OP EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 869

: The Philippine Information Agency was created by Executive Order No. 100 (s. 1986) to serve as the government agency communicating with the people.
: The National Printing Office (NPO) and Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Production Unit were attached to the Office of the Press Secretary under Executive Order No. 576 (s. 2006).
: The President is granted the authority to reorganize the executive branch of the government.
: Executive Order No. 869 placed the National Printing Office and the Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Production Unit under the Philippine Information Agency.
: The Philippine Information Agency has direct supervision over the National Printing Office and APO Production Unit.
: Yes, Section 2 of Executive Order No. 869 explicitly revokes, amends, or modifies all executive orders, rules, regulations, and other issuances that are inconsistent with this Order.
: Executive Order No. 869 took effect immediately upon its signing on March 12, 2010.
: Executive Order No. 869 was signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and attested by Executive Secretary Leandro R. Mendoza.
: The primary purpose is to place the National Printing Office and Asian Productivity Organization (APO) Production Unit under the Philippine Information Agency for better coordination and communication with the public.