Objectives of Coordination
- To simplify and harmonize formalities, procedures, and documentation in international transit transport.
- To propose responsive policies, rules, regulations, and practices relating to transit transport and trade.
- To increase public awareness and acceptance of transit transport operations' methods and benefits in both the public and private sectors.
Composition of the Coordinating Group
- To assist the Secretary, representatives from the following are involved:
- Assistant Secretary, Office of ASEAN Affairs, Department of Foreign Affairs
- Undersecretary for Planning, Department of Public Works and Highways
- Commissioner, Bureau of Customs
- Administrator, Maritime Industry Authority
- General Manager, Philippine Ports Authority
- General Manager, Cebu Ports Authority
- Executive Director, Civil Aeronautics Board
- General Manager, Manila International Airport Authority
- General Manager, Mactan-Cebu International Airport Authority
Roles and Responsibilities of the Secretary
- Prepare recommendations and provide policy advice on transit transport related to international trade.
- Submit proposals to relevant Executive Branch agencies for consideration.
- Issue implementing rules and regulations within sixty (60) calendar days from the issuance date of the Executive Order.
Legal and Administrative Provisions
- All previous presidential directives, issuances, orders, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly.
- If any provision of this Executive Order or its Implementing Rules and Regulations is declared invalid, the remaining provisions will continue to be effective.
Effectivity
- The Executive Order took effect immediately upon signing on October 28, 2003, in Manila.