Historical Context and Rationale
- Affirms the Philippines' commitment as a founding member of the United Nations to maintaining international peace and security.
- Recognizes past contributions of the Philippines in various UN missions including Korea, Congo, Iraq, Cambodia, Haiti, Kosovo, and East Timor.
- Emphasizes the need for a structured policy to facilitate coordinated and effective participation in UN missions.
Responsible Agencies
- Designates the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Department of National Defense (DND), Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG), and other relevant agencies as key implementers.
- Ensures inter-agency cooperation for decision-making and implementation of peacekeeping participation.
Policy Framework and Guidelines
- Establishes the approved Policy Framework and Guidelines as the governing document for participation.
- Authorizes the DFA, with concurrence of the DND and DILG, to update and revise the Policy Framework to keep it relevant to evolving UN peacekeeping operations.
Authority and Effectivity
- The Executive Order is promulgated under the constitutional powers vested in the President of the Philippines.
- Mandates immediate effectivity upon issuance.
Legal Formalities
- Signed by the President and Executive Secretary, formalizing the adoption and approval of the policy.
- Sets the legal basis for coordinated Philippine participation in UN peacekeeping efforts, ensuring compliance with international obligations and national interests.