Purpose and Significance of the Declaration
- The day commemorates the centennial birth anniversary of Ramon F. Magsaysay.
- It aims to honor the former President’s exemplary leadership and dedication to public service.
- The declaration encourages the people of Zambales to hold appropriate ceremonies to remember and emulate Magsaysay’s contributions.
Background on Ramon F. Magsaysay’s Service
- Served as the Third President of the Republic of the Philippines.
- Held key government positions including Secretary of Defense in 1950 and Representative of Zambales from 1946 to 1949.
- Played a significant role during World War II as a Guerilla Leader and Military Governor of Zambales Province.
Legal and Administrative Authority
- The proclamation is issued by the Executive Secretary, Eduardo R. Ermita, acting on behalf of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo.
- The document is officially executed and sealed in Manila on March 29, 2007.
Formalities and Execution of the Proclamation
- The formal proclamation bears the signatures of the Executive Secretary and the Senior Deputy Executive Secretary.
- The seal of the Republic of the Philippines is affixed, lending official status to the declaration.
- The document directs local government and the community to recognize and commemorate the said day.