President Marcos of the Philippines has announced that he is considering holding a referendum on whether to revise the constitution in May next year.
There are also voices of opposition, saying that this is an attempt to ease presidential term limits, which were established in response to the dictatorial regime of his father, the late former President Marcos, and aim for a long-term administration.
On the morning of the 28th, President Marcos of the Philippines announced to reporters that he is considering holding a referendum on the pros and cons of constitutional amendment in conjunction with the national election next May.
President Marcos has explained that the purpose of amending the constitution is to support economic development by relaxing foreign investment regulations.
On the other hand, President Marcos has also spoken out about easing term limits for politicians, including the president, which under the current constitution stipulates a maximum term of six years.
Given that term limits were established in response to the dictatorial regime of his father, the late former President Marcos, former President Duterte and others have expressed opposition to the constitutional amendment, saying it is a move aimed at ensuring a long-term administration. , it is expected that there will be a growing backlash from the public.