The draft underwent several changes with the newer versions criticized; such as for omitting provisions which serves as safeguard against political dynasties and turncoatism, provisions on federated regions, and the removal of the position of Vice President. In 2018, surveys showed a lack of awareness on federalism was attributed to the lack of support for the campaign by the public. As of August 2020, the Duterte administration was still pursuing the shift to federalism and was considering three options to accomplish this; by amending the 1987 Constitution through Constitutional Convention (Con-Con), Constituent Assembly (Con-Ass), or people's initiative. See also Proposed federal states of the Philippines Federal State of the Visayas Bangsamoro Cordillera autonomy movement References External links Government of the Philippines Philippines