This law strengthened PAGASA’s operations by providing them with a stronger technology-based data center consistent with international standards. The law effectively funds the enhancement of the state bureau’s capability in providing services to protect the people and the environment and to ensure economic security against natural hazards.
Read MoreThe Expanded National Integrated Protected Areas System Act was enacted to establish 94 protected areas in the country and provide for the management of these sites. The law mandates the creation of a Protected Area Management Plan for each of the 94 areas, which will be executed by a Protected Area Management Board composed of local government units, environment officials, indigenous people representatives, academe, and civil society.
Read MoreThe People’s Survival Fund provides for long-term finance streams so as to enable the government to effectively address the problem of climate change. The PSF is an annual fund of Php 1 Billion intended for local government units (LGUs) and accredited local community organizations to implement climate change adaptation projects.
Read MoreThis law recognizes the importance of innovation in order to promote the growth of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises. This act established the National Innovation Council (NIC). The NIC is tasked to take action in all levels and areas of education, training, research and development towards promoting innovation and internationalization activities of MSMEs all over the country.
Read MoreThe Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act provides for free higher education in State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) and Local Universities and Colleges (LUCs).
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