Question & AnswerQ&A (EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 161)
The Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP) was established under Republic Act No. 9167 to promote the local film industry.
The FDCP was placed under the Department of Education (DepEd) according to Executive Order No. 837 (s. 2009).
The FDCP's primary purpose is to encourage and undertake activities to promote the growth and development of the local film industry, including developing programs to enhance skills and expertise for quality film production.
Executive Order No. 161, dated January 27, 2022, transferred the oversight of the FDCP from the Department of Education to the Department of Trade and Industry.
The DTI is mandated to plan, implement, and coordinate government activities related to trade, industry, and investments; coordinate the formulation of long-term industry sectoral plans with the private sector; and implement programs promoting Philippine exports in overseas markets.
The DTI shall exercise administrative supervision over the FDCP under the terms governing such a relationship.
It emphasizes the government's policy to strengthen and rationalize oversight functions in the Executive branch, and to streamline mandates for responsive collaboration and effective performance.
Section 17, Article VII of the Philippine Constitution grants the President this power.
The order shall take effect immediately upon its issuance.
Yes, all orders, rules, regulations, and issuances or parts thereof inconsistent with Executive Order No. 161 are repealed or modified accordingly.