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Executive Orders

Defining the Functions of the Special Presidential Representative for Trade Negotiations

Executive Order No. 719

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 719 August 19, 1981

DEFINING THE FUNCTIONS OF THE SPECIAL PRESIDENTIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR TRADE NEGOTIATIONS

WHEREAS, there is a need for a coordinated and unified approach to trade negotiations as they relate to the export development objectives of the country;

WHEREAS, the worldwide trend towards protectionism and restricted trade barriers make trade negotiations crucial in the over-all export trade and industrial strategy of the country;

WHEREAS, trade policy formulation and trade negotiations should take into account implications on industrial development and trade leverages on a long-term basis;

WHEREAS, there is a need for a strengthened trade negotiation mechanism which takes into consideration the overall national policy on industrial and trade development;

WHEREAS, taking into account the above objectives, Executive Order No. 709 creating the Ministry of Trade and Industry has authorized the President to appoint a Special Presidential Representative for Trade Negotiations with a Cabinet rank;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDINAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me...

Summary of Executive Order No. 719

Defining the Functions of the Special Presidential Representative for Trade Negotiations

- The Special Presidential Representative for Trade Negotiations shall negotiate international trade agreements as assigned by the President. (Section 1)
- All other trade negotiations shall be undertaken by the Ministry of Trade and Industry. (Section 1)
- The Special Presidential Representative shall consult and coordinate with the Minister of Trade and Industry to ensure a consistent trade policy. (Section 2)
- The Ministry of Trade and Industry shall provide assistance to the Special Presidential Representative on matters assigned by the President. (Section 3)
- Any laws, decrees, orders, proclamations, rules, and regulations inconsistent with this Executive Order are repealed or modified accordingly. (Section 4)
- This Executive Order takes effect immediately. (Section 5)

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