Detailing and Augmentation of Personnel
- The SBMA Director for Anti-Smuggling may request detailed personnel from the Intelligence Service of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (ISAFP), Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), and the Philippine National Police (PNP).
- The Director may also obtain personnel augmentation from the Bureau of Customs and the Department of Justice (DOJ) for tasks such as issuance of warrants, investigations, and prosecutions.
- The Director is authorized to appoint a deputy.
Powers and Functions of the SBMA Director for Anti-Smuggling
- Prepare and implement measures to prevent and suppress large-scale smuggling and unlawful importations in the SSEFZ.
- Conduct searches, seizures, and arrests in accordance with the Tariff and Customs Code, Revised Penal Code, and Rules of Criminal Procedure.
- Initiate intelligence and counterintelligence operations related to smuggling activities.
- Select and recruit personnel from SBMA, AFP, PNP, Philippine Coast Guard, Customs, and DOJ for anti-smuggling operations.
- Request assistance from other government agencies including personnel, facilities, and resources.
- Verify with the Bureau of Customs documents related to importation and payments of duties and taxes.
- Perform additional functions as directed by the President.
Role of Special Prosecutors
- DOJ lawyers may be detailed to the SBMA Anti-Smuggling Office as special prosecutors to assist with speedy prosecution of smuggling and customs fraud cases.
Authority and Cooperation with Customs
- The Commissioner of Customs or authorized representatives shall issue necessary authorizations and orders under the Tariff and Customs Code to facilitate the SBMA Director’s duties.
Funding and Resource Allocation
- The SBMA Director for Anti-Smuggling will receive a funding allocation determined by the SBMA Chairman.
- All expenditures are subject to regular auditing procedures.
Operating Guidelines and Reporting
- The Director shall formulate operating guidelines in coordination with customs enforcement agencies.
- Regular reports and recommendations on anti-smuggling activities must be submitted to the SBMA Chairman.
Inter-Agency Coordination
- The Director must maintain close coordination with the Bureau of Customs, Philippine Ports Authority, ISAFP, National Intelligence Coordinating Agency (NICA), AFP, PNP, Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR), Land Transportation Office (LTO), Philippine Coast Guard, and other relevant agencies.
Repealing Clause
- Any orders or regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified to conform.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order takes effect immediately upon its publication in a newspaper of national circulation.