EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 74

: The main thrust of the Philippines' foreign policy is diplomacy for development.
: The Ambassador acts as the team leader of the country-team.
: All officers, representatives, and personnel of the Philippine government posted abroad including Trade Commissioners, Commission on Filipinos Overseas attaches, and trade, information, labor, military and cultural attaches are included in the country-team.
: Consulates in host countries are part of the country-team under the leadership of the Ambassador.
: The work programme is divided into the economic sector work programme, the politico-security work programme, and the social sector work programme.
: The Development Diplomacy Committee provides direction, guidance, and support in the formulation and implementation of the country-team work programmes.
: The Committee is co-chaired by one representative each from the Departments of Foreign Affairs and Trade and Industry.
: Yes, representatives from business sector, media, fraternal, and veterans organizations may be invited to participate in the Committee or its sub-committees.
: Each country-team must prepare an annual work programme containing particular targets, specific activities, and the members responsible for implementation.
: Full support and information are provided to visiting Philippine congressional delegations.