Law Summary
Constitutional Approval and Ratification
- The Senate of the Philippines gave its concurrence to the treaty through Resolution No. 84 on May 12, 1952, in compliance with the Philippine Constitution.
- Both the Philippines and the United States ratified the treaty.
- The instruments of ratification were formally exchanged in Manila on August 27, 1952.
Entry into Force of the Treaty
- The treaty explicitly provides that it will come into force upon the exchange of the instruments of ratification at Manila.
- The date of this exchange was August 27, 1952, marking the treaty's effective date.
Publication and Implementation by the Philippine Government
- The President of the Philippines authorized the public dissemination of the treaty to ensure that all its provisions are observed and fulfilled in good faith.
- The publication aims to inform the citizens of the Philippines about the treaty and its legal obligations.
Formal Declaration and Authentication
- President Elpidio Quirino signed the proclamation making the treaty public on October 2, 1952, in Manila.
- The seal of the Republic of the Philippines was affixed, signifying official sanction and authenticity.
- The proclamation was issued during the seventh year of Philippine independence.
Legal and Diplomatic Significance
- The proclamation ensures the treaty's binding effect on the Republic of the Philippines and its citizens.
- It emphasizes adherence to every article and clause of the treaty with good faith.
- The document reflects the diplomatic commitment of both nations to mutual defense as stipulated in the treaty.