Authorizing the Governor of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao to Attend and Participate in Cabinet Meetings and Participate in its Discussions
Memorandum Order No. 103, issued on June 10, 2003, authorizes the Regional Governor of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) to attend and participate in Cabinet meetings and discussions. This involvement is deemed essential for addressing the developmental needs of the ARMM and enhancing national economic growth and peace efforts in Mindanao. The order highlights the significance of the Regional Governor's role in national policy-making and decision-making processes. The Secretary to the Cabinet is directed to ensure the Regional Governor's invitation to these meetings, and the order takes effect immediately.
June 10, 2003
MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 103
AUTHORIZING THE GOVERNOR OF THE AUTONOMOUS REGION IN MUSLIM MINDANAO TO ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE IN CABINET MEETINGS AND PARTICIPATE IN ITS DISCUSSIONS
WHEREAS, the Regional Governor of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) is charged with duties and discharges functions vital not only to the development and well-being of the cities and provinces comprising the ARMM, but also of the entire country, particularly Mindanao;
WHEREAS, to underscore the crucial role of the Office of the Regional Governor of the ARMM in the thrust of the Government to enhance economic growth and achieve lasting peace, there is compelling need to involve and/or consult the ARMM Regional Governor in national development planning, policy formation and high-level decision-making;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, GLORIA MACAPAGAL-ARROYO, President of the Republic of the Philippines, do hereby authorize the Regional Governor of ARMM to attend Cabinet meetings and participate in its discussions. For this purpose, the Secretary to the Cabinet/Head, Presidential Management Staff is/are hereby directed to invite the Regional Governor of ARMM to attend Cabinet Meetings and participate in its discussions.
This Memorandum Order shall take effect immediately.
DONE in the City of Manila, this 10th day of June, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Three.