Davao Chocolate and Cacao Capital Law

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Republic Act No. 11547: Davao Chocolate and Cacao Capital Law

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Title Supreme Court: Davao Chocolate and Cacao Capital Law

Law: Republic Act No. 11547

Decision Date: May 27, 2021

Davao City is officially recognized as the Chocolate Capital of the Philippines, while the entire Davao Region is designated as the Cacao Capital, highlighting the significance of cacao in rural development and the country's export potential.

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Designation of Chocolate and Cacao Capitals

Declares the City of Davao as the Chocolate Capital of the Philippines.
Declares Region XI (Davao Region) as the Cacao Capital of the Philippines.
This recognition is due to:
- The City's status as the country’s largest cacao producer.
- Its key role in making Philippine cacao a globally sought product by chocolate makers from the USA, Japan, and Europe.

Repealing Clause

Any existing laws, presidential decrees, executive orders, letters of instruction, rules, or regulations that conflict with the provisions of this Act are repealed or modified accordingly.

Effectivity Clause

The Act shall come into effect fifteen (15) days following its publication.
Publication must be in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation to be valid.

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