VII. CITIZENSHIP (1987 Constitution, Art. IV)

Discuss the scenarios below regarding the acquisition and loss of Philippine citizenship:

Mr. Garcia, a Filipino citizen by birth, decides to migrate to the United States to pursue better career opportunities. After living there for 10 years, he applies for naturalization and becomes a U.S. citizen. Is Mr. Garcia still considered a Filipino citizen under Philippine law?
Ms. Santos, born to Filipino parents in Canada, holds dual citizenship by birth. She participates in Canadian politics and runs for a seat in the Canadian parliament. Can Ms. Santos retain her dual citizenship and continue to engage in political activities in Canada?
Mr. Reyes, a natural-born Filipino citizen, decides to renounce his Philippine citizenship and acquire citizenship in another country. Can Mr. Reyes still be considered a Filipino citizen after renouncing his Philippine citizenship?
Ms. Torres, a Filipino citizen, marries Mr. Lee, a foreign national. They eventually decide to live in Mr. Lee's home country. In order to acquire citizenship in Mr. Lee's country, Ms. Torres renounces her Philippine citizenship. Can Ms. Torres regain her Philippine citizenship if she wishes to return to the Philippines in the future?

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