Question & AnswerQ&A (PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1163)
The decree concerns the transfer of the capital and seat of government of the Province of Cavite from Trece Martires City to the Municipality of Imus.
The transfer was due to the popular clamor for a more accessible capital to accelerate development, as Trece Martires City remained very inaccessible despite government efforts.
Lot No. 4711 of the Imus Estate was designated as the government center site.
Expenses shall be taken from the local government share in the national internal revenue allotment and from the national government allocation to the Province of Cavite.
Section 39 of Republic Act No. 981, which transferred the capital to Trece Martires City, is repealed.
They are modified, amended, or repealed accordingly to align with this decree.
The decree took effect immediately upon its signing on June 11, 1977.
It aims to provide the province with opportunities for social, economic, and political development under the New Society.
Yes, transferring the capital to a more accessible location is intended to accelerate development and improve the effectiveness of local government activities.