Title
Supreme Court
Narra Port Zone Declaration and PPA Jurisdiction
Law
Executive Order No. 196
Decision Date
Jan 22, 2016
Benigno S. Aquino III's Executive Order No. 196 establishes and delineates the Narra Port Zone in Palawan, placing it under the administrative jurisdiction of the Philippine Ports Authority to enhance port development and regional industrial growth.

Law Summary

Administrative Jurisdiction of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA)

  • The Narra Port Zone is placed under the administrative jurisdiction of the PPA.
  • The PPA is mandated to establish, develop, regulate, manage, and operate national port systems including the Narra Port Zone.
  • PPA is tasked with planning, zoning, development, and proper utilization of the port, aligned with regional industrial development plans.

Objectives of Port Zone Declaration

  • To support trade and national development through a rationalized national port system.
  • To reorganize port administration for full development of port districts.
  • To promote development and disperse industries and commercial activities across different regions.

Repeal of Inconsistent Issuances

  • All previous orders, rules, regulations, or parts thereof inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed, amended, or modified accordingly.

Separability Clause

  • If any provision of the Order is declared invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity does not affect the other provisions which shall remain in full force and effect.

Effectivity Provision

  • The Order takes effect immediately upon its publication in a newspaper of general circulation.
  • Signed and issued by the President of the Philippines and the Executive Secretary on January 22, 2016.

Analyze Cases Smarter, Faster
Jur is a legal research platform serving the Philippines with case digests and jurisprudence resources. AI digests are study aids only—use responsibly.