Public domain lands are classified into agricultural, forest, mineral, and national parks, with only agricultural lands being alienable.
How are lands of the public domain classified under the Constitution? Read More »
Private corporations can only lease alienable public lands up to 1,000 hectares for a maximum of 25 renewable years.
A Filipino citizen may lease up to 500 hectares of alienable public land, or acquire up to 12 hectares.
Congress must determine and mark boundaries of forest lands and national parks, conserving them from alteration except by law.
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The State protects the rights of indigenous cultural communities to their ancestral lands to ensure their overall well-being.
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Property use has a social function, and the State may intervene in private enterprises to promote the common good.
What does the Constitution say about the social function of property? Read More »
Private lands cannot be transferred to foreigners except through hereditary succession or if qualified to hold public lands.
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The State’s right to recover unlawfully acquired properties from corrupt officials is not barred by prescription, laches, or estoppel.
High-ranking officials are prohibited from securing business loans or financial accommodations from government-owned banks during their tenure.
Public officers must submit a sworn declaration of assets, liabilities, and net worth upon assumption of office and thereafter.
