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III. PERSONS AND FAMILY RELATIONS | G. Mixed Marriages (Family Code, Art. 26)

John, a Filipino citizen, and Maria, an Australian citizen, got married in the Philippines. However, their marriage has been experiencing significant problems, leading to constant arguments and emotional distress. They have exhausted all efforts to reconcile but to no avail.

John is considering seeking a divorce in Australia, where the law allows it, but he has been advised that it may not be recognized in the Philippines. He is seeking legal advice on whether there are any provisions in Philippine law that can dissolve his marriage.

Based on the given scenario and the provisions of the Family Code, analyze the following:

Is there any provision in Philippine law that allows for the dissolution of a marriage between a Filipino citizen and a foreigner?
If so, under what circumstances and conditions can a mixed marriage be dissolved in the Philippines?
What are the legal effects or consequences of the dissolution of a mixed marriage under Philippine law?

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