Title
Designating RCA for Rice Importation
Law
Executive Order No. 79
Decision Date
Apr 13, 1964
President Diosdado Macapagal's Executive Order No. 79 designates the Rice and Corn Administration (RCA) as the government agency responsible for rice importation in the Philippines, granting it the authority to negotiate, execute contracts, and borrow money for this purpose.
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Powers and Authorities Granted to the RCA

  • The RCA is empowered to enter into negotiations relevant to rice importation.
  • It may execute contracts necessary for securing rice imports.
  • The RCA has authority to borrow funds from any government financing institution to facilitate import activities.
  • It can perform all other acts necessary in relation to the importation of rice, ensuring operational flexibility.

Legal and Administrative Formalities

  • The order is issued under the legal powers vested in the President of the Philippines.
  • The Executive Order was signed by the President and countersigned by the Acting Executive Secretary.
  • The formal issuance took place in Manila on April 13, 1964, establishing the effective date and official record of the designation.

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