Conduct of Public Affairs during President's Absence

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 70: Conduct of Public Affairs during President's Absence

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Title Supreme Court: Conduct of Public Affairs during President's Absence

Law: Executive Order No. 70

Decision Date: Feb 8, 1964

Executive Order No. 70 outlines the protocols for conducting public affairs during the President's absence, designating the Executive Secretary to manage official documents and the Vice-President to represent the President at social functions and ceremonies.

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Role and Authority of the Executive Secretary

The Executive Secretary shall continue to sign all documents that the President ordinarily signs.
Signing authority is exercised under the President’s authority, maintaining legitimacy.

Authority and Responsibilities of Secretaries of Departments

Secretaries must attend to and decide departmental matters within their jurisdiction and legal authority.
Decisions normally requiring the President’s approval must obtain urgent approval via radio communication.
For significant matters affecting general government policies, Secretaries should consult the President through radio or other communication.

Communication Protocols with the President

All official communications to the President, whether by letter or radio, must be routed through the Executive Secretary.
This centralizes communication to maintain order and official record-keeping.

Duties and Honors of the Vice-President During President's Absence

The Vice-President represents the President at social functions, official ceremonies, and in receiving and returning calls of foreign dignitaries.
During such occasions, the Vice-President is entitled to the honors and courtesies due to the President.

Legal Formalities and Effectivity

The order is effective as of February 8, 1964, in Manila.
Signed by the President and attested by the Acting Assistant Executive Secretary, confirming official enactment and authority.

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