Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 45)
The primary purpose of Executive Order No. 45 is to create a Presidential Management Task Force to coordinate foreign-financed projects, ensuring their speedy and proper implementation, optimal utilization of resources, meeting specific targets, and enhancing inter-agency cooperation.
The Presidential Management Task Force was created by President Ferdinand E. Marcos under Executive Order No. 45.
The Presidential Management Task Force is headed by a Presidential Action Officer, designated as the Deputy Director General (Operations) of the Presidential Economic Staff.
The Task Force can: 1) conduct field inspections to ascertain the actual status of projects; 2) examine and secure financial statements, books of accounts, and other pertinent records directly from concerned entities; and 3) establish a reporting system requiring implementing agencies to submit periodic accomplishment reports.
The Task Force is responsible for coordinating and facilitating inter-agency participation required in project implementation, including funding and logistical support.
It establishes and maintains direct liaison between the Philippine Government and consultative organizations concerned with multi-lateral financing arrangements.
The Task Force must submit regular fortnightly reports to the President on the progress of projects, including the degree of completion relative to established targets, reasons for delays, and specific remedial steps including disciplinary measures if necessary.
Yes, the Task Force is empowered to call upon any department, bureau, office, or agency of the government for assistance in carrying out its functions.
Yes, all government entities including government-owned or controlled corporations are directed to cooperate with and assist the Task Force for prompt and successful accomplishment of its duties.
The Task Force shall perform other related duties and functions as may be directed by the President from time to time.