By Liza Soriano
MANILA — The Senate commenced deliberations Monday (05 Feb 2024), on the Charter Change, specifically addressing Resolution of Both House (RBH) No. 6.
The proposed amendments target Articles XII, XIV, and XVI of the 1987 Constitution. Senator Sonny Angara emphasized that discussions will steer clear of political provisions, focusing instead on the resolution’s substantive content to ensure a concentrated and limited discourse.
Senate President Zubiri, who introduced RBH 6, aims to narrow the focus of Charter revisions. The proposed changes primarily revolve around easing restrictions on foreign ownership within public utilities, advertising, and educational institutions.
Zubiri revealed that President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. personally entrusted him with spearheading the examination of the Constitution’s economic provisions.
(el Amigo/MNM)
