Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004)
Executive Order No. 270-A, issued on April 20, 2004, amends the earlier Executive Order No. 270, which focuses on revitalizing the mining sector in the Philippines. The amendment emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights of indigenous peoples and communities, ensuring that their Free and Prior Informed Consent is respected. It also highlights environmental considerations, mandating that mining operations incorporate measures for environmental protection and rehabilitation. The order aims to streamline mining processes while safeguarding ecological integrity and community welfare. All conflicting regulations are repealed, and the order takes immediate effect.
Quick Answers
- What is Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004) about?
- Executive Order No. 270-A, issued on April 20, 2004, amends the earlier Executive Order No. 270, which focuses on revitalizing the mining sector in the Philippines. The amendment emphasizes the importance of protecting the rights of indigenous peoples and communities, ensuring that their Free and Prior Informed Consent is respected. It also highlights environmental considerations, mandating that mining operations incorporate measures for environmental protection and rehabilitation. The order aims to streamline mining processes while safeguarding ecological integrity and community welfare. All conflicting regulations are repealed, and the order takes immediate effect.
- What type of law is Executive Order No. 270-A?
- Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004) (Executive Order No. 270-A) is a Philippine Presidential Issuances enacted by the Congress of the Philippines.
- When was Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004) enacted?
- Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004) (Executive Order No. 270-A) was enacted on Apr 20, 2004.
- What is the citation for Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004)?
- Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004), Executive Order No. 270-A, Apr 20, 2004 (Philippines)
Law Information
- Reference Number
- Executive Order No. 270-A
- Date Enacted
- Category
- Presidential Issuances
- Subcategory
- Executive Orders
- Jurisdiction
- Philippines
- Enacting Body
- Congress of the Philippines
Full Law Text
April 20, 2004
EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 270-A
AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 270
WHEREAS, Executive Order No. 270 entitled "NATIONAL POLICY AGENDA ON REVITALIZING MINING IN THE PHILIPPINES" was issued on January 16, 2004;
WHEREAS, there is need to expressly stipulate the concerns referring to the protection of rights of indigenous peoples and communities;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO, President of the Republic of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby order:
SECTION 1. Section 2 (a), (f) and (g) of Executive Order No. 270 is hereby amended to read as follows:
"a) Government recognizes the critical role of investments in the minerals industry for national development and poverty alleviation and shall provide support mechanism for sustained mineral exploration program, including the streamlining of procedures of concerned government agencies and instrumentalities relating to the grant of mining tenements, responsive research and development priorities and capability building for industry manpower".
"f) Protection of the environment shall be of paramount consideration in every stage of mining operation; mitigation and progressive rehabilitation measures shall be integral components of mining operations. Decommissioning and/or final mine rehabilitation shall be supported by the most appropriate environmental financial surety". HCacDE
"g) The ecological integrity of areas affected by mining operation, including biodiversity resources and small-island ecosystems, shall be safeguarded in order to protect public welfare, safety and environmental quality. The rights of affected communities, including the rights of Indigenous Cultural Communities, especially the Free and Prior Informed Consent requirement, shall be protected".
SECTION 2. Repealing Clause. — All executive orders, rules and regulations and other issuances or parts thereof that are inconsistent with the provisions of this Order are hereby repealed or modified accordingly.
SECTION 3. Effectivity. — This Executive Order shall take effect immediately.
DONE, in the City of Manila, this 20th day of April, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Four.
Cite This Law
Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004), Executive Order No. 270-A, Apr 20, 2004 (Philippines)
Amendment to E.O. 270 (s. 2004), Executive Order No. 270-A (Phil. 2004)
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