippines is considering legalising divorce, but some say it’s a bad idea

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The Philippines is considering legalising divorce, but some say it’s a bad idea

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The Philippines is considering legalising divorce, but some say it’s a bad idea