Law Summary
Legal Authority for the Declaration
- The declaration is made under the powers vested in the President by Section 606 of Republic Act No. 1937.
- The executive order is signed by the President of the Philippines.
Description and Boundaries of the Customs Zone
- The Customs Zone is precisely delineated with coordinates and bearings from reference points.
- The boundary begins at a specific surveyed point (a1a) and follows a series of courses and distances to enclose the designated area.
- The survey date is March 8, 1967, ensuring the accuracy of the defined zone.
Inclusion of Additional Areas Within the Customs Zone
- All land areas within the Grant of Development Rights dated December 6, 1960, granted to Shipside, Incorporated, are included.
- This inclusion extends to roads, other improvements, existing and proposed piers, wharves, berthing spaces, reclamation areas.
- The entire waterfront of the Port of San Fernando adjacent to the area described is encompassed within the Customs Zone.
Purpose and Effect
- The declaration aims to facilitate better customs control and administration at the port.
- It centralizes jurisdiction of customs operations in a defined geographical area.
Formal Execution
- The executive order is executed officially from the City of Manila.
- It includes the signatures of the President and the Executive Secretary, confirming formal adoption and enforcement.