This is a major development for the LGBTQ+ community because another aspect of their rights is now protected by the lawThis is a major development for the LGBTQ+ community because another aspect of their rights is now protected by the law

Order in the Court: Same-sex couples can now be property co-owners

2026/02/13 14:23
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MANILA, Philippines – The Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex couples may be considered as co-owners of their properties under the country’s Family Code.

This is a major development for the LGBTQ+ community because another aspect of their rights is now protected by the law.

Justice reporter Jairo Bolledo explains more in this report. – Rappler.com

Reporter, writer, producer, video editor: Jairo Bolledo
Supervising editor: Miriam Grace Go

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