The Malolos Constitution, enacted in 1899, was the first republican constitution in Asia, establishing the First Philippine Republic and emphasizing popular sovereignty and civil liberties. In contrast, the 1987 Constitution, enacted under Cory Aquino's presidency following the People Power Revolution, aimed to restore democracy after years of Dictatorship, reinforcing human rights, decentralization, and the role of civil society. While both constitutions sought to empower the Filipino people, the 1987 Constitution was more focused on democratic reforms and protection of rights in a modern context.
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