Upgrading of Sub-Port to Principal Port of Entry
- Sub-port of Clark SEZ is abolished as a sub-port under Collection District No. II-A (Port of Manila).
- New Principal Port of Entry established: Port of Clark International Airport.
- Port is located within the fenced Clark SEZ as defined by Presidential Proclamation No. 163, 1993.
Jurisdictional Authority
- Commissioner of Customs authorized, with Secretary of Finance approval, to redefine boundaries of Collection District II-A.
- Jurisdictional limits for new port to be delineated and designated as Customs Collection District No. XIV (Port of Clark International Airport).
Cooperation Between Clark Development Corporation and Bureau of Customs
- Both entities must enter into a Memorandum of Agreement within 30 days post-order effectivity.
- Agreement to define operational coordination and management of inbound/outbound cargo and passengers within Clark SEZ and through the port.
Port Officials and Management
- Port of Clark International Airport headed by Collector of Customs VI.
- Deputy Collectors of Customs may be appointed as designated by Commissioner of Customs.
Personnel and Administrative Authority
- Commissioner of Customs authorized to determine personnel requirements and effect personnel transfer/movement for port operations.
- Personnel actions subject to Civil Service rules and approval of Secretary of Finance.
Funding and Budget
- Initial funds for operation from existing Bureau of Customs funds.
- Future funding to be included in Bureau's budget proposals aligning with budgeting laws.
Effectivity
- Order becomes effective 15 days after publication in Official Gazette or newspaper of general circulation.