Declaration and Jurisdiction of Libertad Port Zone

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 151: Declaration and Jurisdiction of Libertad Port Zone

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Title Source: Supreme Court: Declaration and Jurisdiction of Libertad Port Zone

Law: Executive Order No. 151

Decision Date: Dec 6, 2013

Executive Order No. 151 designates the Libertad Port Zone as under the jurisdiction of the Philippine Ports Authority, aiming to develop and regulate the port for trade and national development.

Law Summary

Purpose of Port Zone Declaration and Delineation

To redirect and reorganize port administration
To enable the comprehensive development of port districts

Description of the Port of Libertad

Serves as the primary port for Libertad, Antique
Facilitates inter-regional ferry boat routes including Libertad to Caluya Island, Semirara Island, and San Jose (Mindoro Occidental)

Need for Port Zone Definition

To aid in planning and development of necessary port facilities
To support shipping trade demands within the region

Territorial Jurisdiction of Port of Libertad

Located in Barangay Centro Weste, Municipality of Libertad, Province of Antique
Boundaries are specifically described with exact points and measurements
Covers an area of approximately 433,224.929 square meters

Administrative Jurisdiction under PPA

Libertad Port zone placed under PPA's administrative jurisdiction
PPA tasked to implement programs for proper zoning, planning, development, and utilization
These programs must align with the government's regional industrial plans

Repeal of Conflicting Issuances

All prior issuances, orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this order are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly

Separability Clause

Invalidity or unconstitutionality of any provision does not affect the validity of other provisions

Effectivity Clause

The order takes immediate effect upon publication in a newspaper of general circulation
Signed and enacted by the President and Executive Secretary on December 6, 2013 in Manila

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