Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 174)
The Order of Sikatuna is a decoration commemorating the first treaty (Pacto de Sangre) between the Philippines and a foreign country, awarded for services in the field of international relations.
President Ferdinand E. Marcos promulgated the amendment through Executive Order No. 174 on February 26, 1969.
The classes are Special Class RAJA, First Class DATU, Second Class LAKAN, Third Class MAGINOO, and Fourth Class MAHARLIKA.
Actual or former heads of state and/or heads of government, Filipino or foreign, for extraordinary services in international relations.
Foreign ministers and other officials of cabinet rank, Filipino or foreign, for exceptionally meritorious services in international relations.
Vice foreign ministers, cabinet undersecretaries, ambassadors, and officials of equivalent rank, including Ministers Plenipotentiary, for outstanding services in international relations.
Ministers, consuls general, senior officials of the Department of Foreign Affairs, other government officials of equivalent or similar rank, and other distinguished persons, Filipino or foreign, for excellent services in international relations.
At least six (6) years of government service.
Other officers of the Department of Foreign Affairs, other government officials of the Philippines and foreign countries, and private citizens deserving of the honor, who rendered meritorious services in international relations.
At least four (4) years of government service.
To recognize and honor individuals for their services in the field of international relations between the Philippines and foreign countries.
The Order commemorates the first treaty, known as the Pacto de Sangre, between the Philippines and a foreign country.
Yes, private citizens deserving of such honor may receive the Fourth Class MAHARLIKA.
No, it can be awarded to both Filipino and foreign individuals who meet the qualifications.