Title
PROCLAMATION NO. 1365
Date
Aug 28, 2007
Proclamation No. 1365 designates the third week of September as Chemical Engineering Week in the Philippines, aiming to recognize and raise public awareness about the contributions of chemical engineers in promoting scientific and technological capability, with the Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers leading in organizing activities and programs, and government agencies and media outlets encouraged to support and promote the observance.
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Introduction

Proclamation No. 1365, issued on August 28, 2007, by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, declares the third week of September of every year as "Chemical Engineering Week" in the Philippines. This initiative aims to recognize the contributions of chemical engineers and raise public awareness regarding their role in nation-building.

Purpose and Policy

  • State Policy: The State is committed to supervising and regulating the practice of chemical engineering to ensure a world-class, internationally recognized, and globally competitive workforce.
  • Recognition of Contributions: There is a necessity to acknowledge the significant contributions of chemical engineers to the advancement of scientific and technological capabilities in the country.

Legislative Background

  • Reference to R.A. No. 9297: The "Chemical Engineering Law of 2004" repealed the prior legislation (R.A. No. 318) to align with modern technological advancements and global trends relevant to the field of chemical engineering.

Objectives of the Proclamation

  • Public Awareness: To enhance public consciousness regarding the technical and ethical standards in chemical engineering.
  • Nation-Building: To promote the role of chemical engineers as essential contributors to national development and safety.

Implementation Guidelines

  • Lead Organization: The Philippine Institute of Chemical Engineers, Inc. (PIChe) will oversee the nationwide observance of Chemical Engineering Week.
  • Collaboration with Government Agencies:
    • All relevant government agencies, including the Department of Science and Technology (DOST), Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), and Commission on Higher Education (CHED) are encouraged to cooperate.
    • These entities are tasked with initiating and implementing programs to generate public support for Chemical Engineering Week.

Media Engagement

  • Publications and Broadcasting: National and local media, including print and broadcast outlets, are urged to promote awareness of chemical engineering education and its importance in the economic development of the country.

Conclusion and Signatory

  • Official Seal: The proclamation is formalized with the seal of the Republic of the Philippines, signed by President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and Executive Secretary Eduardo R. Ermita.

Key Takeaways

  • The third week of September is officially declared as Chemical Engineering Week in recognition of the contributions of chemical engineers.
  • The proclamation aims to enhance public awareness and promote the engineering profession as critical to national development.
  • Collaboration among various government agencies and media is essential for the successful observance of the week.
  • The initiative is supported by R.A. No. 9297, which modernizes the regulation of chemical engineering practices in the Philippines.

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