In the Philippines, the government agencies are divided into three branches: the Legislative Branch, the Executive Branch and the Judicial Branch. We are already familiar with some of the National Agencies, but others may seem foreign to us. These agencies can become part and parcel of our lives. We may get ourselves into a situation that require assistance from them. This is why obtaining some information about government agencies pays off.
We may not have the luxury of time to read deep as we often find ourselves skimming through the web pages, but getting quick access to these agencies can make a huge difference.
The Legislative Department
The Congress of the Philippines which consists of the Senate and House of the Representatives has legislative power. It is composed of sectoral and district representatives who are elected for a term of three years. Although these representatives can be re-elected, they are not allowed to run for a fourth consecutive term.
The Executive Department
The President of the Philippines has executive power. At present, it is headed by President Benigno Aquino lll of the Liberal Party. The President is also considered the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines. Vice President Jejomar Binay is second highest official of the United Alliance, catapulted to his current position by popular vote. As a general rule, the Vice President is the first in line in terms of succession in the event the President resigns, dies or is impeached.
- Office of the Vice-President
- Department of Agrarian Reform
- Department of Agriculture
- Department of Budget and Management
- Department of Education
- Department of Energy
- Department of Environment and Natural Resources
- Department of Finance
- Department of Foreign Affairs
- Department of Health
- Department of the Interior and Local Government
- Department of Justice
- Department of Labor and Employment
- Department of National Defense
- Department of Public Works and Highways
- Department of Science and Technology
- Department of Social Welfare and Development
- Department of Tourism
- Department of Trade and Industry
- Department of Transportation and Communications
- Presidential Communications Development and Strategic Planning Office
- Presidential Communications Operations Office
- National Economic and Development Authority
- Other Executive Offices
The Judicial Department
The Supreme Court of the Philippines and the lower courts established by law have judicial power. The Supreme Court has a Chief Justice and 14 Associate Justices. The President appoints the justices on the recommendation of the Judicial Bar and Council of the Philippines.