Objective of Security Provision
- To safeguard the lives, offices, and properties of foreign and international officials and their families residing in the Philippines.
- To enhance the prestige and position of the Republic of the Philippines internationally and domestically.
- To provide protective measures with utmost efficiency and decorum.
Request and Notification Procedure for Security
- Requests for security are initiated by the head of the foreign diplomatic mission, consular establishment, or international agency to the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
- The Secretary of Foreign Affairs notifies the respective City or Municipal Mayor and the Secretary of National Defense promptly upon receiving such requests.
Duties of Local Government and National Defense Support
- The City or Municipal Mayor is responsible for providing the necessary protective measures to foreign officials within their jurisdiction.
- When local police forces cannot sufficiently provide security, the Mayor must request support from the Department of National Defense or the nearest Philippine Constabulary Command for additional assistance.
Monitoring and Supervision by the Secretary of National Defense
- The Secretary monitors and evaluates security requests and related actions by local police agencies.
- The Secretary is authorized to augment local police protection as needed.
- All security measures are under the direction and supervision of the Department of National Defense.
Coordination Among Government Agencies
- The Secretary of National Defense can coordinate and requisition the assistance of various government agencies including local police, Department of Foreign Affairs, National Intelligence Coordinating Agency, and National Bureau of Investigation.
- Agencies called upon must provide necessary assistance within their capabilities.
Guidelines for Participating Government Agencies
- Emphasis on maximum coordination and cooperation during planning and execution phases.
- Each agency provides logistics and support for its personnel; additional funds may be provided by the Office of the President upon recommendation.
- In emergencies, local police or government agencies must act promptly and notify the Secretary of National Defense and Secretary of Foreign Affairs immediately.
- Personnel violating international norms of courtesy, decorum, conduct, or this Order are subject to disciplinary action.
- Officials soliciting or receiving compensation or favors from protected persons are subject to disciplinary action; voluntary gifts must be properly handled by the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.
Disciplinary Provisions and Ethical Standards
- Enforcement of international rules and norms of courtesy and decorum in the performance of security duties.
- Prohibition against solicitation or acceptance of compensation or favors from those receiving security protection.
- Proper disposition of gifts or tokens of gratitude through the Secretary of Foreign Affairs.