Question

Maria, a resident of the Philippines, filed a civil case for damages against a multinational corporation based in the United States. The incident giving rise to the claim occurred in the Philippines, but the corporation argues that the case should be dismissed because it would be more convenient to litigate the matter in the U.S.

Discuss whether the Philippine court has jurisdiction over the case and whether the principle of forum non conveniens can be applied to dismiss the case. Support your answer with relevant provisions of the Civil Code.