Declaring Mindanao Container Terminal Sub-Port

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 542: Declaring Mindanao Container Terminal Sub-Port

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Title Supreme Court: Declaring Mindanao Container Terminal Sub-Port

Law: Executive Order No. 542

Decision Date: Jul 14, 2006

Executive Order No. 542 designates the Mindanao Container Terminal as a Sub-Port of Entry under the Bureau of Customs, aiming to boost economic growth, improve administrative efficiency, and meet the needs of importers and passengers in Northern Mindanao.

customs enforcement

economic growth

administrative efficiency

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Authority to Redefine Jurisdictional Boundaries

Commissioner of Customs, with the Secretary of Finance's approval, empowered to redefine jurisdictional boundaries of Port of Cagayan de Oro and other affected Customs Collection Districts.

Coordination between PHIVIDEC Industrial Authority and Bureau of Customs

Bureau of Customs and PHIVIDEC Industrial Authority to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement within 15 days from effectivity.
Agreement to define working relationships and treatment of cargoes and passengers entering or leaving via Mindanao Container Terminal Sub-Port.

Designation of Officials for the Mindanao Container Terminal Sub-Port

Mindanao Container Terminal Sub-Port headed by a Port Collector.
Port Collector to be assisted by customs personnel designated by the Commissioner of Customs.

Personnel and Operational Management

Commissioner of Customs authorized, subject to Secretary of Finance's approval, to determine personnel requirements.
May transfer or move personnel within the Bureau of Customs according to Civil Service rules to the Sub-Port.
Emphasis on economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in personnel management.

Funding and Appropriations

Initial operational funds sourced from the Bureau of Customs' available funds.
Future funds included in the annual budget proposals.
All funds subject to existing budgetary, accounting, and auditing laws.

Effectivity Clause

Executive Order effective 15 days after publication in the Official Gazette or a newspaper of general circulation.

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