Question & AnswerQ&A (Republic Act No. 5514)
The creation and designation are pursuant to Republic Act No. 7916, also known as the Special Economic Zone Act of 1995, as amended by Republic Act No. 8748, and the implementing rules and regulations of these laws.
The President of the Philippines, based on the powers vested by Republic Act No. 7916 and subject to the recommendation of the Board of Directors of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA).
The two parcels of land are located at Barangays Prinza and Barandal, Calamba City, Laguna, forming part of the existing Calamba Premiere International Park Special Economic Zone.
The total area consists of 179,692 square meters, comprising two specific parcels: Lot 1541 with an area of 114,410 square meters, and Lot 1539-A with an area of 65,282 square meters.
The technical descriptions are based on cadastral surveys and subdivision plans such as Cadastre 154 from Calamba and the subdivision plan Psd-04-189001. These are confirmed by survey markers and detailed bearings.
The Board of Directors of the Philippine Economic Zone Authority (PEZA) recommended the designation.
Republic Act No. 8748 is cited as an amendment to the original Republic Act No. 7916, impacting the provisions under which the Special Economic Zones are regulated and designated.
They provide the procedural and operational guidelines that regulate the designation, development, and management of Special Economic Zones to ensure compliance with the law and policy standards.
The parcels are marked on the ground by Public Land Survey (P.S.) cylindrical concrete monuments of specific dimensions (e.g., 15x60 cm for Lot 1541) with bearings true to the original survey dates noted.
The Executive Secretary authenticates the proclamation by attesting and signing it as the President's official representative to facilitate its effectivity and enforcement.