Public sentiment surrounding divorce

Recent progress in the divorce act

The influence of religious beliefs

Why supporters of the bill are criticised

A potential middle ground?

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.   

<p>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.   </p>

Mining the deep reporting of CNA's correspondents, Teresa Tang goes behind the scenes with journalists on the frontlines to unpack the biggest Asian and global stories.

<p>Mining the deep reporting of CNA's correspondents, Teresa Tang goes behind the scenes with journalists on the frontlines to unpack the biggest Asian and global stories.</p>

CNA Correspondent

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

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