Title
Koronadal as SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Center
Law
Executive Order No. 304
Decision Date
Mar 30, 2004
Executive Order No. 304 designates Koronadal City as the Regional Center and Seat of the SOCCSKSARGEN Region, requiring all regional offices of the National Government to transfer their operations to Koronadal City for improved efficiency and centralized government services.

Composition of SOCCSKSARGEN Region

  • SOCCSKSARGEN Region consists of the provinces of North Cotabato, Sarangani, South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and the cities of Cotabato, General Santos, Kidapawan, Koronadal, and Tacurong.
  • This composition was established by Executive Order No. 36 dated September 19, 2001.

Absence of Regional Seat Designation in Prior Order

  • Executive Order No. 36 did not specify the regional center or seat for SOCCSKSARGEN Region.

Justification for Designating Regional Seat

  • Political and socio-economic conditions highlighted the necessity of officially designating a regional center to enhance government operations and service delivery.

Designation of Koronadal City as Regional Center

  • Koronadal City is officially designated as the Regional Center and seat of SOCCSKSARGEN Region.

Transfer of Government Regional Offices

  • All national government departments, bureaus, and offices with regional operations in SOCCSKSARGEN are required to relocate their regional seats to Koronadal City.

Repeal and Modification of Inconsistent Orders

  • Any executive orders, issuances, rules, or regulations inconsistent with this designation are revoked, amended, or modified accordingly.

Immediate Effectivity

  • The order takes effect immediately upon approval, ensuring prompt implementation of the changes.

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