House OKs bill that lets foreigners lease land for 99 years
[Inquirer.net] - 12/17/2024
MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives on Tuesday approved on third and final reading a bill that would extend up to 99 years, from the current 50, the period in which private land can be leased to a foreign investor, who would be allowed to sub-let the property. House Bill No. (…)
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