Is the new zealand embassy in the philippines recognizes the defacto law ?

Question

Is the new zealand embassy in the philippines recognizes the defacto law ?

Answer 1

De Facto is recognized by most countries as long as it is applied properly without prejudice.

Answer 2

http://www.nzembassy.com/contact.cfm?CFI...

SUBMISSION ON THE RELATIONSHIPS (STATUTORY REFERENCES) BILL

This Bill is to be introduced at the same time as the Civil Union Bill, so that while a range of legislation is revised to reflect the introduction of civil unions, the opportunity is also taken to eliminate current statutory distinctions between married couples and couples in de facto relationships.

http://www.nz-lawsoc.org.nz/general/subm...