Context and Rationale
- The nation was experiencing an economic crisis causing financial disruption across all social sectors.
- The removal of tax-free privileges for NAFP Commissary and Exchange Service and PC/INP Service Stores System compounded hardships suffered by military and police personnel.
- Recognizes the critical role of peace and democracy defenders and aims to improve their economic condition.
Amendments to Presidential Decree No. 1955
- Inclusion of two new entities among those exempted from duty and tax withdrawal:
- New Armed Forces of the Philippines Commissary and Exchange Service (NAFPCES)
- PC/INP Service Stores System (PC/INPSS)
- These entities are explicitly added to Section 1 as exemptions to maintain their duty and tax privileges.
Legal Effect and Implementation
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon its signing.
- The order was signed by President Corazon C. Aquino on December 2, 1986, in Manila.
- Directs responsible officials and agencies to enforce the reinstated exemptions without delay.
Significance
- Reinforces the commitment of the government to the welfare of armed forces and police personnel.
- Provides economic relief by restoring tax and duty privileges, potentially lowering costs of goods in commissary and service stores.
- Supports the morale and economic stability of personnel serving to uphold peace and national security.