Divorce remains illegal in just two countries worldwide: the Philippines and Vatican City. In this episode, Fr. Shenan Boquet explains the ongoing campaign to legalize divorce in the Philippines and why this debate goes far beyond one nation.

Discover how the breakdown of marriage affects culture, governance, and the common good—and why the state must defend the sanctity of family life.

Father Boquet explains:

• Why the Catholic Church and the Filipino people are resisting efforts to legalize divorce.
• How Western funding and cultural pressure are fueling the pro-divorce movement.
• Why the state has a moral interest in upholding marriage and protecting families.
• What happens when marriage laws collapse — from Europe to Latin America.
• The mission of the Asia-Pacific Congress for Life, Marriage, and Family (ASPAC) in defending life and family across Asia.

This conversation dives deep into how faith, culture, and governance intersect — and why the Philippines’ decision on divorce could shape the global future of family life.

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