1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines
2
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Provision
- 2
- Source language
- English
- Recorded status
- in force
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- Recorded status
- in force
Provision text
Official sourceSECTION 2. The Congress may, by law, adopt a new name for the country, a national
anthem, or a national seal, which shall all be truly reflective and symbolic of the ideals,
history, and traditions of the people. Such law shall take effect only upon its ratification
by the people in a national referendum.
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1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines · wipo.int · Retrieved 18 August 2026.
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