Formal Adoption and Ratification by the Philippines
- The Agreement was opened for signature on November 22, 1950, at Lake Success, New York.
- The Philippines, along with other countries, signed the Agreement through authorized representatives.
- The Philippine Senate concurred with the ratification through Resolution No. 78 on May 2, 1952, complying with the constitutional requirements.
- The Philippines deposited its instrument of ratification with the Secretary-General of the United Nations on August 30, 1952.
Official Public Declaration and Binding Commitment
- The President of the Philippines issued a proclamation making the Agreement public on September 23, 1955.
- This public declaration was made to ensure that all articles and clauses of the Agreement are observed and fulfilled in good faith by the Republic and its citizens.
- The proclamation reflects the government's commitment to uphold the Agreement as an international obligation.
- The President’s formal approval and the act of affixing the seal of the Republic signify the law's authoritative enforcement within the Philippines.
Legal Significance
- This proclamation serves as a notification to all government agencies and citizens regarding the legal status of the Agreement.
- It mandates compliance with the provisions of the Agreement within the territorial jurisdiction of the Philippines.
- It bolsters international cooperation in educational, scientific, and cultural fields through lawful means recognized domestically and internationally.