Title
Construction of FILVETS Training Center by AFP
Law
Memorandum Order No. 197
Decision Date
Nov 17, 2005
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo directs the Armed Forces of the Philippines Corps of Engineers to construct a two-storey livelihood training center for the Filipino War Veterans Foundation in Taguig City to support war veterans and their dependents.

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.

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