Diplomatic and Consular Privileges
- Diplomatic representatives from both countries enjoy privileges and immunities as per international law.
- Consular officers with exequatur allowed residence as permitted by local laws.
- Consular officers receive honorary privileges and immunities aligned with international customs.
- Equal treatment ensured with respect to similar officers of other foreign countries.
Representation in Foreign Countries
- Pending the establishment of Philippine diplomatic missions abroad, the U.S. will represent Philippine interests where feasible upon request.
- Such representation arrangements are subject to termination by either country.
Assumption of Philippine Debts and Liabilities
- The Philippines assumes all valid debts and liabilities of its former territories, provinces, cities, municipalities, and instrumentalities.
- Provisions for funds to pay interest and principal on bonds issued before May 1, 1934.
- These obligations secure a first lien on taxes collected within the Philippines.
Judicial Review and Cases Pending Before U.S. Supreme Court
- Cases pending before the U.S. Supreme Court at independence continue to be under its review until disposition.
- After disposition, the U.S. Supreme Court will no longer have review rights over Philippine cases.
Claims and Property Rights Adjustment
- Claims between the Governments and their nationals to be promptly settled if not covered by existing laws.
- Property rights of citizens and corporations of both countries are recognized, respected, and safeguarded equally.
- Representatives from both governments will agree upon measures for the fair and speedy disposition of claims.
Assumption of Obligations Under Prior Treaties
- The Philippines assumes continuing obligations that the U.S. had under the Treaty of Paris (1898) and the Washington Treaty (1900) regarding the Philippine Islands.
Treaty Effectivity and Ratification
- The treaty enters into force upon exchange of ratification instruments.
- Ratification of the treaty to follow constitutional procedures of both countries.
- Instruments of ratification to be exchanged and deposited in Manila.
Protocol Clarifications
- Treaty purpose is to recognize Philippine independence and maintain close relations.
- Does not regulate detailed arrangements on mutual defense, claims settlement, property rights, or legal provisions.
- Treaty does not preclude further treaties or executive agreements on specific matters.
- Articles II and III to be observed by executive agreement pending final ratification.
Proclamation and Publication
- The Philippine Senate concurred with the treaty approval per constitutional requirements.
- The treaty was ratified by the Philippine President and the U.S. Government.
- Instruments of ratification exchanged in Manila on October 22, 1946.
- Official proclamation made to ensure faithful observation and fulfillment by the Philippines and its citizens.