Law Summary
Purpose and Beneficiary
- The Filipino War Veterans Foundation, Inc. (FILVETS), a recognized veterans organization, plans to construct a two-storey building.
- The building's purpose is to serve as a livelihood training center benefiting war veterans and their dependents.
- The location of the proposed building is at 22 BCDA Phase 2, Diego Silang Village, Ususan, Taguig, Metro Manila.
Request to the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP)
- FILVETS formally requested the AFP, through its Corps of Engineers, to undertake the construction of the training center.
- This request seeks to leverage the technical and operational capability of the AFP Corps of Engineers.
Role and Capability of AFP Corps of Engineers
- The AFP Corps of Engineers is engaged in civil works projects and possesses sufficient technical expertise.
- It has agreed to assist FILVETS by complementing its efforts to accelerate project implementation.
- Its involvement aims to ensure efficient and timely construction of the facility.
Directives and Implementation
- The President of the Philippines exercises her constitutional powers to issue this directive.
- The AFP Corps of Engineers is ordered to undertake the construction of the two-storey livelihood training center building.
- The construction must comply with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
Effectivity
- The Memorandum Order takes effect immediately upon issuance.
- It is signed and promulgated by the President and the Executive Secretary, establishing its official status and binding effect.