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SOCCSKSARGEN:
2013-2016
UPDATED REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN
Philippine Copyright @2013 by the National Economic and Development Authority
Regional Office No. XII
Establishing Its Role as the
Sustainable Food Center of the South
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SOCCSKSARGEN’s Updated Regional Development Plan (RDP) draws from the
effective execution of development programs and policies in the first three years of
its implementation.
At the national level, the strong macroeconomic fundamentals resulted in
stronger investor interest, improved competitiveness rankings, and recent investment
grade status granted by credit rating agencies. However, we are mindful that the
experience of growth is still not enough to make a significant impact on our poverty
reduction and employment creation goals across the country. Thus, the need to
purposefully consider spatial and sectoral concerns becomes the thrust of the
Updated Philippine Development Plan (PDP) at the national level and the Updated
RDPs at the regional level.
The Regional Development Council (RDC), in crafting this plan, took stock of
the accomplishments achieved and challenges encountered in the first three years of
its implementation. Various stakeholders were engaged through a series of
consultations to ensure that the entire process of development would be inclusive.
With a renewed desire to deliver inclusive growth, this plan provides the
spatial dimension to the Updated PDP by identifying region-specific resources, needs
and interventions. While SOCCSKSARGEN’s Updated RDP provides the framework for
local development, strategies are parallel with the national plan to ensure alignment
of national and regional policies and programs.
This plan is a living document that validates RDC’s commitment to achieve the
region’s development goals. We hope that through this Updated RDP, development
in SOCCSKSARGEN shall be appropriately guided through the prudent use of its vast
natural resources and a productive partnership between government and an engaged
and active citizenry.
We, in NEDA, fully support the region’s desire for inclusive growth as we all
strive to not leave a single Filipino lagging behind our country’s economic successes.
ARSENIO M. BALISACAN
Secretary of Socio-economic Planning
NEDA Director-General
NATIONAL ECONOMIC AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
NEDA sa Pasig, Ortigas Center, Pasig City
M E S S A G E
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The 2011-2016 SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Development Plan (RDP) was
formulated to serve as the region’s blueprint to achieve its twin goals of inclusive
growth and poverty reduction. The said Plan is aligned with the Philippine
Development Plan (PDP) and supports the 16-Point Agenda of President Benigno S.
Aquino, as well as the social contract with the Filipino People which is to stabilize the
macro-economic situation by attaining a broad-based, inclusive and sustainable
growth in a peaceful society.
Three years after the formulation of the SOCCSKSARGEN RDP, the sectoral
committees of the Regional Development Council (RDC) XII which served as the
planning committees revisited the Plan to track the region’s achievement of its
targets. The Updated RDP focused on the assessment on the extent of its attainment
of the targets, identified the developmental challenges that need to be addressed,
adopted relevant strategies, and revised targets as maybe necessary.
A new feature of the Updated RDP is the inclusion of the revalidated Regional
Results Matrix (RRM) for each chapter of the Plan. The RRM includes statements of
objectives with matching indicator framework for the various levels of results to be
achieved in the RDP. The RRM also serves as a guide in the programming,
prioritization of programs and projects, and budgeting process of various
implementing agencies. Anchored on results-based management, the RRM shifts the
focus from input-output monitoring to an emphasis on the achievements of outcomes
and impact prioritized in the Plan.
The updated RDP is crafted after a series of thorough and arduous workshops
and consultations with various stakeholders in the region. On and in behalf of the
NEDA Regional Office XII, I wish to convey my deepest gratitude and appreciation to
all individuals and entities who contributed in the updating of the Plan. Together we
shall work towards realizing higher growth for the region’s economy and its people.
Move on SOCCSKSARGEN!
ARTURO G. VALERO, Ph.D.
Acting Chairperson, RDC XII and
Regional Director, NEDA XII
National Economic and Development Authority XII
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL XII
Koronadal City
P R E F A C E
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Table of Contents
Title Page Message ii Preface iii RDC XII Resolution No. 65, Series of 2013 iv SOCCSKSARGEN Region Administrative Map v List of Tables xi List of Figures xiv Acronyms xv CHAPTER 1: REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK 1
I. Vision of Development 1 II. Comparative Advantages 1 III. Development Challenges 2 IV. Development Goal and Strategic Outcomes 2
CHAPTER 2: INCLUSIVE GROWTH AND POVERTY REDUCTION 8
I. Assessment 8 A. Economic Performance 8 1. Gross Regional Domestic Product 8 2. Prices 9 3. Investments and Exports 9 4. Average Family Income 9 5. Poverty and Food Threshold 9 6. Poverty Incidence 9 7. Livelihood and Employment 10 B. Fiscal Reforms 10 1. Local Income 10 2. Internal Revenue Tax 11 3. Internal Revenue Allotment 11 II. Development Challenges 11 III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes 11 A. Stable macroeconomy achieved 11 1. Maintaining Growth Rates in Agriculture, Hunting, Fishery and
Forestry 12
2. Sustain Higher Growth Rates in Industry 12 3. Increase Growth Rates in Services 12 4. Stabilizing inflation rates 12 5. Meeting the MDG Poverty Reduction Targets by 2015 13 6. Providing Livelihood and Employment 13 7. Management of Population Growth Rate 14 B. Stable fiscal management attained 14 1. Increasing local income 14 2. Intensifying collection of Internal Revenue Tax 14
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Title Page 3. Reducing dependency on Internal Revenue Allotment 15 CHAPTER 3 COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY AND SERVICES SECTOR 16
I. Assessment 16 A. Investments, MSMEs and Exports 16 B. Industry Clusters 16 C. Tourism Industry 18 D. Competitiveness in terms of Economic Dynamism 20 E. Consumer Welfare Awareness 21 II. Development Challenges 22 A. Low economic productivity 22 B. Need to improve competitiveness of regional industry and services 22 C. Need to increase consumer welfare awareness of their rights and
responsibilities and satisfaction of quality goods and services 22
III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes 23 A. Increase economic productivity 23 a. Increase the level of investments and exports 23 b. Increase tourist arrivals 23 B. Improve competitiveness of regional industry and services 26 C. Enhance the level of consumer welfare awareness of their rights
and responsibilities and satisfaction of quality goods and services 26
IV. Plan Targets 26 CHAPTER 4: COMPETITIVE AND SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE AND FISHERY SECTOR
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I. Assessment 31 A. Contribution to Rapid and Sustained Growth 31 II. Developmental Challenges 36 A. Low productivity and production in agriculture and fishery sector 36 III. Development Goal and Strategic Outcome 39 A. Increase productivity and production in agriculture and fishery
sector towards the attainment of food security 39
IV. Plan Targets 41 CHAPTER 5: ACCELERATING INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT 46
I. Assessment 46 A. Integrated and effective transport system 46 1. Land transportation 46 a. Roads and bridges 46 b. Motor vehicle registration 47 2. Port development 50 3. Airport development 51
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Title Page B. Efficient water resource management 51 1. Irrigation 51 2. Water supply 52 3. Flood control 53 C. Adequate and reliable energy supply 55 D. Effective communications and information management system 56 E. Adequate social infrastructure 56 F. Kilos Abante Priority Programs/ Projects 57 II. Development Challenges 58 III. Development Goal and Strategic Outcome 60 A. Integrated and effective transport system towards improved
mobility and accessibility 60
B. Water security 61 C. Adequate and reliable energy supply for socio-economic and
institutional development 61
D. Effective communications and information management system 62 E. Adequate social infrastructure 62 F. Priority programs/ projects 62 CHAPTER 6: TOWARDS A RESILIENT AND INCLUSIVE FINANCIAL SYSTEM 65
I. Assessment 65 II. Development Challenge 66 III. Development Goal and Strategic Outcome 66 IV. Plan Targets 66 CHAPTER 7: GOOD GOVERNANCE AND THE RULE OF LAW 67
I. Assessment 67 A. Good Governance 67 B. Strengthening of Justice System 77 C. Jail Management 80 II. Development Challenges 81 III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcome 81 A. Promote Effective and Transparent Governance 81 B. Enhance Access to Justice System 86 CHAPTER 8: SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT 89 I. Assessment 89 A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation 89 B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human
Resources 91
C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training 92 D. Higher Education 92
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Title Page E. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services 93 F. Adequate and Safe Housing 94 II. Development Challenges 95 A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation 95 B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human
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C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training and Higher Education 96 D. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services 96 F. Adequate and Safe Housing 96 III. Strategies 97 A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation 97 B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human
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C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training and Higher Education 97 D. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services 98 E. Adequate and Safe Housing 98 IV. Plan Targets 99 A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation 99 B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human
Resources 99
C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training and Higher Education 100 D. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services 101 E. Adequate and Safe Housing 101 CHAPTER 9: PEACE AND SECURITY 102
I. Assessment 102 A. Improved Peace and Order 102 1. Crime prevention 102 2. Anti-Illegal Drugs Campaign 105 3. Internal Security 105 B. Improved Public Safety 107 C. Sustained peace and development 108 II. Development Challenges 109 A. Slow-paced rehabilitation and development of conflict-affected
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B. Vulnerability to security threats 109 C. Incidence of criminal activities 109 D. Inadequate capability for ensuring public safety 109 III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes 109 A. Accelerate development in conflict-affected areas 109 B. Reduce vulnerability to security threats 110 C. Acquire manpower, logistical and capacity building 111 D. Ensure public safety 112
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CHAPTER 10: CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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I. Assessment 113 A. Rehabilitation, Protection and Conservation of Ecosystem 113 B. Improvement of the environmental quality for a cleaner and
healthier environment 115
II. Development Challenges 116 A. Environmental Degradation 116 III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes 117 A. Natural resources conserved, protected and rehabilitated 117 B. Environmental quality for a cleaner and healthier environment
improved 119
C. Improved capacities of human communities to natural disasters 120
PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING 122
DIRECTORY OF THE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL XII, 2013-2016 124
RDC XII PLANNING COMMITTEES FOR THE FORMULATION OF UPDATED SOCCSKSARGEN RDP, 2013-2016
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RDC XII SECRETARIAT / NEDA REGIONAL OFFICE XII 126
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List of Tables
Table No. Title
2.1 Gross Regional Domestic Product By Industrial Origin Growth Rates, At Constant 2000 Prices, 2010-2012
2.2 Annual Per Capita Poverty Threshold and Poverty Incidence By Area, 2006, 2009 and 2012
2.3 Labor and Employment Indicators, 2010-2012, Region XII
2.4 Tax and Internal Revenue Collection, 2010-2012, Region XII
2.5 GRDP Growth Targets, 2011-2016, Region XII
2.6 Poverty Targets In 2015, Region XII
2.7 Employment Targets, 2013-2016, Region XII
2.8 Tax and Internal Revenue Collection Targets 2013-2016, Region XII
3.1 Regional Investments and Exports
3.2 Visitor Arrivals By Type, 2010-2012
3.3 Investments and Exports Target, 2013-2016
3.4 MSMEs Indicators and Targets, 2013-2016
3.5 Hotel Occupancy Rate By Area, 2013-2016
3.6 Visitor Arrivals Target By Type and Area, 2013-2016
3.7 Science and Technology Indicators and Targets, 2013-2016
3.8 Indicators and Targets of the Mining Industry, 2013-2016
3.9 Cooperative Development Targets, 2013-2016
4.1 Rice Self-Sufficiency Ratio, 2009-2012
4.2 Existing Areas with Irrigation Facilities, 2009-2012
4.3 Palay Productivity, 2009-2012
4.4 Corn Productivity, 2009-2012
4.5 Productivity of High Value Commercial Crops, 2009-2012
4.6 Land and Land Rights Indicators, 2010-2013
4.7 Productivity Cereal Crop Production in Mindanao
4.8 Productivity of HVCC in Mindanao (in MT/Ha)
4.9 Production Level in Fishery Sector in Mindanao (in Metric Tons)
4.10 Production Level in Livestock and Poultry Sector In Mindanao (‘000 MT/Live Weight)
4.11 Existing Irrigated Areas and Targets (In Hectares), 2013-2016
4.12 Cereal Crops Existing Production Level and Targets (In MT), 2013-2016
4.13 Cereal Crops Existing Area Harvested and Targets (in Hectares), 2013-2016
4.14 Cereal Crops Existing Production Level and Targets (in MT), 2013-2016
4.15 Cereal Crops Existing Area Harvested and Targets (in Hectares), 2013-2016
4.16 Existing Crop Production Level and Targets For HVCC, 2013-2016
4.17 Livestock and Poultry Production Levels and Targets (MT of Live Weight), 2013-2016
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List of Tables
Table No. Title
4.18 Fishery Production Levels and Targets (in MT), 2013-2016
4.19 Land and Land Rights Targets, 2013-2016
5.1 Roads and Bridges, 2010-2012
5.2 Status of Road Projects Implemented, 2012
5.3 Port Development, 2010-2012
5.4 Airport Development, 2010-2012
5.5 Irrigation Facilities, 2012
5.6 Major Programs/ Projects Implemented 2012
5.7 Water Supply Projects, 2010-2012
5.8 Flood Control Projects Implemented, 2012
5.9 Energy Supply, 2010-2012
5.10 Information and Communications Facilities, 2010-2012
5.11 Public School Classrooms Constructed, 2010-2012
5.12 NHA Housing Production, 2010-2012
5.13 Housing Indicators (Infra Component), 2010-2012
5.14 Roads and Bridges Targets, 2014-2016
5.15 Target Areas for Irrigation, 2014-2016
5.16 Number of Classroom Targets, 2014-2016
5.17 NHA Housing Production Targets, 2013-2016
6.1 Banking Institutions in Region XII, 2012
6.2 Number of Municipalities Without Banks, By Province, 2012
6.3 Loan Portfolio and Deposit Liabilities, Region XII, 2010-2012
6.4 Banking and Financial System Targets, Region XII, 2013–2016
7.1 Status of Transfer of Regional Agencies to Koronadal City, Region XII, 2010-2012
7.2 Proficiency Examinations Conducted, 2010-2012
7.3 Anti-Red Tape Act Implementation, 2010-2012
7.4 Plan and Policy Formulation, 2010-2012
7.5 Performance of the Region In Terms of Overall Performance Indicator, 2009-2011
7.6 Performance of Province / City In Terms of Overall Performance Indicator, 2009-2011
7.7 Improving Local Governance and Local Special Bodies, 2010-2012
7.8 Formulation of DRR/CCA-enhanced PDPFPs
7.9 Technical Assistance on the Formulation of DRR/CCA-enhanced PDPFPs, 2010-2012
7.10 Level of Disaster Preparedness to Flood, 2012
7.11 Status of Roll-Out to Barangay on DRRM/CCA, 2012
7.12 Judicial and Quasi-Judicial Representations, Region XII, 2010-2012
7.13 Other Services Rendered, Region XII, 2010-2012
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Table No. Title
7.14 Inventory of Courts and Dockets, Region XII, 2012
7.15 3-Pronged Harmonized Rehabilitation Program, Region XII, 2011-2012
7.16 Inventory of Volunteer Probation Aides, Region XII, 2010-2012
7.17 List of Interventions for the Safekeeping, Welfare and Development of Inmates, 2011 and 2012
7.18 Transfer to Koronadal City Targets, 2013-2016
7.19 Anti-Red Tape Act Implementation Targets, 2013-2016
7.20 Preparation of Local Plans, 2013-2016
7.21 Selected Local Governance Indicators, 2013-2016
7.22 Targets Judicial and Quasi-Judicial Representations, 2013-2016
7.23 Targets on 3-Pronged Harmonized Rehabilitation Program, 2013-2016
8.1 Status of Health-related MDGs
8.2 Status of Core Health Indicators, 2010-2012
8.3 Basic Education Indicators, 2010-2012
8.4 TVET Indicators, 2010-2012
8.5 Higher Education Indicators, 2010-2012
8.6 Selected Social Protection Indicators, 2010-2012
8.7 Housing Indicators, 2010-2013
8.8 Targets for Selected Health Indicators, 2013-2016
8.9 Basic Education Targets, 2013-2016
8.10 TVET Targets, 2013-2016
8.11 Higher Education Targets, 2013-2016
8.12 Social Protection Targets, 2013-2016
9.1 Crime Solution Efficiency, By Provincial/City Police Office, 2011-2012
9.2 Police to Population Ratio, By Provincial/City Police Office, 2010-2013
9.3 PRO 12 Critical Infrastructure Projects, 2010-2012
9.4 Number of Activities Conducted for the Development and Management of Crime Prevention and Deterrence Program, Regionwide, 2010-2012
9.5 Accomplishment on Anti-Illegal Drugs Programs, Region XII, 2010-2012
9.6 Distribution of Task Forces/Groups, By Urban Area, 2010-2013
9.7 Implementation of IPSP Bayahihan, Region XII, 2010- 2012
9.8 Fire Prevention and Suppression Accomplishments, Region XII, 2011- 2012
9.9 PAMANA Projects Implemented In Region XII, 2012
9.10 Crime Solution and Crime Clearance Efficiency Targets, 2013-2016
9.11 Crime Prevention and Control Program Targets, 2013-2016
9.12 Targets for Campaign Against Illegal Drugs, 2013-2016
9.13 Police to Population Ratio Targets, 2013-2016
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List of Tables
Table No. Title
9.14 Critical Infrastructure Target of the PNP, 2013-2016
9.15 Targets for the Implementation of AFP IPSP Bayanihan and Establishment of Human Rights Offices at Battalion Level, 2013-2016
9.16 Fireman to Population Ratio Targets, 2013-2016
9.17 Fire Prevention, Suppression and Emergency Medical Service Targets, 2013-2016
10.1 Environmental Management Indicators in Region XII
10.2 Environmental Management Indicators in Region XII (Continued)
10.3 Targets for Selected Indicators of the Environment Sector in Region XII
10.4 Targets for Selected Indicators of the Environment Sector in Region XII (Continued)
List of Figures
Figure No. Title
1.1 SOCCSKSARGEN Development Vision
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SOCCSKSARGEN Development Framework, 2013-2016
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Inclusive Tourism Road Network Map
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Livestock and Poultry Production Trend, 2010-2012
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Fishery Production Trend, 2010-2012
5.1
Transportation Map of the SOCCSKSARGEN Region
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Map of Flood-prone Areas of Region XII
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Percentage of Passing Rate, Region XII
7.2
Region XII Annual Investment Program(AIP) By Sector, 2011-2013
8.1
Monitoring Organizational Structure
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Acronyms
4 Ps Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program AAGR Average Annual Growth Rate ADB Asian Development Bank ADSDPP Ancestral Domains Sustainable Development and Protection Plans AEW Agricultural Extension Worker AFP Armed Forces of the Philippines AHFF Agriculture, Hunting, Fishery and Forestry AHJAG Ad-hoc Joint Advisory Group AHMP Accelerated Hunger Mitigation Program AIP Annual Investment Program AO Administrative Order AOR Area of Responsibility ARMM Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao ARTA Anti-Red Tape Act BAS Bureau of Agricultural Statistics BESRA Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda BFAR Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources BFP Bureau of Fire Protection BIMP-EAGA Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-East ASEAN Growth Area BIR Bureau of Internal Revenue BJMP Bureau of Jail Management and Penology BOC Bureau of Customs BOD Biochemical Oxygen Demand BPAT Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams BPLS Business Permits and Licensing System BPO Business Process Outsourcing BSP Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas CAAP Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines CADT Certificate of Ancestral Domain Title CALT Certificate of Land Title CAPE Consultancy for Agricultural Productivity Enhancement Program CARHRIHL Comprehensive Agreement on Respect for Human Rights and International
Humanitarian Law CARP Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program CBFM Community-based Forest Management CBMS Community-Based Monitoring System CCA Climate Change Adaptation CCCH Ceasefire Committee on the Cessation of Hostilities CCPO Cotabato City Police Office CCSPC Cotabato City State Polytechnic College CCT Conditional Cash Transfer CDD Community Driven Development CDF Control Dump Facility CDP Comprehensive Development Plan CEP Certified Establishment Program CFCST Cotabato Foundation College for Science and Technology CFL Compact Fluorescent Lamps CHED Commission on Higher Education CIS Communal Irrigation System CLUP Comprehensive Land Use Plan CMTS Cellular Mobile Telephone System COA Commission on Audit COP Culture of Peace COTELCO Cotabato Electric Cooperative CPPO Cotabato Provincial Police Office
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CPT Cleaner Production Technology CSC Civil Service Commission CSEE Career Service Executive Examination CSO Civil Society Organization CURE Comprehensive and Unified Response to Eliminate Red Tape CY Calendar Year DA Department of Agriculture DAR Department of Agrarian Reform DBM Department of Budget and Management DENR Department of Environment and Natural Resources DepED Department of Education DFS Diversified Farming System DILG Department of the Interior and Local Government DOE Department of Energy DOF-BLGF Department of Finance – Bureau of Local Government Finance DOH Department of Health DOJ Department of Justice DOLE Department of Labor and Employment DOST Department of Science and Technology DOT Department of Tourism DOTC Department of Transportation and Communications DPWH Department of Public Works and Highways DRR Disaster Risk Reduction DRRM Disaster Risk Reduction Management DRRMCs Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils/Committees DRRMO Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office DSWD Department of Social Welfare Development DTI Department of Trade and Industry DU Distribution Unit EC Electric Cooperative ECC Environmental Compliance Certificate ELA Executive Legislative Agenda EMS Emergency Medical Service EO Executive Order EOD Explosive and Ordnance Division EPIRA Electric Power Industry Reform Act EPP Export Pathways Program FAB Framework Agreement on Bangsamoro FAPs Foreign Assisted Projects FMS Force Multiplier System FS Feasibility Study GAA General Appropriations Act GAP Good Agricultural Practices G-EPS Government Electronic Procurement System GFI Government Financing Institution GID Governance and Institutions Development GIS Geographic Information System GOCC Government-Owned and Controlled Corporation GPH Government of the Philippines GRDP Gross Regional Domestic Product GSCPO General Santos City Police Office GVA Gross Value Added ha Hectare HD-CCTV High Definition Closed Circuit Television HDMF Home Development Mutual Fund HFEP Health Facilities Enhancement Program HH Household
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HR Human Resource HRDMP Human Resource Development Management Plan HUC Highly Urbanized City HVCCs High Value Commercial Crops IAs Irrigators’ Associations ICC Independent Chartered City ICC Indigenous Cultural Community ICON Information Coordinating Network ICRC International Committee of the Red Cross ICT Information and Communication Technology IDPs Internally Displaced Persons IEC Information, Education and Communication IFC International Finance Corporation IFMA Integrated Forest Management Agreement IHL International Human Rights Law IPRA Indigenous People’s Rights Act IPs Indigenous Peoples IPSP Internal Peace and Security Plan IRA Internal Revenue Allotment ISO International Standard Organization ISP Internet Service Provider ISPF International Ship and Port Facility JAGS-CT Jose Abad Santos-Glan-Sarangani Cooperation Triangle KALAHI-CIDSS Kapit-Bisig Laban sa Kahirapan – Comprehensive Integrated Delivery of Social
Services kg Kilogram km Kilometer KRA Key Result Area kV kilo Volt LED Light Emitting Diode LGPMS Local Government Performance Monitoring System LGU Local Government Unit LHB Local Housing Board lm Linear meter LPRAT Local Poverty Reduction Action Team LSDP Local Shelter Development Plan LTO Land Transportation Office MALMAR Malitubog-Maridagao MBLT Marine Battalion Landing Team MCLET Municipal Coastal Law Enforcement Team MCTC Municipal Circuit Trial Court MDG Millennium Development Goal MFI Micro Finance Institution MFPC Multi-sectoral Forest Protection Committee MGB Mines and Geo-sciences Bureau MILF Moro Islamic Liberation Front MinDA Mindanao Development Authority MMIP Malitubog-Maridagao Irrigation Project MMR Maternal Mortality Rate MOA Memorandum of Agreement MPEX Manufacturing Productivity Extension Program MRB Mindanao River Basin MRBDMP Mindanao River Basin Development Master Plan MRF Material Recovery Facility MSMEs Micro Small and Medium Enterprises MT Metric Ton MTC Municipal Trial Court
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MTCCs Municipal Trial Court in Cities MTEF Medium-Term Expenditure Framework MVA Mega Volt Ampere MVUC Motor Vehicle Users’ Charge MW Mega Watt NAPOLCOM National Police Commission NCIP National Commission on Indigenous Peoples NCPW National Crime Prevention Week NCSPC North Cotabato Seed Production Center ND No data NEDA National Economic and Development Authority NGAs National Government Agencies NGOs Non-Government Organizations NGP National Greening Program NHA National Housing Authority NHTS-PR National Household Targeting System for Poverty Reduction NIA National Irrigation Administration NIPAS National Integrated Protected Areas NIS National Irrigation System NNC National Nutrition Council NRIP National Road Improvement Project NSCB National Statistical Coordination Board NSO National Statistics Office NTC National Telecommunications Commission OD Open Dump OFW Overseas Filipino Workers OPAPP Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process OPI Overall Performance Indicator PA Philippine Army PA Protected Area PAMANA Payapa at Masaganang Pamayanan PAMB Protected Area Management Board PAG-IBIG Pagtutulungan sa Kinabukasan: Ikaw, Bangko, Industriya at Gobyerno PAO Public Attorney’s Office PBIS Performance-Based Incentive System PCA Philippine Coconut Authority PCCP Portland Cement Concrete Pavement PCJS Philippine Criminal Justice System PCT Provincial Core Team PD Presidential Decree PDEA Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency PDP Philippine Development Plan PDPFP Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan PEM Public Expenditure Management PESFA Private Education Student Financial Assistance PESO Public Employment Service Office PFM Public Financial Management PFMAT Public Financial Management Assessment Tool PHIC Philippine Health Insurance Corporation PhilGEPS Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System Php Philippine Pesos PIA Philippine Information Agency PLPEM Provincial/Local Planning and Expenditure Management PNP Philippine National Police PNP-SAF Philippine National Police-Special Action Force POs People’s Organizations PPA Philippine Ports Authority
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PPA-DOJ Parole and Probation Administration-Department of Justice PPP Public-Private Partnership PRAISE Program on Awards and Incentives for Service Excellence PRAT Poverty Reduction Action Team PRC Professional Regulation Commission PRO Police Regional Office PSR Private Sector Representative PSS Problem-Solving Session PWD Person With Disability RA Republic Act RAP-LGU Resettlement Assistance Program to LGUs RATE Run After Tax Evader RBPMS Result-Based Performance Management System RDC Regional Development Council RDI Research and Development Institute RDP Regional Development Plan RE Renewable Energy RGC Regional Government Center RoRo Roll on-Roll off RPMC Regional Project Monitoring Committee RTC Regional Trials Court SCPPO South Cotabato Provincial Police Office SIFMA Socialized Integrated Forest Management Agreement SKPPO Sultan Kudarat Provincial Police Office SKSU Sultan Kudarat State University SLF Sanitary Landfill SLGR State of Local Governance Report SMEs Small and Medium Enterprises SMI Sagittarius Mines Incorporated SOCCSKSARGEN South Cotabato, Cotabato Province, Cotabato City Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani,
General Santos SOCOTECO South Cotabato Electric Cooperative SOV Search for Outstanding Volunteers SPPO Sarangani Provincial Police Office SRIP Small River Impounding Project SSF Shared Service Facility SSL Salary Standardization Law SUCs State Universities and Colleges SUKELCO Sultan Kudarat Electric Cooperative TB Tuberculosis TC Therapeutic Community TESDA Technical Education and Skills Development Authority TIEZA Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority TOT Training for Trainors TVET Technical-Vocational Education and Training TWSP Training for Work Scholarship Program UHC-AHA Universal Health Care - Aquino Health Agenda USM University of Southern Mindanao VIILPs Various Infra Including Local Projects VPA Volunteer Probation Aide WDP Wastewater Discharge Permit WQMA Water Quality Management Area
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CHAPTER 1
REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK
I. Vision of Development
The development vision of SOCCSKSARGEN reflects its desire to become a people of integrity and faith -
communing with God and living out His laws, and walking the paths of righteousness, justice, peace and
respect for human rights and the environment. The people of the region are empowered and are able to
influence others as they are motivated by dynamic and dedicated leaders toward a self-reliant and a
productive way of life.
The socioeconomic development of the region is accelerated by the people’s concerted efforts in harnessing
the region’s natural endowments in a manner that is sustainable. The region shall be known as provider of
quality products and services, particularly from the creative, innovative and responsible development of
high value crops, fishery, mineral resources, and tourism potentials.
It is likewise the vision of the people of the region to be living in an environment where all its elements
(land, water, air, climate and genetic resources) are healthy and green providing them the needed care and
attention for a sustained economy. The sustainable management and utilization of its natural resources is
the region’s legacy to its future generation. Figure 1.1 is the SOCCSKSARGEN Vision of Development
enunciated in the Regional Development Plan (RDP), 2011-2016.
FIGURE 1.1 SOCCSKSARGEN DEVELOPMENT VISION
II. Comparative Advantages
Given its natural endowment, SOCCSKSARGEN Region has great potentials for high levels of agriculture
production, tourism development, energy generation, and other resource-based industries. Support to
develop these industries includes the implementation of high impact infrastructure amenities, such as
airports and irrigation dams. The following are among the comparative advantages of Region XII:
Region XII is strategically located in the south central part of Mindanao. Its location facilitates the
export of various products and eases mobility of people to Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines-
East ASEAN Growth Area (BIMP-EAGA) and Southeast Asia.
SOCCSKSARGEN is among the leaders in the country in palay and corn production. It is the top
producer of high value crops like coffee, banana, asparagus, and oil palm. General Santos City is host
to 80 percent of tuna industry in the country. The region also ranks seventh in hog inventory.
“By 2016, Region XII is the home of God-centered, empowered, culturally diverse people; a provider of world class high value crops, fishery, mineral and tourism products and services, propelled by dynamic and dedicated leaders, and living in a green and healthy environment.”
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With the establishment of Halal Laboratory in Koronadal City, the region has vast potential to be the
source of Halal-certified products for export to the billion dollar Halal markets in Southeast Asia and
the Middle East.
The region has existing infrastructure facilities, such as the General Santos International Airport and
the General Santos Port. In support of the development of the agriculture and fishery sector, the
Malitubog-Maridagao River Irrigation System (MALMAR) currently services around 5,500 hectares of
rice fields in the Provinces of Cotabato (Pikit, Carmen) and Maguindanao (Pagalungan, Pagagawan).
The completion of MALMAR Project 2 is expected to expand irrigable areas in both provinces of
Cotabato and Maguindanao.
The Mt. Apo Geothermal Plant in Kidapawan City, Cotabato Province contributes to the power
requirement of the Mindanao Grid.
The region boasts of various eco-tourism destinations, such as Lake Sebu, Mt. Apo, Gumasa beaches,
diving sites, historic caves, and bird and bat sanctuaries.
The socioeconomic growth and development of the region is propelled by talented and highly skilled
population.
III. Development Challenges
To attain its development vision, the region shall address the challenges that continue to confront its people
and hinder its desire to move forward, namely its low and erratic economic growth and high poverty
incidence. These two major challenges are the combined effects of low economic productivity, low income
and lack of access to productive and decent employment, inadequate access to quality basic services,
inadequate infrastructure support, and environmental degradation, as well as the unstable power supply, and
difficulties in sustaining peace, and improving governance.
IV. Development Goal and Strategic Outcomes
The region’s stakeholders shall work together and take advantage of its strength in agriculture, ecotourism
and rich natural resources to sustain or even surpass the current growth of the regional economy and
achieve inclusive growth and poverty reduction by 2016. This shall be attained through a sustained boost in
investments, making available productive employment and increase in income and quality of livelihood
opportunities.
Also considered as critical factors that would contribute to the over-all development goal of inclusive
growth and poverty reduction are the provision of quality and adequate basic social services, resiliency of
the people and communities to all types of disasters, and at the same time, the presence of effective
infrastructure support and resilient financial system in the region.
All these development interventions shall occur with the backdrop of good governance highlighted by the
rule of law, transparency and accountability; green and healthy environment; reliable energy supply and
stable peace and order condition.
Figure 1.2 provides the SOCCSKSARGEN development framework for the next three years.
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FIGURE 1.2 SOCCSKSARGEN DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK, 2013-2016
In pursuit of inclusive growth and poverty reduction
The overarching goals of SOCCSKSARGEN region are inclusive growth and poverty reduction. These
goals are consistent with the Social Contract of His Excellency President Benigno S. Aquino III and the
Philippine Development Plan (PDP), 2011-2016.
Inclusive growth refers to a growth that is rapid enough to matter, given the country’s large population,
geographical differences, and social complexity. It is sustained growth that creates jobs, draws the majority
into the economic and social mainstream, and continuously reduces mass poverty.1 For the past three
years, the SOCCSKSARGEN Region pursued strategies and implemented interventions aimed at reducing
poverty levels by increasing economic growth and job generation, providing basic social and infrastructure
services, ensuring good governance, and sustaining the gains in peace initiatives.
From 2010-2012, regional economic performance recorded low and erratic growth trend and high poverty
incidence. These two major challenges are attributed to low economic productivity and low income
because of lack of access to productive and decent employment.
Persistent challenges such as inadequate access of people to basic services, low infrastructure support,
inadequate and unreliable power supply for socioeconomic development, environmental degradation, and
poor governance, further pushed economic productivity down and poverty levels up. If these challenges are
not addressed, the development of the region would remain sluggish. Majority of its people will remain
poor and would not benefit from gains in economic growth.
Poverty reduction is the pro-active initiative of decreasing absolute and relative poverty. Absolute poverty
refers to the condition of the household below the food threshold level while relative poverty refers to the
gap between the rich and the poor2. With all sectors of society benefitting from development through
inclusive growth, there is optimism that the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) target of 16.6 percent
poverty incidence shall be attained.
1Philippine Development Plan (PDP), 2011-2016. 2Republic Act (RA) 8425 “Social Reform and Poverty Alleviation Act of 1997.”
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Strategic Outcomes
From the issues identified, the achievement of the following strategic outcomes is expected to contribute to
the realization of inclusive growth and poverty reduction.
1. Achieving stable macroeconomy
Regional economic performance as measured by the gross regional domestic product (GRDP) is targeted to
sustain growth rates within the range of 8% to 10% up to 2016. All the industry groups are expected to post
positive growths during the period. The region shall boost activities in the Services and Industry sectors as
the lead contributor to the economy. The linkage between production and processing shall be further
tightened and strengthened.
2. Meeting the MDG poverty reduction targets by 2015
With the expected growth in the regional economy during the plan period, a greater number of jobs are
expected to be generated which could provide higher and more stable sources of income, particularly for the
vulnerable sectors. Adequate income and access to productive employment are expected to contribute to
the reduction of poverty level in the region. The poverty incidence of population in the region is targeted to
decrease from 46.8% in 2000 to 23.4% by 2015; and, the poverty incidence among families from 40.7% in
2000 to 20.4% in 2015.
3. Providing livelihood and employment
Employment rate is targeted to hit 96.4% by the end of plan period. On the other hand, the reduction in the
underemployment rate is targeted between 15% and 18% in the remaining years of the plan period. To
attain the employment and underemployment targets, increased economic activities that contribute to job
generation in the Agriculture, Fishery and Forestry sector, as well as in the Industry and Services sectors
shall be pursued.
4. Managing the population growth rate
The high population growth in the region demands greater use of resources that are fast depleting. The
region shall therefore strive to manage its population growth by intensifying the implementation of
programs and projects that focus on responsible parenthood, family health, and other health-related
programs, including advocacy on acceptable reproductive health measures. Utilizing medium growth
population assumptions, the region is expected to achieve a slower population growth rate of 2.06% by
2016.
5. Enhancing productivity of MSMEs
The region recognizes the primary role of MSMEs in making the Industry and Service sectors more
competitive. To ensure the development of MSMEs and enhance their productivity, the Industry Clustering
Strategy shall continue to be adopted. This strategy is a goal-oriented cooperation of producers and
industry players to find and to respond to business opportunities not normally accessible to individual
players. It is a private sector-led and government-supported initiative that promotes private and government
collaboration.
6. Boosting investments and exports
By 2016, investments into the region are targeted to increase to PhP 11,800.20 million and exports are
expected to reach US$ 1,294.50 million. The target increase for investments and exports will largely come
from the Industry and Services sectors of the regional economy. This shall be realized through enhanced
policies and increased and sustained production of agricultural and industrial commodities.
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7. Increasing tourist arrivals
To attract tourism investments and to increase tourist arrivals, DOT XII in collaboration with LGUs, hotel
and food operators, transport sector, and handicraft producers shall focus their interventions on the tourism
value chain to specifically develop and market competitive tourism products, improve market access,
connectivity and destination infrastructure, improve tourism institutions, and human resource capacities.
Tourist arrivals are targeted to increase by 10% annually from 682,468 in 2012 to almost one million tourist
arrivals in 2016. The increase in tourist arrivals would result from various initiatives consistent with the
strategies and activities in the tourism industry.
8. Increasing productivity and production in agriculture sector towards the attainment of food security
The Department of Agriculture (DA) XII under the Agri-Pinoy Rice Program aims to increase the rice
production to an average of 4 tons per hectare for irrigated areas and 3.5 tons per hectare for rain-fed areas.
The target increase per hectare would result to an additional 542,075 metric tons of palay or equivalent to
43% increase in total production by 2016. DA XII also plans to expand an additional 72,893 hectares or
11% of the total production area for both irrigated and rain-fed palay. The expansion in irrigated palay
production is also supported by the NIA XII initiatives in expanding their target service areas.
For Agri-Pinoy Corn Program, DA XII targets to increase the production in 2016 by 205,753 MT or about
17% of its total production in 2012. The yellow corn production is almost 60% of the total corn production
in the region and it is expected to deliver an additional 124,178 MT by 2016. The area for corn production
is targeted to increase by 4% or about 18,204 hectares by 2016. Of the total target area expansion, 69% will
be utilized for yellow corn production since it has a greater market demand as compared to white corn.
The contribution of the vulnerable sectors and indigenous peoples (IPs) to agriculture production and hence,
to food security can be enhanced by ensuring them access to lands, granting them land rights, and
mainstreaming them into society.
9. Providing efficient and effective infrastructure facilities and services
The region shall sustain the implementation of road projects consistent with the thrust of President Aquino
to concrete all national and secondary roads leading to production areas and tourism sites by the end of
2016. The region shall likewise pursue the construction and rehabilitation of high priority irrigation
facilities to ensure water security for agriculture production and to provide tap water supply. To facilitate
regional integration, the development of digital infrastructure, such as the Cellular Mobile Telephone
System (CMTS) shall be intensified particularly in remote areas.
The delivery of basic social services shall be improved by constructing more facilities for education and
health infrastructure as well as affordable housing units.
10. Ensuring adequate and reliable energy supply for socio-economic and institutional development
It is imperative for the region to address the unreliable energy supply that slows down industry activities
which could hamper the attainment of regional economic growth. The pace of industrial and commercial
progress in the region continues to grow with the establishment of more processing plants, malls, and hotels
triggering greater demand for power. The region shall pursue the promotion and shall fast track the
development of renewable energy sources, such as hydro and solar power to meet the ever increasing
demand for energy.
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11. Establishing a resilient and inclusive financial system in the region
The financial system is essential for a regional economy in creating channels to transform savings into
investments. One of the factors that contribute to economic growth is the amount of savings that are
efficiently channeled into investment. The soundness and stability of banks can have the incentive and
influence in shaping the major decisions of individuals and enterprises as well as those of non-financial
companies on how much savings will be mobilized. By the end of plan period, it is targeted that total
number of banks would increase from 197 in 2012 to 205 in 2016. Loan portfolio is also expected to
increase from PhP17.27 billion in 2012 to PhP25.25 billion in 2016.
12. Maintaining good governance and the rule of law
The SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Development Framework, anchored on good governance, is expected to
contribute to the achievement of inclusive growth and poverty reduction. The region shall continue
institutionalizing reforms towards greater participation, accountability, transparency, effectiveness and
efficiency, equity and inclusivity and widened practice of the rule of law. The City Government of
Koronadal in partnership with regional line agencies shall continue the on-site development at the regional
government center in compliance to Executive Order 304 aimed at improving administrative efficiency.
13. Strengthening of justice system
One of the concerns on effective and efficient delivery of justice is the maintenance of a just and orderly
society. Access to justice system through representation shall be provided especially to indigents and
vulnerable clientele in the region. The provision of assistance to the victims of unjust imprisonment shall be
continued.
14. Ensuring adequate access to quality basic social services
The SOCCSKSARGEN Region considers the importance of developing its human resources as key to
inclusive growth. This shall be done through the provision of equitable and adequate access to quality basic
social services to ensure healthy, educated and skilled population in support of the President’s Social
Contract. The region shall continue to improve the efficient utilization, allocation and mobilization of
resources both at the local and regional levels.
The health sector shall ensure that the population has universal access to quality health care, nutrition and
sanitation. The education sector shall provide equal access to quality basic education, TVET and higher
education for all.
Sufficient data on housing needs and backlogs in localities shall be generated as input to shelter
development planning. There is a need for most of the LGUs to formulate and update their Local Shelter
Development Plans (LSDPs). The creation or strengthening of the Local Housing Board (LHB) will pave
the way to an efficient and effective formulation/updating of the Local Shelter Development Plan of cities
and provinces in the region. A functional LHB which serves as an advisory body on housing concerns will
assist the LGUs in providing access to affordable housing especially for the poor and low-income
population. It shall also encourage private sector participation in housing production and facilitate multi-
sectoral interaction in shelter planning, plan review, and implementation.
15. Sustaining peace and security
From 2013 to 2016, SOCCSKSARGEN Region shall support the over-all thrust of the National
Government in winning the peace through a successful conclusion of ongoing peace processes. The peace
program of the region shall continue to be anchored on the PAMANA “Payapa at MasaganangPamayanan”
Program. The region’s development councils, as well as its peace and order councils at all levels shall serve
as mechanisms to draw broad support, increase the awareness of stakeholders about the gains of just and
lasting peace. In terms of establishing a secured environment to guarantee public safety, various forms of
interventions must be accelerated from 2013 to 2016 to attain the desired state of security for the people.
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16. Maintaining a green and healthy environment
The environment sector shall take a proactive stance to provide a stable and predictable environment that
would enable communities and enterprises to carry out their production and consumption with minimum
risk and uncertainty. Protection land use shall be accorded high priority not only to National Integrated
Protected Areas (NIPAS) but also to Non-NIPAS areas such as coastal and freshwater wetlands, second
growth forest reserves, easements along waterways and shorelines, bird sanctuaries, and ecotourism sites.
Intensive implementation of the National Greening Program (NGP) shall be pursued, in close coordination
with LGUs and concerned regional line agencies, for a more efficient and effective convergence of efforts
and resources. To address the problems confronting the environment, it is not only important that
environmental laws are passed. Equally important would be the enforcement of such laws. Structural
mechanisms to this effect will be put in place.
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CHAPTER 2
INCLUSIVE GROWTH AND POVERTY REDUCTION
I. Assessment
A. Economic Performance
1. Gross Regional Domestic Product
The GRDP measures the contribution of all sectors – agriculture, industry, and services – to total regional
economic output and growth. For the period 2010 to 2012, the GRDP grew at an average annual rate of
5.2%. This is almost the same level with the target of 5.0% in 2011 and 5.3% in 2012.
Over the years, the GRDP in the region posted increasing trends and recorded a shift in the structure from
predominantly agriculture to service and industry.
TABLE 2.1 GROSS REGIONAL DOMESTIC PRODUCT BY INDUSTRIAL ORIGIN GROWTH RATES, AT CONSTANT 2000 PRICES, 2010-2012
INDICATOR ACTUAL TARGET
2010 2011 2012 AAGR (%) 2011 2012
Gross Regional Domestic Product Growth Rate (%)
2.2 5.3 8.1
5.2 5.0 5.3
- Agriculture, Hunting, Fishery and Forestry (AHFF)
0.4 1.8 5.4 2.5 4.6 4.9
- Industry Sector 3.0 10.0 10.8 7.9 5.4 5.7
- Service Sector 3.1 4.3 8.1 5.2 5.1 5.4
Source of data: NSCB
The Services sector contributed the biggest share to total GRDP at an average of 37.3% from 2010 to 2012.
The sector posted a growth rate of 8.1% in 2012, from only 4.3% in 2011 and 3.1% in 2010. Almost all of
its subsectors also posted accelerated growths. Financial Intermediation and Real Estate, Renting and
Business Activities are the high sources of growth in 2012 for the sector, followed by Trade and Repair of
Motor Vehicles, Motorcycles, Personal and Household Goods and Transport, Storage and Communication.
The Industry sector sustained high growths of 10% and 10.8% in 2011 and 2012, respectively. Its share to
total GRDP also improved from 30.5% in 2010 to 33.0% in 2012. Its sources of growth came from
manufacturing and construction activities in the region. A turnaround was noted in construction as this
recovered from negative growth in 2011.
The share of Agriculture, Hunting, Forestry and Fishery (AHFF) was 29.9% in 2012, a decline from its
contribution of 31.7% to the regional output in 2010. In 2012, the sector grew faster at 5.4% from 1.8% in
2011. Fishing, which comprised 5.2% share of the region’s AHFF, recorded a remarkable increase of 16.8%
in 2012 from a negative 11.5% in 2011. The lustrous performance was attributed to the increase in
commercial fish production due to the lifting of the fishing ban for tuna in the deep seas of Indonesia, Papua
New Guinea and Micronesia which are the main fishing grounds of Philippine’s commercial fishing.
In 2012, the region’s GRDP ranked third among the Mindanao regions in terms of its contribution to the
total Mindanao output. The largest shares came from Regions X and XI.
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2. Prices
Inflation rate in the region was estimated at 4.4% in 2010 and 4.6% in 2011. This went down to 2.6% in
2012. By commodity group, the highest inflation rate in 2012 was recorded for alcoholic beverages and
tobacco and housing, water, electricity, gas and other fuels at 4.4%. Ranked second was health with
inflation rate of 4.1%, followed by education 3.8%.
3. Investments and Exports
The level of investments consistently increased, from PhP1.93 billion in 2010 to PhP6.30 billion in 2012,
registering a high annual average growth rate of 82.1%. Increases were attributed to the new commercial
and industrial establishments, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) through investment missions, business
matching, business name registration, investment facilitation, and the conduct of information and
communication technology (ICT) activities.
Exports value was recorded at US$610.40 million in 2010 to US$410.18 million in 2012, registering a
decline of about 32%.
4. Average Family Income
The average Annual Family Income (at current prices) in the region increased by about PhP40,000.00, from
PhP114,000.00 in 2006 to PhP154,000.00 in 2009. The 2009 figure is PhP52,000.00 lower than the average
annual family income of PhP206,000.00 at the national level.
5. Poverty Threshold
In 2012, the annual per capita poverty threshold in Region XII was estimated at PhP18,737.00. This was
higher by PhP2,332.00 compared with the 2009 poverty threshold. Cotabato City posted the highest poverty
threshold at PhP20,568.00, while Sultan Kudarat Province had the least at PhP17,597.00. In the region, a
family of five would be needing PhP93,685 a year (or PhP7,807.08 per month) for their food and other
basic requirements.
TABLE 2.2 ANNUAL PER CAPITA POVERTY THRESHOLD AND POVERTY INCIDENCE BY
AREA, 2006, 2009 AND 2012
AREA
ANNUAL PER CAPITA POVERTY THRESHOLD (IN PESOS)
POVERTY INCIDENCE AMONG FAMILIES (%)
2006 2009 2012 2006 2009 2012
REGION XII 13,319 16,405 18,737 31.2 30.8 37.1
Cotabato Province
12,077 14,862 18,340 25.6 23.4 44.8
Sarangani 13,059 16,053 18,640 41.7 47.5 46.0
South Cotabato
13,889 17,141, 19,847 26.1 25.7 25.8
Sultan Kudarat
13,766 16,965 17,597 44.3 41.6 40.4
Cotabato City 14,629 18,103 20,568 27.5 29.9 34.5
Source of data: NSCB XII
6. Poverty Incidence
While the average family income increased based on the Family Income and Expenditure Survey, poverty
incidence among families in 2012 was estimated at 37.1% or an increase of 6.3 percentage points from the
2009 estimate of 30.8%.
The target of the region of halving the poverty incidence of 40.7% by 2015 based on the Millennium
Development Goals has a very low probability of attainment given the increasing record from 2009 to 2012.
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7. Livelihood and Employment
a. Employment, Unemployment and Underemployment
While the number of population 15 years and over showed a decline in 2012, the labor force participation
rate increased from 64.4% in 2010 to 67.2% in 2012. The unemployment rate also increased to 4.0% in
2012 from 3.7% in 2010.
TABLE 2.3 LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT INDICATORS, 2010-2012, REGION XII
INDICATOR 2010 2011 2012 AVERAGE
Population 15 years and over (‘000) 2,601 2,678 2,648 2,642
Labor Force Participation Rate (%) 64.4 67.5 67.2 66.8
Employment Rate (%) 96.3 96.3 96.0 96.2
Unemployment Rate (%) 3.7 3.7 4.0 3.8
Underemployment Rate (%) 18.0 17.5 22.1 19.2
Source of data: NSO XII
A major concern facing the region is the rising rate of underemployment which sharply increased to 22.1%
in 2012 from 18.0% in 2010. The number of underemployed persons increased by around 87,000, from
290,000 in 2010 to 377,000 in 2012.
b. Labor Productivity
Regional labor productivity estimated by the gross regional domestic product (GRDP) over the employed
persons posted increasing trend from PhP93,578.00 in 2010 to PhP102,415.00 in 2012. Labor productivity
in 2012 was 8.1 percent higher than the 2011 record of PhP94,715.00.
Labor productivity nationwide was estimated at PhP167,864.00 posting an increase of 5.7 percent from
2011 estimate of PhP158,878.00.
c. Livelihood and Employment Opportunities The provision of livelihood and employment opportunities, particularly for vulnerable groups was
intensified. Livelihood and microfinance assistance sustained sources of income particularly for self-
employed individuals. However, these were not enough as the employment levels fluctuated and
underemployment swelled in the past three years. The influx of skills not needed by the industries also
contributed to unemployment and underemployment, indicating that the job mismatch problem was not
fully addressed.
B. Fiscal Reforms
1. Local Income
Total real property tax (RPT) collection in 2011 increased by about 39%, but collections dropped by
17 %, in 2012. The highest amount of collection in 2012 was attained by South Cotabato, followed by
General Santos City. However, higher increase in collection between 2011 and 2012 was recorded for
Sultan Kudarat, followed by Tacurong City. All other LGUs posted declining collection during the said
periods.
TABLE 2.4 TAX AND INTERNAL REVENUE COLLECTION, 2010-2012, REGION XII
Source of data: DOF-BLGF XII
INDICATOR 2010 2011 2012
Real Property Tax Collection (PhP Million) 636.669 885.997 732.772
Local Revenue Tax Collection (Business Taxes, Fees and Charges, and Economic Enterprise (PhP Million)
1,221.17 1,345.78 1,604.84
Internal Revenue Collection (PhP Million) 3,774.039 4,420.94 5,244.319
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For local revenue collection, General Santos City and Cotabato Province led in the amount collected in
2012. In terms of growth in collection from 2011 to 2012, South Cotabato increased by 26.7%, Tacurong
City by 13.1%, Cotabato Province by 11.8%, General Santos City by 11.5%, and Koronadal City by 5.3%.
Other LGUs recorded a declining trend in local revenue collection.
2. Internal Revenue Tax
Internal revenue collection increased by 17.1% from PhP3.77 billion in 2010 to PhP4.42 billion in 2011.
The collection further increased by 18.6% in 2012, with the total collection reaching PhP5.24 Billion.
3. Internal Revenue Allotment In 2011, the total amount of IRA for LGUs in the region reached PhP10.727 million, but decreased to
PhP10.091.89 million in 2012 or by about 6.0%.
II. Development Challenges The regional economy posted positive growths between 2010 and 2012, but majority of its people continued
to be confronted by inadequate access to productive and decent employment. This inadequacy further
resulted to rising underemployment and lower income levels, thus contributing to high poverty incidence of
37.5% in the first semester of 2012.
While the fiscal sector of the region performed well from 2010 to 2012, the sector experienced declining
collection of real property tax during the period. The problem is attributed to the inability of LGUs to
maximize their revenue-generating capacities, while some are not updating their local revenue codes.
III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes
A. Stable macroeconomy achieved
Sustaining High Economic Growth
Regional economic growth as measured by the gross regional domestic product (GRDP) is targeted to be
sustained within the range of 8% to 10% until 2016.
TABLE 2.5 GRDP GROWTH TARGETS, 2011-2016, REGION XII
Indicator
Actual Target
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Low High Low High Low High Low High
Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP)
8.1 7.5 8.8 8.2 9.2 8.3 9.3 9.1 10.1
- Agriculture, Hunting, Fishery and Forestry
5.4 4.0 5.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 5.0 4.0 5.0
- Industry 10.8 10.0 11.0 11.0 12.0 11.0 12.0 12.0 13.0
- Service 8.1 8.0 10.0 9.0 10.0 9.0 10.0 10.0 11.0
Average per capita GRDP of PhP52,000 to PhP54,000 by 2016
PhP40,043 45,050 45,620 48,750 49,830 50,460 52,060 52,330 54,480
Achieved a low and stable inflation rate of below 5%
2.6 Below 5.0%
Source of data: NSCB XII
The region is optimistic that the economy can sustain its growth and the sources of expansion will mainly
come from the following:
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1. Maintaining Growth Rates in Agriculture, Hunting, Fishery and Forestry, within 4% to
5%
a. Increase palay production with the support of irrigation development, use of high yielding varieties,
utilization of new production technologies, and proper post harvest management.
b. Expand commercial crop export base, such as corn, pineapple, banana, coffee, coconut, sugarcane, oil
palm, and rubber.
c. Expand the aquaculture farming areas for crabs, tilapia, bangus and prawn products in the provinces of
Sultan Kudarat and Sarangani and in Cotabato City.
d. Reduce the underlying risks to food security and advocate the adoption of appropriate technologies as a
support to stabilize economic growth.
e. Pursue reforestation activities in different areas of the region to supplement the outputs of the
agriculture, fishery, and forestry.
2. Sustaining Higher Growth Rates in Industry within 10% to 13%
a. Increase processing activities for the major export winners of the region:
Tuna/Bangus/Prawn processing and canning/packaging in General Santos City and Sarangani;
Pineapple (DOLE Philippines), coconut, asparagus, coffee and banana;
Rubber processing in Cotabato Province; and
Other agri-processing activities in South Cotabato (Kablon Farm Corporation, Pioneer Hybrid
Seeds, Bioseed) and in Sultan Kudarat (Kenram Industrial Development, Inc. and sugarcane/
muscovado).
b. Promote responsible mining activities in the region.
c. Increase construction activities particularly in power generation facilities, transportation (roads and
bridges), flood control, irrigation, water supply, school and health facilities, commercial and housing
facilities.
d. Promote/Develop micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that directly contribute to
agriculture, fishery, forestry, and service industries.
e. Diversion routes are also recommended to decongest traffic in the main roads.
f. Operationalize power plants and transmission lines and increase electrification coverage up to the
household level.
3. Increasing Growth Rates in Services within the range of 8% to 11%
a. Increase activities in transportation, communication and government services.
b. Strengthen trading, finance, tourism, ICT/BPO activities, real estate and public administration.
Tourism services shall be improved considering the rich tourism potentials of the region, such as:
Mt. Apo in Cotabato Province; Lake Sebu, in South Cotabato; the presence of caves, waterfalls,
rivers and the conduct of several festivals celebrated in the different areas of the region.
c. Promote, push and enhance business climate, particularly in the urban centers of the region.
4. Stabilizing inflation rates
a. Maintain an inflation rate of not more than 5% within the plan period. Regular price monitoring shall be
implemented to avoid irrational price mark-ups by the unscrupulous business traders. Commodity flow
shall be unhampered to allow a continuing stream of supply in the region.
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Equalized Development Opportunities 5. Meeting the MDG Poverty Reduction Targets by 2015
a. Support job generation activities which could provide higher and more stable sources of income
particularly for the vulnerable sectors.
b. Take advantage of the expected growth in the regional economy during the plan period where greater
number of jobs is expected to be created, provide access to productive employment to ensure adequate
income, which in turn could lead to a reduction of poverty levels in the region.
c. Reducing Poverty Incidence to 23.4%.
The poverty incidence of population in the region is targeted to be reduced from 46.8% in 2000 to 23.4% by
2015, while the poverty incidence among families will decrease from 40.7% in 2000 to 20.4% in 2015.
These targets are consistent with the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) target of halving the
proportion of people living in extreme poverty between 1990 and 2015.
TABLE 2.6 POVERTY TARGETS IN 2015, REGION XII
INDICATOR ACTUAL TARGET
2000 2009 2012 2015
Poverty Incidence of Population 46.8 38.9 45.8 23.4
Poverty Incidence of Families 40.7 31.1 37.5 20.4
Source of data: NSCB XII
6. Providing Livelihood and Employment
Employment rate is targeted to hit 96.4% and underemployment rate is targeted to be reduced between 15 to
18% by the end of the plan period.
a. Increase economic activities that can contribute to job generation in the Agriculture, Hunting, Fishery
and Forestry sector, as well as in the Industry and Services sectors shall be pursued.
b. Expand skills training for out-of-school youth and jobless individuals provided by government
agencies and local government units and pursue the introduction of new livelihood skills to low income
families for additional sources of income.
c. Educational institutions to undertake job matching programs, considering the courses being offered by
these institutions and the forecasted skill/job requirements of industries in the region.
TABLE 2.7 EMPLOYMENT TARGETS, 2013-2016, REGION XII
Indicator Actual Targets
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Employment Rate (%) 96.0 96.4 96.6 96.8 97
Unemployment Rate (%) 4.0 3.6 3.4 3.2 3.0
Underemployment Rate (%) 22.1 20.0 18.0 17.5 15.0
Source of data: NSO
d. Promote the creation of relevant jobs through livelihood and micro financing and to create relevant and
quality employment opportunities.
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e. Support self-employment and entrepreneurship development programs. Livelihood convergence
models shall be developed. The LGUs, NGOs and cooperatives shall be oriented on accessing funds for
microenterprise development.
f. Intensify, reorient and develop relevant technical programs that would expand the beneficiaries covered
by the livelihood and employment generating activities.
7. Managing the Population Growth Rate
The region posted an average annual population growth rate of 2.46% from 2000 to 2010 which is higher
than the national rate of 1.90%. The population is expected to double in 2036 or about 25 years from 2011.
Utilizing medium growth population assumptions, the region is expected to achieve a lower population
growth of 2.06% by 2016. To influence lowering population growth, there is a need to intensify the
implementation of programs and projects that focus on responsible parenthood, family health, and other
health-related programs, including advocacy on acceptable reproductive health measures.
B. Stable fiscal management attained
1. Increasing local income Revenue generation efforts shall be strengthened following the pronouncement of the President on “no
imposition of higher taxes or introduction of new taxes.” Reforms shall be geared towards addressing the
issues on smuggling and tax evasion of high profile taxpayers, thereby increasing revenue collection.
Policy reforms on maximizing and judicious utilization of resources to generate savings and income, and
the review of government expenditures vis-à-vis revenue collection with an end view of lowering yearly
budget deficit shall be pursued.
Revenue collection shall be strengthened by implementing the provisions in the Local Revenue Code on the
allowable percentage increase to real property taxes every three years. LGUs are enjoined to undertake
regular updating of their local revenue code to incorporate the allowable increase in the general revision.
Tax mapping shall be intensified to cover business establishments. Tax maps database shall be periodically
updated. LGUs must pursue zoning or reclassification based on the land use plan to get the right value of
real property tax.
LGUs are also encouraged to formulate and/or update their own revenue codes (economic enterprise code,
cemetery code, and slaughterhouse code, market code) to generate local revenues.
Real Property Tax Collection is expected to increase by 6% annually, while local revenue collection to
increase by 8% annually from 2013 until the end of the plan period.
TABLE 2.8 TAX AND INTERNAL REVENUE COLLECTION TARGETS 2013-2016, REGION XII
Source of data: BIR RR 18, BLGF XII, LGUs
INDICATOR 2012
ACTUAL
TARGETS (IN MILLION PESOS)
2013 2014 2015 2016
Real Property Tax Collection
732.772
806
887
975
1,073
Local Revenue Tax Collection (Business Taxes, Fees and Charges, and Economic Enterprise
1,604.84 1,830 2,086 2,378 2,711
Internal Revenue Collection 5,244.319 6,136 7,179 8,399 9,827
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2. Intensifying collection of Internal Revenue Tax
Information drive, official receipts issuance campaign through tax mapping, close monitoring on tax
compliance, “Oplan Kandado”, support to Project RIP, intensify campaign against tax evaders through
“Run After Tax Evader (RATE)” and other activities aimed at increasing internal tax collection shall be
continuously intensified during the plan period. Strict monitoring of taxes due from professional services
shall likewise be sustained. The review of yearly goals to deduct transfer-out accounts and those with
centralized remittances including those of the multinational corporations which directly remit to Large
Taxpayer Division in Manila shall be adopted in the region.
Other strategies to be pursued to address the challenge of low revenue collection:
Promotion of delivery of fast, efficient and courteous service to taxpayers as well as institute a system
for measuring the level of taxpayer satisfaction with BIR services thru the “Handang Maglingkod
Project”.
Provision of income tax holidays during special occasions and tax amnesty.
Support to rationalization of tax performance based incentive and sustaining the same to invite more
investors to conduct business in the country. This includes conduct of information campaign on the tax
incentives implemented applicable to business enterprises and other type of taxpayers.
Intensification and strengthening of the implementation of the Joint Memorandum Circular # 1, series
of 2007, particularly the sound, efficient and effective management and utilization of government
resources; and the l mobilization of LGU resources through different strategies in revenue generation.
Simplification of taxation system by coming up with a simplified taxation system in accounting the tax
due for business sector. This will facilitate and encourage easy filing of taxes due. On gross sales tax
receipt, computation of taxes shall be based on gross profit margin rather than on gross sales. The
increase of prices of goods due to the level of inflation rate will also increase the total gross sales but
not the gross profit margin.
3. Reducing dependency on the Internal Revenue Allotment
The high dependency on Internal Revenue Allotment (IRA) share by most LGUs in the region shall be
addressed during the plan period. There shall be a conduct of policy review or revisit of the formula used
in the allocation of IRA share by lowering the percent share allocation on population.
Following the MDG goal, the region shall strive to lower the IRA dependency of the LGUs from its CY
2011 level of 82.0% starting 2013 to 2016.
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CHAPTER 3
COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY AND SERVICES SECTOR
I. Assessment
A. Investments, MSMEs and Exports
Investments. Regional investments posted fluctuating trends with a high level at P6.49 billion in 2008.
Investments started to drop in 2009 and reached its lowest level at PhP1.93 billion in 2010. By 2011, it
started to recover and eventually reached PhP6.30 billion in 2012.
MSMEs. Among the sources of growth for the region in 2010 to 2012 are multinational companies and
various potential and emerging micro small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) that contributed to the
increased levels of investments reaching a total of 8,013 MSMEs assisted. The assistance provided to the
MSMEs or emerging firms are technology transfer and commercialization, testing and calibration services,
technical trainings, packaging and labelling, market linkaging and consultancy services. Among the
industry clusters assisted are information and communication technology, food, fishery, rubber and mining.
These MSMEs generated a total of PhP1,865.043 million domestic sales by penetrating or linking to 86 new
markets and providing a total of 27,626 jobs in the region.
The top five MSMEs assisted are tourism related enterprises (25%), Information and Communication
Technology-Business Process Outsourcing (ICT-BPO) (12%), bamboo entrepreneurs (11%), and banana
and tuna entrepreneurs (8%).
Exports. The trend in regional exports is also fluctuating but posted sustained increases in recent years.
From a level of US$584.88 million in 2009, it decreased to US$544.14 million in 2009 and sustained an
increasing trend in 2010 up to 2012 reaching a level of US$884.19 million. However, regional exports
were less diversified since the region’s leading export products continue to be largely traditional. Most of
the export products are canned tuna which posted the highest share at 29% (US$333.014 million), canned
pineapple at 23% (US$265.035 million), and crude coconut oil at 20% (US$223.06 million) of the total
exports value.
TABLE 3.1 REGIONAL INVESTMENTS AND EXPORTS
INDICATORS 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
Investments (In Billion Pesos)
1
6.49 2.28 1.93 3.96 6.30
Export earnings (In Million Dollars)
2
584.88 544.14 632.38 815.59 884.19
Source of data: 1DTI XII,
2BOC-General Santos
B. Industry Clusters
The SOCCSKSARGEN region is endowed with varied resources with huge potential for developing
fishery, agriculture, and forest related products. For the past years, the region focused on six (6) priority
clusters that were developed.
1. Food
a. Coffee Cluster. SOCCSKSARGEN region is blessed with the climate in which four (4) varieties of
coffee (Robusta, Arabica, Excelsa and Liberica) could thrive and has a world class demand. The region
is the number one producer of Robusta coffee in the country. The biggest market is Nestle Philippines.
The coffee farmers are now into value adding and processing.
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Producers have developed brands for roasted and ground coffee and acquired food safety standards
from the Bureau of Food and Drugs (BFAD) allowing them to market the products at a much higher
price. The small coffee farmers are now entrepreneurs with linkage to other medium and large scale
buyers in the domestic markets.
For the past three (3) years, various investment promotion road shows were conducted to package
information on investment cost, market, programs of NGAs and NGOs and financing facilities which
resulted in the establishment of community-based coffee processing facilities in Sultan Kudarat, South
Cotabato, which generated PhP 21.86 million investments and PhP 19.135 million domestic sales.
b. Muscovado Cluster. Muscovado is one of the emerging export industries of the region. An indirect
exporter of muscovado was able to generate PhP 15.39 million investments for the establishment of a
20-ton muscovado mill in Sultan Kudarat and generated PhP 15.87 million domestic sales during the
trade fairs, investment fora, and market facilitation. There are now three (3) big muscovado mills in
Sultan Kudarat with a combined production capacity of more than 25 tons per day.
c. Banana Cluster. Banana industry in the region is considered as one of the major focus industries due to
the presence of various multinational company investors. Since 2010, the banana industry generated
PhP 350 million investments from Del Monte and RNF Industries Corporation. The region’s banana
industry has sustained its increasing demand both in foreign and domestic markets. It is also one of the
industries that has a potential to support countryside development and to contribute in the attainment of
inclusive growth. SOCCSKSARGEN region ranks as the third largest producer of Cavendish banana in
the country and the leading producer of Lakatan for domestic market consumption.
d. Mango Cluster. The mango industry of the region was able to develop one brand - the Mangolicious.
However, its investment generation for the past year was lackluster since it only captured PhP10
million investments and generated PhP3.6 million in domestic sales. Given interventions for production
up to market linkaging, the mango industry could be expected to prosper and to contribute to the
economic growth of the region.
2. Fishery
a. Tuna Cluster. The tuna industry shares 91% of the total directly impacted exports earnings of the
region for the period 2010 to 2012. It is also one of the highly investment generating clusters and the
highest earning commodity in the domestic market. The industry generated PhP92.5 million
investments and PhP84.07 million domestic sales.
b. Pangasius Cluster. The Pangasius fish is slowly penetrating the market due to its taste, availability of
supply and affordability. It is suitable for processing or cooking into various menus because its taste
and flavor are very dominant and patronized by gourmets. With the series of seminars, product
development and branding, product research and trade fairs, pangasius farmer producers were matched
and linked with companies in the region which used to import pangasius fillet. Networking with other
markets generated PhP16.074 million domestic sales for the pangasius farmer producers.
c. Bangus Cluster. The bangus cluster is another emerging industry cluster in the region. For the past
years it has generated PhP 8.363 million worth of investments and PhP 6.128 million domestic sales.
3. Coconut
Among the products largely produced in the region are coconut oil, copra and its by products and the
coconut coir. To sustain the development of the industry the Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) XII
implemented a program involving the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) and rebel returnees. This program
involves the provision of planting materials to the IPs and rebel returnees and a cash incentive of
Twenty Pesos (PhP 20.00) per coconut seedling planted, grown and stabilized in the field. The 2013
operations involved a defined target area of 4,900 hectares, which is greater than the 2012 target of
only 620 hectares. About 100 seedlings per hectare were provided by PCA from the North Cotabato
Seed Production Center (NCSPC).
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One of the coconut products in which the region is actively marketing is the coconut coir. In 2009 the
region produced a total of 2,451 metric tons of coconut coir which is 17.4% to the total production of
the country. Unfortunately in 2010, the volume of produced baling coir decreased by 5.2% because the
two producing provinces (Sarangani and South Cotabato) experienced difficulty in the sourcing of
coconut husk due to strong competition among other local producers in nearby region and the lack of
areas where they can dry their fibers even during rainy days.
4. Wearable and Homestyle
One of the products that belong to this industry is the T’nalak cloth. T’boli women had been weaving
the native abaca (Manila hemp) cloth and dying it using centuries-old method wherein they derive
natural dyes from the kenalum and loco trees. In weaving a T’nalak cloth, the weavers dream of the
pattern and are guided by the symbols of their dreams. Weaving a 20-feet T’nalak cloth takes 75 days
to finish and is done in a solemn environment free from distraction. A mistake in the process requires
the weaver to repeat the whole process from the beginning. The T’nalak’s colors represent the qualities
of its people. Red is for bravery, commitment and love, and black for the struggles and hard beaten-era
of pioneers which developed among them a strong character and perseverance. Like the people of
South Cotabato, the T’nalak was subjected to heat and beating process to achieve flexibility and better
quality cloth. The T’nalak products bring new opportunity to indigenous women of the locality
reaching the international fashion landscape and used as decorative materials and accessories due to its
rare and exotic design.
Tinalak weaving and the production of other tinalak products such as home decorations, jewelries,
fashion accessories, beddings, blankets, bags, sandals, frames and upholstery are concentrated in the
Municipality of Lake, South Cotabato. The T’boli women known as the “dream weavers” handcrafted
these products which are marketed in the local, as well as international markets. The indigenous tinalak
cloths are also exported to European markets for gowns and for home-use by making it part of
ornamental designs.
5. Industrial Crops
a. Oil Palm Cluster. The region’s oil palm cluster sustained the increase in production as well as in sales.
Various marketing agreements were entered into by the farmer producers and the oil palm industry
processor in the region. The industry was able to generate domestic sales of PhP72 million and PhP285
million of investment. With the increasing raw material production, the Kenram Industrial
Development, Inc. (KIDI) established a 60-ton palm oil mill in Isulan, Sultan Kudarat.
b. Rubber Cluster. The cluster is actively exporting rubber processed products such as natural crumb or
sheet rubber, to Dunlop Korea and South Africa. The industry generated PhP338 million worth of
investments.
6. Furniture and Woodcraft
The potential of the bamboo cluster in the region is very high. As of the year 2012, it generated an
investment of PhP15.540 million and domestic sales of PhP8.89 million. Engineered bamboo furniture
is highly patronized in the region because of its quality and sophisticated design. However, there is no
assurance of the availability of raw materials that can accommodate bulk orders.
C. Tourism Industry
The region’s tourism industry is a potential contributor to the service sector. It links the functions of travel
agencies and tour operators with tour guides, transportation, food and accommodation facilities like hotels
and resorts, the operators of tourist destinations or attractions and the organizers of events. While tourism is
generally services in nature, it influences the upstream sector on manufacturing, like food processors for
restaurants, craft or souvenir item producers for hotels or pasalubong centers, and other related products.
The money spent by tourists in the region has multiplier effect in terms of income and jobs generated.
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1. Tourist Arrivals and Hotel Occupancy
Most data on tourist arrivals were taken from local government units where tourism is a significant
industry. It could be noted that there is a big slump from the 2011 to 2012 due to data non-availability for
some period. To address data gaps, the Department of Tourism XII (DOT) adopted a new scheme in
measuring tourist arrivals in 2012. The procedure no longer includes day tourists or the excursionists but
only those who are booked and have stayed at least overnight in hotels.
TABLE 3.2 VISITOR ARRIVALS BY TYPE, 2010-2012
Actual Tourist Arrivals Growth Rate (%)
2009 2010 2011 2012
2009-2010
2010-2011
2011-2012
AAGR (%)
Visitor Arrivals 659,139 673,841 682,468 281,578 2.23 1.28 (58.74) (18.41)
Local Tourist 652,283 665,344 674,940 268,901 2.00 1.44 (60.16) (18.90)
Foreign Tourist 3,765 4,317 3,990 12,673 14.66 (7.57) 217.62 74.90
Overseas Filipino Workers
3,091 4,180 3,538 4 35.23 217.62 (99.89) (26.67)
Average Hotel Occupancy Rate
(%)
64.31 62.44 37.65 (99.89) (39.71) (21.30)
AAGR – average annual growth rate
Source of data: DOT XII
At present, there are 106 travel agencies and tour operators in the region, together with media entities and
travel bloggers, which promote the region’s destinations and attractions. In terms of transport, passengers
can have access to three (3) airline companies that provide daily flights to and from Manila, Cebu and
Iloilo. There are four (4) bus companies that ply the route from the region to Davao City and Cagayan de
Oro City. Vans, jeepneys, and other utility vehicles could be contracted to take tourists to various tourism
sites in the region. The region has also around 278 food and accommodation establishments like hotels,
resorts and apartment hotels and 298 restaurants and food outlets that offer local and international cuisine.
Of the total establishments, only 24 were given accreditation by DOT.
2. Tourist Attractions
The Department of Tourism (DOT) in the region identified main attractions for each province/city.
Cotabato Province and Kidapawan City boast of Mt. Apo as its main attraction while several falls and
mountain resorts serve as natural attractions. Sultan Kudarat’s main attraction is agri-tourism where it
showcases coffee processing, muscovado milling and palm oil processing and serving as enhancers are bird
watching, spelunking in dozens of caves and the Muslim motif of its provincial capitol. South Cotabato
banners Lake Sebu as cultural and adventure tourism with agri-tourism serving as enhancers. Sarangani
claims to be the region’s pure adventure destination with paragliding, diving, river tubing, and water sports
as its pride. General Santos City retains its being the tuna capital of the country as its main attraction.
Cotabato City has always been known for its cultural values like inaul weaving, brassware making, and the
grand mosque.
3. Existing Hotels and Restaurants
The number of hotel rooms and restaurants in a locality is a good indicator of the capacity of an area to
accommodate the influx of tourists and visitors. The overall economic growth of the region is shown in the
rapid rise in the number of hotel rooms. General Santos City posted the highest number with 1,383,
Koronadal City with 422 rooms, Kidapawan with 411 rooms, Cotabato City with 392, while Tacurong has
the least with 139 rooms.
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D. Competitiveness in terms of Economic Dynamism
1. Business Registration
In terms of the number of annual business registrations (new and renewal), General Santos City has the
most number with 8,793 total business registrations in 2012, followed by Cotabato City with 5,919,
Koronadal City with 2,674, Kidapawan City with 2,037, and Tacurong City with 1,654.
For business registrations (New and Renewal) covering the period January 2013, Koronadal City posted
the most number of business registration with 2,554, followed by General Santos City with 2,500. Tacurong
City had the least number of business registrants with 1,225.
2. Capitalization of Newly Registered and Renewal Businesses
From January to December 2012, General Santos City recorded a total capital of PhP2,998,873,210.30 from
newly-registered businesses. Koronadal City had PhP8,285,034,305.66, representing the highest number of
total capital from new and renewal businesses for the region. This was followed by Kidapawan City with
PhP4,049,931,439.10 and Tacurong City with PhP2,253,303,753.16. Cotabato City had PhP65,244,678.43.
3. Jobs created for new registration
For 2012, the following are the number of jobs created in the cities: General Santos - 46,063; Koronadal -
5,329; Cotabato – 651; and, Kidapawan -168. Tacurong City was not able to submit. The large number of
jobs created in General Santos City can be attributed to the equally large number of establishments which
opened in the city in 2012, such as hotels and restaurants, plants and factories, malls, beach resorts, and
agriculture, as well as poultry/hog industries. For January 2013, Cotabato City posted the highest number of
new jobs created at 6,022. Kidapawan City posted the lowest at 243 new jobs. No data were provided by the
cities of General Santos and Tacurong.
4. Cost of living
The cost of living is defined as the monetary cost of maintaining a particular standard of living, usually
measured by calculating the average cost of a number of goods and services. The cost of living is
customarily measured by a price index such as the consumer price index. Measurements of change in the
cost of living are important in wage negotiations. Cost-of-living measurements are also used to compare the
cost of maintaining similar living standards in different areas.
The cost of living standard in the region is based on the prevailing inflation rate. In 2012, Cotabato City
posted the highest inflation rate among the cities in the region at 3.7%. This was followed by General
Santos City at 3.2%, Kidapawan City at 3.0%, Koronadal City at 2.7%, and Tacurong City at 2.6%.
5. Productivity
Increasing productivity can raise living standards because more real income will improve people's ability to
purchase goods and services, enjoy leisure, improve housing and education and can contribute to social and
environmental programs. Productivity growth also helps businesses to be more profitable.
Local productivity as measured by the gross sales in revenue over the number of employed persons in the
given area, the workforce in Kidapawan City recorded the highest productivity level at PhP24.106 million
sales per employee. This is followed by General Santos City with PhP1.533million sales generated out of
one employee. This is in contrast with the productivity level of an employee in Cotabato City which
generated sales of only PhP7,644.54 per employee. For the cities of Koronadal and Tacurong, the
productivity levels are more than PhP400, 000 per employee.
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At the municipality level, the municipality of Carmen, Cotabato recorded the highest productivity level at
PhP4.18 million per employee. The municipality of Malungon, Sarangani recorded the lowest productivity
level at PhP131, 461.40 per employee.
6. Organized business groups
The operation of several establishments in the region resulted to the creation of various workers and
business organizations and associations which are industry-based or industry-related. In the key city
category, General Santos City posted a total of 153 registered organized groups in 2012. This figure is more
than triple that of Cotabato, with the second largest number of groups organized in the region with 49. The
cities of Koronadal and Kidapawan have 44 and 31 organized groups/associations registered, respectively.
Tacurong had the least number of organized groups with only 7. For the municipality level category, the
municipality of Esperanza in Sultan Kudarat posted the most number of recognized organized groups with
60, followed by T’boli in South Cotabato with 55 organized groups, and Isulan in Sultan Kudarat with 53.
The municipality of Polomolok in South Cotabato has 46 organized groups in part due to the strong
presence of Dole Philippines, Inc., a multinational corporation operating in the area for decades, making the
pineapple industry a dominant force in the local economy.
7. Economic Governance
The economic governance score in Local Governance Performance Management System (LGPMS)
provides a gauge on entrepreneurship, business and industry promotion. The LGPMS system is a self-
assessment, management and development tool that enables local governments to determine their
capabilities and limitations in the delivery of essential public services. The five cities of the region received
varied scores in LGPMS economic governance on entrepreneurship, business and industry promotion.
Tacurong City garnered the highest with 4.67, followed closely by Cotabato City with 4.61, Kidapawan
City with 4.46, and Koronadal City with 4.04. General Santos City posted the lowest score with 3.94.
Among the municipalities, Midsayap in Cotabato Province recorded the highest score at 5.0, followed by
the municipality of Surallah in South Cotabato at 4.95. Among the largest municipalities, Isulan in Sultan
Kudarat had the lowest score of 2.60. For municipalities not belonging to the 3 largest, Columbio in Sultan
Kudarat had the lowest score in economic governance at 3.4.
E. Consumer Welfare Awareness
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) is mandated to create a business-friendly environment
conducive for growth of enterprises and supportive of fair and robust trade in goods and services in the
region. Its mandate focuses on the promotion of consumer welfare and protection of consumer
rights. Among the assistance extended to consumers include enforcement of trade and industry laws, action
on consumer complaints, and formation of consumer groups.
Based on the result of the most recent evaluation conducted by the agency, more than 50 percent of
SOCCSKSARGEN business establishments passed the government evaluation for responsible
entrepreneurship and management consumer rights and protection awareness. The evaluation process
recognized business entities actively involved in protecting consumers’ rights and welfare.
As of September 2013, out of the 12,000 registered establishments in the region only 60 awarded the
“BAGWIS” seal as proof that they provide customer-friendly products and services. The Bagwis seal,
formerly known as the DTI Certified Establishment Program (CEP), gives recognition to exemplary
business establishments that uphold customer rights and welfare, foster ethical business practices, and
practice self-regulation. Entrepreneurs assessed under the program were evaluated based on the following
criteria: presence of consumer welfare desk or recognized customer service counter, compliance to fair
trade laws, practicing social responsibilities, and complying or aligning to International Standards.
Of the 60 awardees, four were given silver “Bagwis” seal, namely: Soc Hardware of Sarangani Province,
Ntrprising Motor Corp., Honda Cars General Santos Inc., and MTL Gensan Motors Inc.
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II. Development Challenges
A. Low economic productivity
1.1 Low level of investments and exports
Inadequate processing facilities that are accessible to the production sites
Constraints brought about by development policies, as non-quantitative restrictions like
compliance to international product standards and food safety that could impede the free flow of
goods and services in the market
Limited financial capacities of MSMEs, since they could not access, infuse and acquire
technology, establish product standards and information system, comply with local and national
quality standards).
Regional exports that remain traditional and less diversified
1.2 Limited tourism options
Limited tourism product packages and promotions, and tourism products/events are not packaged
that could cater to the needs of tourists.
Underdeveloped tourist destinations
Poor connectivity from one tourism site to another, weak or limited access to tourism sites/tourist
destinations and road networks to tourism areas are not yet developed.
B. Need to improve competitiveness of regional industry and services
The region is still behind in terms of competitiveness in industry and services compared with other regions
in the country. Only Koronadal City and the municipality of Surallah, South Cotabato were included in the
most competitive ranking in the country. In terms of economic dynamism competitiveness, the cities of
General Santos, Koronadal, and Kidapawan and the municipalities of Surallah, South Cotabato and Isulan,
Sultan Kudarat are included in the top ten.
The SOCCSKSARGEN region competitiveness will be challenged with the impending ASEAN Integration
by 2015. The region has to be prepared to meet the competitive challenges when trade barriers in the
ASEAN region are lifted to allow the free flow of goods and services. The development of potential
opportunities for the ASEAN Integration increases the vulnerabilities of the region’s products to foreign
competition and exposure to market risks. One vulnerable sector is the agribusiness industry where
productivity targets will contribute to self-sufficiency and the surplus growth for export are found wanting.
Despite the opportunities from Free Trade Agreements, the region’s producers continue to be weighed
down by the abundance of unresolved issues that competing nations have already overcome. The region
must plan to mitigate the risks posed by cheap products and services and to strengthen our competitive
advantage.
There is also a need to improve the difficult and lengthy business registration and regulation at the LGU
level which the MSMEs and other entrepreneurs have difficulty in complying.
C. Need to increase consumer welfare awareness of their rights and
responsibilities and satisfaction of quality goods and services
Of the total 12,000 various businesses registered with DTI XII, only 0.5% were able to comply and to
consider the protection and promotion of consumer welfare and awareness. This shows that the region’s
population is not fully aware of their rights and responsibilities in terms of consumer welfare.
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III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcome
The region recognizes the primary roles of MSMEs in making the Industry and Services sectors more
competitive. To ensure the development of MSMEs and enhance their productivity, the Industry Clustering
Strategy shall continue to be adopted. This strategy is a goal-oriented cooperation of producers and
industry players to find and to respond to business opportunities not normally accessible to individual
players. It is a private sector-led and government-supported initiative that promotes private and government
collaboration.
A. Increase economic productivity
a. Increase the level of investments and exports
1. Broadening and deepening the export base and intensifying investment promotion on the establishment
and upgrading of infrastructure facilities for priority industry (processed food-banana, coffee, mango
and muscovado, fishery-tuna, pangasius and bangus, wearable and homestyle - T’nalak cloth,
processed coconut products-copra meal/cake and coconut coir, furniture-engineered bamboo and
woodcraft and mining)
2. Strengthening LGU alliances and establishing economic zones.
3. Providing assistance and support to MSMEs in the following areas:
Access to credit and financing (e.g. LGU financing assistance, technical assistance/capability
building to MSMEs and existing cooperative to access credit/capital from financing institutions,
increase/provide additional credit windows)
Access to available technologies and technological services to improve product quality and
competitiveness;
Market linkages in promoting and selling their products (e.g. access/linkages to international
markets);
Support to exporting industries and SMEs through trade negotiations, promotion and development
of products for globalization;
Development of other emerging industry clusters/groups (e.g. processed foods like spices).
Priority S&T interventions based on the market niches and industry clusters by providing support
to MSMEs, strengthening linkages, partnerships and networking to stakeholders.
Support to the Halal industry to open opportunity for the region to access the continuously
growing Halal world market.
Capability building for MSMEs and existing cooperative to become self-reliant and more
competitive (e.g. trainings on managerial/entrepreneurship skills, organizational development).
Promotion of employment and protection of basic rights of workers and accompanied by adequate
social safety nets to protect the vulnerable workers.
b. Increase tourist arrivals
To increase tourist arrivals and to attract tourism investments, the DOT XII shall focus their
interventions on the tourism value chain specifically in developing and marketing competitive tourism
products, improving market access, connectivity and destination infrastructure and improving tourism
institutions, governance and human resource capacities as well as working collaboratively with other
government sectors in the area. Specific strategies to be implemented to the next few years are as
follows:
1. Developing and marketing competitive tourist products
Development of diversified product portfolio linked to a strategic and prioritized destination and
strengthened road/sea tourism circuit framework
Raising the standards of facility and services, and facilitate tourism investment especially in
accommodation and lower business costs
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Safeguarding natural and cultural heritage and vulnerable groups
Implementation of public-private sector partnership based marketing strategy and action plan
2. Improving market access, connectivity and destination infrastructure
Rapid expansion of the capacity of secondary international airports to priority destinations
Expansion of international air connectivity between priority gateway destinations and key growth
market
Implementation of a strategic access infrastructure program between international airports and the
cluster destinations
Implementation of a tourism destination infrastructure program
3. Improving tourism institutions, governance and human resource capacities
Institutionalization of the roles and responsibilities of the Department of Tourism and Local
Government Units
Development of a competent, well-motivated and productive tourism workforce.
Improvement of governance in the area of safety and security in dealing with tourists
The Inclusive Tourism Road Network Map shows the current tourist arrivals and the strategic clusters that
cover the tourism development areas with tourism priority destinations. With this roadmap DOT XII is
commissioned to work with other existing government and private organizations in the area in
institutionalizing the tourism programs such as infrastructures and services. As a poverty reduction tool, the
map also clearly states the role of the poor and disadvantaged inhabitants in providing support to local
tourism activities. DOT XII and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) XII, among
other concerned agencies will work together on how to maximize and utilize the skills of the beneficiaries
of the conditional cash transfer (CCT) program of the government in providing tourism services.
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FIGURE 3.1 INCLUSIVE TOURISM ROAD NETWORK MAP
Source of data: DOT XII
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B. Improve competitiveness of regional industry and services
SOCCSKSARGEN products and services could be improved by a) increasing labor productivity through
development of skills, b) improving competition in product markets by regulating/reducing the barriers in
the entry of regional products, with certain limits as some regulation is needed to protect consumers and
employees from unfair practices, c) improving the level of investment through increased grants and
subsidies, and providing tax incentives to encourage new product development, and d) keeping interest
rates low is also a strategy to encourage investment, and e) by creating a stable macroeconomic
environment to keep inflation under control.
While the ASEAN Integration in 2015 could threaten the region’s competitiveness, it can also bring
opportunities and benefits that can further enhance the quality of the region’s Industry and Services sectors.
Among the benefits from the integration are as follows:
a. Enhanced regional cooperation among ASEAN countries which in turn will eventually improve the
scale efficiencies, dynamism and competitiveness of its member’s products.
b. Greater opportunities for travel and tourism as visitors coming from various parts of the world begin to
reach out to the region.
c. Improved MSMEs competitiveness through technology transfer and sharing.
d. Generation of more domestic employment.
At the LGU level one of the strategies that can attract investments is to simplify and ease business
regulation and registration especially for MSMEs. The LGUs shall streamline the BPLS adoption by 2016.
C. Enhance the level of consumer welfare awareness of their rights and
responsibilities and satisfaction of quality goods and services
There is an urgent and increasing necessity to educate and motivate the consumers to be wary of the quality
of products and the possible deficiencies in the services provided by various establishments. In short, the
consumer should be empowered with respect to his rights as a consumer.
A consumer should be equipped to be vigilant and to protect oneself from any wrongful act on the part of
the trader. To prepare the consumer, there is a need not only to evolve legal remedies but also provide
reliable and exhaustive information, which can be accessed without much effort and expense. Specifically
the following strategies will be implemented to increase the level of consumers’ awareness:
a. Promotion of general awareness of the rights of the consumer by encouraging consumer education and
supplying information.
b. Enlightening the business community on its ethical and legal obligations to maintain quality of the
products or services and to be transparent in dealing with consumers.
c. Encouraging consumer activities to strengthen the existing institutional setup of consumer dispute
redressed by acting as a facilitator between consumers and the producers or the institutions.
IV. Plan Targets
In 2016 investments to the region will increase to PhP11,800.20 million and exports will increase to
US$1,294.50 million. The annual increase from year 2012 is assumed at 10% for the exports and 17% for
the investments.
TABLE 3.3 INVESTMENTS AND EXPORTS TARGET, 2013-2016
INDICATOR ACTUAL
2012
TARGET
2013 2014 2015 2016
Investments ( PhP) in Million*
6,297.18 7,367.70 8,620.21 10,085.60 11,800.20
Exports (US$) in Million** 884.20 972.61 1,069.90 1,176.90 1,294.50
Source of data: *DTI XII, **BOC-General Santos
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With the target of increasing investments and exports, additional 61,300 jobs will be generated in the next
four years through the micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The jobs creation would be made
possible through various strategies to be implemented for the incoming years, such as provision of loan/
financing, marketing and product development assistance to the 13,320 target MSMEs. The various
activities generated PhP3,829,000.00 domestic sales and about US$149 million export sales and developed
28 new exporters.
It is also targeted to streamline LGUs to 100% to adopt the Business Permits and Licensing System (BPLS)
and increase the consumer welfare index from 60% to 80%.
TABLE 3.4 MSMEs INDICATORS AND TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATOR ACTUAL
2012
TARGET
2013 2014 2015 2016
Jobs generated 42,091 13,200 14,500 16,000 17,600
Consumer Welfare index (rights, price, safety)
60% 65% 90% 80%
Number of MSMEs assisted 4,252 3,100 3,250 3,400 3,570
Number of Shared Service Facilities (SSF) established and maintained
40 53 55 58
Amount of MSME domestic sales (Php M)
1,330.42 850 918 991 1,070
Number of exporters developed (level 5)
12 7 8 6 7
Amount of export sales (Exports Pathways Program-EPP) $M
92.94 33 36 38 42
Number of MSMEs who availed loans
171 13 14 13 14
Percent of LGUs that have adopted the streamlined BPLS
100 100 100 100 100
* based on DTI targets only
Source of data: DTI XII
The implementation of various tourism activities are geared toward achieving targets in hotel occupancy
rate from an average rate of 62% in 2011 to an average growth rate of 73% in 2016 which means an
increment of 16% in its growth for the next four (4) years.
TABLE 3.5 HOTEL OCCUPANCY RATE BY AREA, 2013-2016
PROVINCE/CITY ACTUAL
2011
TARGET 2013 2014 2015 2016
Sultan Kudarat 53 57 61 66 70
Cotabato 63 66 69 72 75
Sarangani 65 66 67 68 70
South Cotabato 63 68 70 72 75
Cotabato City 60 65 67 69 75
Kidapawan City 67 68 69 70 71
Gen. Santos City 71 72 74 76 78
Tacurong City 60 62 63 64 65
Koronadal City 60 64 68 70 75
Source of data: DOT XII
Visitors/Tourist arrivals are targeted to increase by 10% annually from 682,468 in 2012 to almost one
million tourist arrivals in 2016. The expected increase in visitor arrivals would result from the various
tourism initiatives of the region.
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TABLE 3.6 VISITOR ARRIVALS TARGET BY TYPE/AREA, 2013-2016
ACTUAL 2012
TARGET 2013 2014 2015 2016
Local Tourist 674,940.00 742,434 816,677 898,345 988,180
Sultan Kudarat 56,903.00 62,593 68,853 75,738 83,312
Cotabato 75,587.00 83,146 91,460 100,606 110,667
Sarangani 76,332.00 83,965 92,362 101,598 111,758
South Cotabato 89,133.00 98,046 107,851 118,636 130,500
Cotabato City 72,516.00 79,768 87,744 96,519 106,171
Kidapawan City 71,201.00 78,321 86,153 94,769 104,245
General Santos City 101,830.00 112,013 123,214 135,536 149,089
Tacurong City 52,892.00 58,181 63,999 70,399 77,439
Koronadal City 78,546.00 86,401 95,041 104,545 114,999
Foreign Tourist 3,990.00 4,389 4,828 5,311 5,842
Sultan Kudarat 223.00 245 270 297 326
Cotabato 318.00 350 385 423 466
Sarangani 299.00 329 362 398 438
South Cotabato 589.00 648 713 784 862
Cotabato City 612.00 673 741 815 896
Kidapawan City 327.00 360 396 435 479
General Santos City 968.00 1,065 1,171 1,288 1,417
Tacurong City 208.00 229 252 277 305
Koronadal City 446.00 491 540 594 653
Overseas Filipino Workers
3,538.00 3,892 4,281 4,709 5,180
Sultan Kudarat 198.00 218 240 264 290
Cotabato 239.00 263 289 318 350
Sarangani 643.00 707 778 856 941
South Cotabato 761.00 837 921 1,013 1,114
Cotabato City 148.00 163 179 197 217
Kidapawan City 211.00 232 255 281 309
General Santos City 713.00 784 863 949 1,044
Tacurong City 215.00 237 260 286 315
Koronadal City 410.00 451 496 546 600
Source of data: DOT XII
The Department of Science and Technology (DOST XII) aims to assist the emerging and potential MSMEs
in the region in terms of technology and innovation integration in their systems so as to enhance their
operation. The following are the targets of the Department of Science and Technology (DOST XII) for the
year 2013-2016.
TABLE 3.7 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INDICATORS AND TARGETS, 2013-2016
STRATEGIC INTERVENTION/ ACTUAL TARGET
OUTPUT INDICATOR 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Technology Transfer and Commercialization
No. of Research and Development Institute (RDI) Technologies Commercialized
4 5 6 7
No. of technology interventions 1,758 1,330 1,460 1,600 1,750
No. of firms assisted (existing and start up) 641 610 665 720 790
Gross Sales (PhP ‘000) 84,756 26,000 28,500 31,000 34,000
No. of employment generated/man-months 14,173 9,000 9,900 10,800 11,900
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TABLE 3.7 SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY INDICATORS AND TARGETS, 2013-2016 (CONT’D)
Science and Technology Services
Consultancy Services
No. of firms assisted (Manufacturing Productivity Extension Program – MPEX; Consultancy for Agricultural Productivity Enhancement Program – CAPE; Cleaner Production Technology - CPT)
393 51 56 60 65
Networking &Linkaging 129 45 45 45 45
No. of networks established/maintained
Technology Trainings 312
No. of firms assisted 180 200 220 240
Testing and Calibration 1,751
No. of services rendered 279 900 990 1,090 1,200
No. of firms assisted 60 66 72 79
Packaging & Labeling 351
No. of firms assisted 48 53 58 64
Source of data: DOST XII
Responsible mining is seen as one of the sources of growth for the region’s economy. The targets also
support other sector goals and objectives to create jobs, to increase investments and revenue collection, and
to ensure sustainable development by invoking responsible mining. The mining industry has the following
target production for the year 2013-2016.
TABLE 3.8 INDICATORS AND TARGETS OF THE MINING INDUSTRY, 2013-2016
INDICATORS ACTUAL TARGETS
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 1.Metallic Mineral Production
Gold Ore (mt) 4,539.35 4,766.32 5,004.63 5,254.87 5,517.61
Copper (mt) 250 263 276 289 304
2. Non-Metallic Mineral Production
Coal
Sand and gravel (cm3) 1,595,908 1,675,703 1,759,489 1,847,463 1,939,836
Agricultural Limestone (MT) 3,078.14 3,232 3,394 3,563 3,741
3. Revenue Collection
Occupational Fees(in Million Pesos)
3.4 (2010) 3.6 3.7 3.9 4.1
Mining-related Fees (in Million Pesos
31 32.6 34.2 35.9 37.7
MGB Collection (in Million Pesos)
0.3 0.315 0.331 0.347 0.365
4. Investments (In Billion Pesos)
3.4 3.57 3.75 3.94 4.13
5. Job Generation 1,610 1,691 1,775 1,864 1,957
Source of data: MGB XII, SMI and DOE
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The Cooperative Code of 2008 states that the Government and all its branches, subdivisions,
instrumentalities, and agencies shall ensure the provision of technical guidance, financial assistance and
other services to enable cooperatives to develop into viable and responsive economic enterprises in order to
bring about a strong cooperative movement that is free from any conditions that might infringe upon their
autonomy or organizational integrity. The table below presents targets for cooperative development.
TABLE 3.9 COOPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS ACTUAL 2012
TARGETS
2013 2014 2015 2016
Registered Cooperatives for the year
91 100 110 121 133
Operating cooperatives 999 950 971 1,037 1,052
Cooperative Assets (P000)
1,071,320 1,178,452 1,296,297 1,425,926 1,568,518
Cooperative Investments (Pesos)
31,245,352 33,325,986 34,897,784 36,642,674 38,444,907
Cooperative Membership
126,923 91,092 95,649 100,430 105,452
Source of data: CDA XII
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CHAPTER 4
COMPETITIVE AND SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE
AND FISHERY SECTOR
The Agriculture and Fishery Sector plays a vital role in achieving industrial competitiveness and in
providing sufficient food for the populace. The industrial advancement of the region relies on the
productivity of the agriculture and fishery sector and the technological advances such as improved varieties
and genetics of crops, livestock, poultry and aquatic products and irrigation systems towards ensuring food
security in the region.
I. Assessment
A. Contribution to Rapid and Sustained Growth
For the period 2010 to 2011, the agriculture sector contributed an average of Php 49.40 million pesos to the
region’s GRDP.
1. Crops
a. Rice Self-Sufficiency Ratio
Palay is the staple food of the Filipino and was copiously cultivated in irrigated and rainfed areas of the
region. The region has a total of 775,309 hectares land area and 497,814 hectares are devoted to temporary
crop production, including cereals.
The region has an increasing rice self-sufficiency ratio from 85.8% in 2009 to 127.00% in 2012. The
average annual increase is almost 15.16%. In 2012 the region embarked on a long term plan of exporting
aromatic and organic rice. It was able to export about 52.8 metric tons of premium quality rice to Middle
East and Europe.
TABLE 4.1 RICE SELF-SUFFICIENCY RATIO, 2009-2012
REGION ACTUAL GROWTH RATE (%) AAGR
2009 2010 2011 2012 2010 2011 2012
Region XII 85.8 81.27 93.91 127.00 (5.3) 15.55 35.24 15.16
Source of data: DA XII
b. Palay Production and Productivity
The region was able to sustain the increase in rice self sufficiency because palay production for irrigated
areas continued to increase at an average annual growth of 2.3% from 996,995 MT in 2009 to 1,028,961
MT in 2012. Similarly, the production for rainfed palay increased annually at an average of 5.2% from
232,045 MT in 2009 to 241,940 MT in 2012. The average annual production growth for rainfed areas is
much higher than the average annual production growth for the irrigated areas. The growth in the rainfed
areas is attributed to the sufficiency of rainwater and the complementary programs and services of DA XII
and other local stakeholders.
The sustained increase in the production of irrigated palay resulted from various programs implemented by
DA XII in partnership with local stakeholders and the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) XII. As of
2012, the total irrigated areas in the region reached 117,000 hectares from 96,000 hectares in 2009. The
annual average increase in rice fields with access to irrigation services is about 7%.
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TABLE 4.2 EXISTING AREAS WITH IRRIGATION FACILITIES, 2009-2012
REGION AREA WITH IRRIGATION FACILITIES (‘000 HECTARES)
GROWTH RATE (%)
2009 2010 2011 2012 2010 2011 2012 Ave.
SOCCSKSARGEN 96 111 111.2 117 15.9 .2 5.3 7
Source of data: NIA XII
The area utilized for irrigated palay production increased at an average of 2.10% annually due to the repair,
rehabilitation, and restoration of existing irrigation systems, as well as the establishment of various
groundwater irrigation projects in the region. Meanwhile, rainfed areas utilized for palay production
decreased on the average of 2.69% annually due to crop shifting from 89,634 hectares in 2009 to 82,598 in
2012 due to crop shifting.
DA XII also implemented a holistic approach to improve palay productivity through various forms of
assistance from production inputs, capability trainings for the farmers, provision of appropriate pre- and
post-harvest facilities and machineries to farmers to improve their land preparation, lessen the postharvest
losses, and enhance linkage to appropriate and institutional markets so that farmers will earn a much higher
profit out of their produce.
For the period 2009 to 2012, the average productivity growth of palay for both irrigated and rainfed areas in
the region was recorded at 2.12%. The rainfed palay has a much higher average productivity of 4.23% as
compared to the irrigated palay which has an average productivity of 1.52% only.
TABLE 4.3 PALAY PRODUCTIVITY, 2009-2012
ACTUAL GROWTH RATE (%)
AAGR 2009 2010 2011 2012
2009-2010
2010-2011
2011-2012
PALAY 3.45 3.59 3.62 3.67 4.15 0.76 1.45 2.12
Irrigated 3.73 3.82 3.86 3.91 2.28 1.21 1.08 1.52
Rainfed 2.59 2.78 2.82 2.93 7.55 1.31 3.85 4.23
Source of data: BAS XII
c. Corn Production and Productivity
Yellow corn production continued to increase at an average of 4.53% from 858,696 MT in 2009 to 960,272
MT in 2012 which even surpassed its targeted production during the 2011 and 2012 cropping season. The
increase in yellow corn production is influenced by the presence and demand of various industries operating
in SOCCSKSARGEN area, since this commodity is the primary raw material for livestock and poultry feed
production.
On the other hand, white corn production decreased at an average of 5.48% from 287,903 MT in 2009 to
241,059 MT in 2012 and the area utilized for white corn production also decreased at an average of 1.80%
from 89,634 hectares in 2009 to 82,598 hectares in 2012. The decrease in production and area utilized is
attributed to market preferences because white corn is usually produced for human consumption. Changes
in the preference of consumers contributed to lower white corn production.
TABLE 4.4 CORN PRODUCTIVITY, 2009-2012
CORN
ACTUAL GROWTH RATE (%) Average growth 2009 2010 2011 2012 2010 2011 2012
2.67 2.62 2.74 2.80 (1.55) 4.46 2.09 1.66
White 1.88 1.75 1.86 1.85 (6.50) 5.86 (0.63) (0.42)
Yellow 3.10 3.09 3.16 3.21 (0.57) 2.33 1.83 1.20
Source of data: BAS XII
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Corn productivity, measured as the production over the area planted/harvested from 2009-2012, was 1.66%
on the average. Yellow corn posted an average annual productivity growth of 1.20% while the white corn
continuously decreased in terms of productivity.
d. High Value Commercial Crops Production and Productivity
For the high value commercial crops (HVCCs), coconut posted positive value in terms of productivity.
TABLE 4.5 PRODUCTIVITY OF HIGH VALUE COMMERCIAL CROPS, 2009-2012
HVCC ACTUAL GROWTH RATE (%) AVERAGE
GROWTH 2009 2010 2011 2012 2010 2011 2012
Coffee 1.15 1.10 1.09 1.10 (3.78) (1.01) 1.20 (1.20)
Banana 35.46 35.69 37.39 38.57 0.65 4.75 3.16 2.86
Mango 3.21 3.36 3.10 3.18 4.92 (7.83) 2.45 (0.16)
Rubber 4.88 4.70 4.46 4.62 (3.81) (5.13) 3.76 (1.73)
Oil Palm 8.52 7.32 7.75 8.06 (14.04) 5.90 4.04 (1.37)
Coconut 5.29 4.67 5.01 5.57 (11.67) 7.17 11.34 2.28
Pineapple 36.33 34.95 34.79 34.07 (3.80) (0.47) (2.07) (2.11)
Asparagus 13.52 12.91 10.10 11.38 (4.52) (21.82) 12.75 (4.53)
Sugarcane 48.35 43.13 63.48 59.20 (10.79) 47.19 (6.73) 9.89
Durian 1.64 1.89 2.02 2.05 14.93 7.11 1.10 7.71
Lanzones 0.25 0.71 0.16 0.27 177.99 (77.76) 70.47 57.02
Rambutan 1.46 2.83 0.74 1.16 93.87 (73.76) 55.95 25.35
Papaya 45.00 45.31 47.76 48.61 0.69 5.41 1.78 2.63
Source of data: BAS XII
Pineapple productivity decreased because some growers shifted to other cash crops/commodities which are
competitive and are easier to cultivate.
Asparagus production experienced a huge decline in 2010 as it was still a recovering from the drought that
hit the region in 2009. The shifting of the growers to other perennial/cash crops that are easy to cultivate
and with lesser production inputs requirements added to the lower asparagus production. Asparagus
production posted a slight increase in 2012 but the increase is still minimal as it was still recovering from
the drought in 2009.
Mango production posted a slight decrease in 2012 brought about by the unfavorable weather condition
during the flowering stage of the plants.
The yield of export potential commodities continued to increase in the past three (3) years. Sugarcane
which is a raw material for the muscovado production posted high increase in 2011 but was not able to
sustain the big leap in production in 2012. Its average productivity growth is only 9.89%.
Oil palm production also posted a positive growth for the past years. The production growth is due to the
increase in number and age of the bearing trees.
Coconut productivity is also increasing due to the complementary program support provided by the
Philippine Coconut Authority and the DA XII in collaboration with the local stakeholders.
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e. Equal Access to Land and Land Rights
Access to land and having a right for a productive activity on that land could be used as a tool for poverty
reduction. In the Philippines, the poor are strongly dependent on access to land for their livelihood and
welfare. SOCCSKSARGEN is one of the regions whose economy relies on agriculture. Both the rural and
urban sectors of the region are economically dependent on land resources. Thus, sustainable economic
activities that could address poverty reduction in agriculture, fisheries and urban economy depend on the
efficient and socially acceptable distribution of land.
Land distribution remained a contentious issue rooted in the Philippine Spanish Colonial period. Various
strategies were implemented and one of this is the Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) of
the Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) XII. Under this program, the department was able to distribute a
total of 42,675 hectares of land in 2012 which is about 32 percent of its target of 132,542 hectares in 2014.
TABLE 4.6 LAND AND LAND RIGHTS INDICATORS, 2010-2013
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012 No. of hectares of land distributed under CARP
24,043
32,752
42,675
No. of Certificates of Ancestral Domain Titles issued 0 0 0
No. of Certificates of Ancestral Land Titles issued 8 0 0
Sources of data: NCIP XII, DAR XII
2. Livestock and Poultry Production
Goat production rapidly increased in 2011 but slightly decreased in 2012. The increase in production is
influenced by high demand of chevon and the decrease was affected by the high mortality/low survival rate
of newly born kid and the decreasing/depleting forage areas.
As of 2012, the region leads Mindanao in terms of hog population and the third largest commercial
producer of hogs in the country. The region’s swine and by-products are shipped to markets in Manila,
Leyte, Samar, Cebu, Davao Oriental, Davao City, and Caraga Region. Markets in Singapore and Dubai
have recently opened for the pork-in-a-box products from SOCCSKSARGEN Region. Two of the biggest
hog producers in the country - Biotech Farms and Progressive Farms – are also based in Region 12.
In 2011, hog production declined but slightly recovered in 2012. The decline in production is due to the
ongoing price increase of livestock feeds which triggered some swine producers to temporarily stop or
reduce. In 2012, the hog industry slowly recovered because some of the feed manufacturers established
their milling facility in the region thus paving the way for a more competitive price for their products.
The cattle and carabao production in the region continued to decrease since 2011. The poor production
performance of the cattle and carabao sector resulted from the low survival rate due to difficulty in adapting
to climate change of the newborns and the unproductive breeds or poor genetic makeup of the animals
being raised by the farmers whose main purpose of raising them is for farm utilization. This situation
alarmed the DA XII to intensify their programs on cattle and carabao growing, provide health services to
cattle and carabao, and maintain the breeding centers in the region.
In terms of poultry production, the region supplied 3 per cent of the country’s poultry requirements. Both
commercial and backyard poultry raising is practiced in the region and is potential for generating income.
Chicken and duck production in the region is a boom and bust type of production. In 2011, the production
growth boomed due to increasing domestic and commercial production as influenced by the promising
market price. The said production boom was not sustained because of the increasing production cost and
rampant infestation and diseases.
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FIGURE 4.1: LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY PRODUCTION TREND, 2010-2012
Source of data: BAS XII
3. Fishery Production
Compared with the 2009 volume, fish catch in the region is on a declining trend. In 2011, commercial fish
catch dropped significantly by 25% due to the fishing ban on some fishing grounds, as well as the high cost
of crude oil. Tuna catch in the region on the average declined from 49,016.10 MT in 2009 to 48,843.16 MT
in 2012. The municipal marine fishery fish catch also declined on the average by 2.39%.for the past years.
The municipal inland fishery, however, posted a slight increase in fish catch. The increase is influenced by
the market demand of inland fishes and aquaculture species, the abundance of materials for establishment of
aqua pond and the increasing awareness of the growers in aqua innovation.
FIGURE 4.2 FISHERY PRODUCTION TREND, 2010-2012
Source of data: BAS XII
Aquaculture production in the region widely varies from freshwater to brackish water and composed of
different species like tilapia, milkfish, prawns and shrimps, catfish, mudfish and many more. The increase
in aquaculture production in 2011 is attributed to milkfish and white shrimp massive production due to
export demand.
(10.00)
(5.00)
0.00
5.00
10.00
15.00
20.00
2010 2011 2012
Carabao
Cattle
Hog
Goat
Chicken
Duck
(30.00)
(25.00)
(20.00)
(15.00)
(10.00)
(5.00)
0.00
5.00
Commercial Fisheries Marine Municipal Fisheries Inland Municipal Fisheries Aquaculture
2012
2011
2010
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Milkfish is produced in the region either in brackish water fishpond, marine cage or fresh water cage. The
average growth for the past three years is 1.2% from 2009 annual production of 7,442.12 MT to 7,680.06
MT in 2012. Sarangani is the main producer of milkfish accounting almost 99% of production; the
remaining 1% is contributed by Sultan Kudarat.
White shrimp production, particularly Vannamei, is potential in the region because it has a very promising
market. Culinary experts nowadays prefer to use Vannamei over prawns because it is economical and the
quality of the dish is still captured. In 2011, some commercial prawn growers in the region shifted to white
shrimp production because it is much cheaper to produce and the market price is promising.
II. Developmental Challenges
A. Low productivity and production in agriculture and fishery sector
1. Crops Productivity
The region being predominantly agriculture-based utilizes almost 80% of its land resources to palay, corn
and high value crops production. The region is the leading producer of palay and corn as well as the
exporter of various high value commercial crops from vegetables, fruits and industrial crops.
In spite of the vast agricultural areas devoted to farming, the region still lags behind other regions in
Mindanao in terms of palay productivity and ranks 3rd
in corn productivity after Northern Mindanao and the
ARMM. The average palay yield of the region from 2009-2012 is 3.60 metric tons per hectare and 2.71
metric tons per hectare for the corn. The average annual increase in the yield of palay and corn is very
minimal which ranged between 1% to 2% whereas other neighboring regions posted an annual average
increase in yield between 2% to 6%.
TABLE 4.7 PRODUCTIVITY CEREAL CROP PRODUCTION IN MINDANAO
AREA CORN (mt/ha) PALAY (mt/ha)
Northern Mindanao 3.20 4.05
Davao Region 1.31 4.26
SOCCSKSARGEN 2.71 3.60
Caraga 2.42 3.04
ARMM 2.74 2.85
Source of data: BAS XII
In terms of high value commercial crops (HVCC) productivity, the region leads in rubber and papaya,
ranks second in banana, pineapple and asparagus, ranks third in coconut and durian, and ranks fourth in oil
palm, lanzones, and mango as compared to other regions of Mindanao.
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TABLE 4.8 PRODUCTIVITY OF HVCC IN MINDANAO (mt/ha)
AREA REGION IX REGIONX REGION XI REGION XII CARAGA ARMM
Coconut 4.51 5.86 7.10 5.13 4.26 4.03
Rubber 2.56 1.90 2.44 4.67 2.07 1.43
Oil Palm 10.21 5.66 7.91 19.23 11.28
Coffee .95 .48 .83 1.11 .53 0.78
Banana 12.64 33.20 43.37 36.78 8.19 12.79
Pineapple 5.22 52.88 12.05 35.03 9.09 11.40
Durian .60 1.43 4.74 1.90 .91 5.98
Lanzones 1.54 1.17 .98 .35 .13 1.66
Mango 4.34 4.02 1.85 3.21 4.13 .85
Papaya 9.14 31.78 22.14 46.67 5.70 18.55
Asparagus 3.60 53.13 44.10 53.54 .99 56.15
Source of data: BAS XII
2. Livestock, Poultry and Fishery Production The region has a wide forage and grazing area to raise small and large ruminants. It also has enough
capacity to raise poultry animals and is endowed with aquatic resources to grow marine life.
In terms of fishery production the region ranks first in inland municipal production, ranks second in
commercial fishing, but ranks fifth in aquaculture and sixth in municipal marine production from 2009 to
2012 as compared with other regions in Mindanao.
TABLE 4.9 PRODUCTION LEVEL IN FISHERY SECTOR IN MINDANAO (IN METRIC TONS)
Area Commercial
Fishing Inland
Municipal Marine
Municipal Aquaculture
Western Mindanao 280,201.56 1,003.67 127,832.07 267,783.72
Northern Mindanao 41,401.78 3,936.23 38,796.88 72,404.16
Davao Region 13,263.34 190.67 24,760.20 28,584.68
SOCCSKSARGEN 206,671.34 25,703.32 21,737.42 25,178.14
Caraga 6,290.50 4,444.04 63,093.18 24,863.60
ARMM 95,701.15 22,713.26 87,902.78 680,307.57
Source of data: BAS XII
TABLE 4.10 PRODUCTION LEVEL IN LIVESTOCK AND POULTRY SECTOR IN MINDANAO (‘000MT/Liveweight)
AREA CARABAO CATTLE HOG GOAT CHICKEN DUCK
Western Mindanao 7.4 13.7 89.2 3.8 26.3 .37
Northern Mindanao 8.2 35.3 144.7 6.6 125.6 1.5
Davao Region 12.5 11.5 131.4 6.7 62.5 1.4
SOCCSKSARGEN 12.6 18.8 118.4 6.4 38.7 3.7
Caraga 8.9 12.6 12.7 5.4 11.0 .20
ARMM ND* ND* ND* ND* 6.2 1.1
*ND-DATA NOT AVAILABLE
Source of data: BAS XII
On livestock and poultry production, the region ranks first in carabao and duck production, ranks second in
cattle production, and ranks third in both goat and chicken production if compared it to other regions of
Mindanao.
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The low levels in production and productivity in the agriculture and fishery sector is mainly attributed to the
following:
1. Inefficient support facilities, such as irrigation, farm-to-market roads and unutilized pre- and
post- harvest facilities.
Suitable land, sufficient water, good quality seeds, and farmers’ management capacity are the top most
required resources to have a better yield. These resources are abundantly available in the region, but
unfortunately, they often suffer from the inefficiency in irrigation services due to dilapidated irrigation
facilities that are under constant rehabilitation. Water is sufficient but is not efficiently available for
irrigation. Farmers are unable to utilize the available pre- and post-harvest facilities because they are
inaccessible and inadequate for the entire farming populace. The inefficiency in the utilization of post-
harvest facilities and cold storage areas contributes to the increasing postharvest losses experienced
farmers and fisherfolks. This inefficiency often result to higher postharvest losses, lower product
quality, lower recovery and productivity, which in turn affects product price that is lower. The 2012
postharvest loss for rice in the region was recorded at 14% and 9% for the corn. Aggravating the
burden of farmers is the high cost of transportation and logistics due to unpaved and dilapidated farm-
to-market roads amounting to more than 10% of the marketable value of the agricultural goods
produced by the farmers. .
2. Weak promotion and implementation of integrated diversified farming system for expansion of
production areas for priority industry clusters.
Farmers in the region usually practice monocropping which could trigger faster depletion of the soil
nutrients. With the region’s goal of attaining food sufficiency by 2016, DA XII promoted various
farming systems (fish rice farming system, crop livestock farming system, rice based farming system,
agro-ecological farming system, coconut based farming system) that are suitable for every type of
farmer to increase their incomes and to ensure the optimum utilization and cultivation of their farms.
But due to the weak promotion and application, farmers and fisherfolks are not adopting it.
3. Limited financial capacity of farmers and fisherfolks.
Due to the inaccessibility and the stringent requirements of financial facilities, farmers and fisherfolks
resort to borrowing working capital from high interest financiers. Farmers hesitate to access loans
from regulated microfinance institutions (MFI) and government financing institutions (GFIs) with
much lower interest rates due to the documentary requirements during application and the difficulty of
complying with other requirements.
Each cropping period is a dilemma for farmers and fisherfolks due to lack of working capital to procure
costly inputs that are being controlled by middlemen. With no funds to acquire production inputs, the
quality and volume of production and productivity is greatly affected.
4. Unregulated and arbitrary conversion of productive agricultural lands to non-agricultural uses.
The arbitrary conversion of agricultural lands could threaten food security in the region. As the
agricultural land valuation increases and the production and supply chain inefficient farmers often sell
their lands that are converted to non-agricultural uses. It is evident in the region that vast tracks of rice
farmlands are now converted into subdivisions or are used to put up commercial complexes and
industrial plants.
Exacerbating the concern on land conversion is the weakness of the country’s land policy in the failure
to clearly identify society's preferences regarding land use due to the absence or non-updated
comprehensive land use plan. The transcending importance of efficient land use to society is well
understood but the political economy of establishing social preferences regarding land use is
problematic. Significant problems arise in the appropriate use and allocation of land emanating from
the continued conversion of agricultural lands to non-agricultural uses. Thus, without a clear and
consistent land use policy, the government finds itself in a policy bind, sometimes supporting sectors
that would favor agricultural use over urban use, and on other occasions favoring those sectors that
demand land for housing, business and other non-agricultural uses.
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5. Low levels of adoption of technology and good agricultural practices (GAP).
Good agricultural practices (GAP) is a recognized tool for reducing the risks associated with the use of
pesticides taking into account public and occupational health, environmental and safety considerations.
In agriculture, GAP is composed of various natural farming technology systems from land preparation,
crops, livestock, poultry and fishery culture management to postharvest and marketing practices.
Despite the availability of science and technology packages and the capability programs provided to
the farmers, the region is suffering from the low adoption of technologies and good agricultural
practices (GAP) which is attributed to lack of linkage between technology producers, agriculture
extension workers and farmers. Farmers could not also afford the package price of the said technology.
Lastly, farmers lack the information on the advantages of using the technology if infused to their
traditional farming practices.
6. Poor adaptive capacity of agriculture and fishery sector to climate variability.
The agriculture and fishery sector is most vulnerable to climate variability. The El Niño phenomenon
in 2010 badly hit the region causing a decline in the 2010 production of the agriculture and fishery
sector. After the El Niño, rain induced floods affected low lying areas in the region which partially
stunted the growth of the agriculture and fishery sector. The absence of coping mechanisms and
inability of producers to adapt to climate change contributed to production decline.
III. Development Goal and Strategic Outcomes
A. Increase productivity and production in agriculture and fishery sector
towards the attainment of food security
To achieve food security, productivity and production levels in the agriculture and fishery sector need to be
increased. The plan envisions achieving a competitive and sustainable growth in agriculture and fishery
sector by addressing the developmental challenges through the implementation of the following strategies:
a. Enhance production and productivity
1. Improving and rehabilitating irrigation support facilities, farm-to-market roads and increased
utilization of pre-postharvest facilities.
Irrigation facilities must be improved, expanded and rehabilitated since they contribute about 25% in
the increase of production of palay. Out of the 293,610 hectares of potential irrigable land, the region
has already irrigated 116,980.51 hectares of the irrigable land attaining a 39.84% irrigation
development. There is a need to improve the utilization and management of the postharvest facilities to
make it available to all farmers and fisherfolks. Access and utilization of these facilities by the farmers
must be increased because these facilities/machineries could contribute 5% to 10% increase in
production and the quality of the farm products. The region considers as one of its Kilos Abante
projects the rehabilitation and improvement of the farm to market roads that would enhance the
connectivity of our farmers to the market.
2. Strengthening the implementation and increasing the level of adoption of integrated diversified
farming system (IDFS) for expansion of production areas for priority industry clusters.
To improve the income sources of farmers and fisherfolks given limited land resources DA XII
recommends the adoption of integrated diversified farming system (IDFS). The department showcased
a number of IDFS packages that could suit the needs and capacity of farmers and fisherfolks. To
further strengthen the adoption and implementation of the IDFS the department provides support and
recognition to farmer/fisherfolk cooperators showcasing an excellent farming system.
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3. Providing financial support to farmers and fisherfolks with fewer requirements.
Farmers and fisherfolks need access to formal microfinance institutions (MFI) and government
financial institutions that have lower interest rates and lesser documentary requirements needed. There
is also a need to strengthen the farmers and fisherfolks cooperatives that could encourage and
capacitate their members to obtain loans from MFI or GFI. The government will also provide support
to regulate the high cost of production inputs, improve the techno-demo and breeding centers for
livestock and fishery, and rehabilitate the grazing/forage areas.
4. Strict implementation on the non-conversion of irrigated and CARP areas to non-agriculture and
other uses.
Development policies concerning land use will be reviewed to have clear and defined directives for the
urban and rural planners. Planners and implementers should revisit Administrative Order (AO) No. 20
an interim guideline to land use conversion directing all agencies and the local government units to
classify all agricultural lands and shall not be subject to and are non-negotiable for conversion. The AO
states that: (a) All irrigated lands where water is available to support rice and other crop production,
and all irrigated lands where water is not available for rice and other crop production but are within
areas programmed for irrigation facility rehabilitation by the Department of Agriculture (DA) and
National Irrigation Administration (NIA); and (b) All irrigable lands already covered by irrigation
projects with firm funding commitment at the time of the application for land use conversion. The
above AO must be strictly implemented so as not to lessen the region’s production area for palay.
Aside from the policy review the government will provide the timely release of adequate funds for the
conduct of survey and titling of Ancestral Domain lands and for other development projects for the
indigenous peoples (IPs) and other vulnerable sectors. The government will also strengthen the multi-
stakeholder partnership and collaboration for the development of self-determination among IPs, and
must enhance the partnership of the government and private sector investment in agro-forestry, eco-
tourism, renewable energy and sustainable agricultural production.
5. Increasing the level of adoption of agricultural technologies and Good Agricultural Practices
(GAP).
The agricultural extension worker (AEW) plays a vital role as they contribute about 15% in increasing
the production and productivity of farmers and fisherfolks. Agriculture extension workers provide the
link between technology and farmers/fisherfolks. DA XII provides support to these AEWs to promote
and enhance the productive capacity of the farmers and fisherfolks through implementation and
adoption of appropriate and profitable technologies supported with comprehensive capability building
and technical assistance. AEWs are also tasked to intensify the advocacy on policies, LGU extension
services, management and preservation of key production areas for improved utilization of agriculture
and fishery resources.
Organic farming practices must also be implemented strictly for adoption as stipulated in RA 10068 or
the Organic Agriculture Act of 2010.
6. Improving resiliency and adaptive capacity of agriculture and fishery sector to climate
variability.
To improve resiliency and adaptive capacity of the sector to climate change and to reduce the
underlying risks to food security the region is adopting appropriate technologies to mitigate potential
negative impacts of climate change to agriculture, fishery and forestry production. The region started
mainstreaming DRR/CCA concepts and tools in almost all of its planning activities. As a response
measure, DA XII started undertaking trial demonstration in the farmers’ field various drought,
submerge tolerant, and high yielding varieties of palay, corn and HVCC.
RA 10121 provides for the strengthening of the country’s disaster risk reduction and management
system. The law directs to adopt a disaster risk reduction and management approach that is holistic,
comprehensive, integrated, and proactive in lessening the socioeconomic and environmental impacts of
disasters including climate change, and promote the involvement and participation of all sectors and all
stakeholders concerned, at all levels, especially the local community.
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IV. Plan Targets
With the responsible and sustainable development of agriculture and fishery resources, the region is
expected to enhance the competitiveness of agriculture and fishery sector. Given appropriate support,
irrigated areas will be expanded and production areas will be linked to markets with more farm-to-market
roads. With basic facilities in place and extension support provided the production, productivity and
profitability of cereal crops, high valued crops, poultry, livestock and fishery will be expected to increase.
The National Irrigation Administration (NIA) XII shall support higher irrigated palay production by
developing additional 22,850 hectares of its service area in the region from its existing 100,337 hectares
service area as of 2012.
TABLE 4.11 EXISTING IRRIGATED AREAS AND TARGETS (IN HECTARES), 2013-2016
Area Irrigated
Areas As of 2012
Irrigable Areas
Target Area To Be Irrigated
2013 2014 2015 2016
Cotabato Province 40,250 65,678 42,479 44,117 45,185 46,528
Sarangani 7,759 11,308 9,655 11,113 13,521
South Cotabato 23,332 34,622 24,098 24.895 25,628 26,831
Sultan Kudarat 28,996 61,802 30,145 31,322 32,615 33,756
Source of data: NIA XII
The Department of Agriculture (DA) XII under its Rice program shall aim to increase the production at an
average of 4 tons per hectare for the irrigated and 3.5 tons per hectare for the rainfed areas. The target
increase per hectare means additional 542,075 metric tons of palay or equivalent to 43% of increase in total
production.
TABLE 4.12 CEREAL CROPS EXISTING PRODUCTION LEVEL AND TARGETS (IN MT), 2013-2016
Cereal Crops Existing
Production (2012)
Target Crop Production
2013 2014 2015 2016
Palay
Irrigated 1,028,961 1,195,102.37 1,279,781.85 1,370,902.32 1,468,510.56
Cotabato 375,602 467,713.16 500,602.53 536,245.43 574,898.64
Sarangani 33,616 47,337.24 50,707.65 54,318.04 58,185.48
South Cotabato
265,021 315,160.22 337,599.63 361,636.73 387,074.72
Sultan Kudarat
354,722 364,891.74 390,872.03 418,702.12 448,351.71
Rainfed 241,940 280,332.65 300,195.74 321,569.68 344,465.44
Cotabato 118,450 109710.49 117,425.29 125,785.97 134,852.77
Sarangani 13,541 11,103.80 11,894.39 12,741.27 13,648.45
South Cotabato
44,920 73,926.47 79,190.04 84,828.37 90,795.31
Sultan Kudarat
65,029 85,591.89 91,686.03 98,214.08 105,168.92
Total 1,270,901 1,475,435.02 1,579,977.59 1,692,471.99 1,812,976.00
Source of data: DA XII
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DA XII shall also expand an additional 11% or 72,893 hectares for the production for both rainfed and
irrigated palay. The expansion in irrigated palay production is also supported by the NIA XII initiatives in
expanding their target service areas.
TABLE 4.13 CEREAL CROPS EXISTING AREA HARVESTED AND TARGETS (IN HECTARES), 2013-2016
Cereal Crops
Existing Areas (2012)
Target Crop Production
2013 2014 2015 2016
Palay
Irrigated 263,387 277,635.73 288,651.15 300,197.20 312,302.44
Cotabato 131,110 105,293.19 109,414.91 113,791.50 118,440.52
Sarangani 9,733 12,091.34 12,574.99 13,077.99 13,601.11
South Cotabato
68,473 71,300.95 74,152.99 77,119.11 80,203.87
Sultan Kudarat
95,033 88,950.26 92,508.27 96,208.60 100,056.94
Rainfed 82,598 87,674.44 91,153.00 94,799.11 98,621.82
Cotabato 40,962 33,250.48 34,552.08 35,934.16 37,402.27
Sarangani 4,881 3,818.32 3,971.05 4,129.89 4,295.09
South Cotabato
15,659 22,516.09 23,416.73 24,353.40 25,327.54
Sultan Kudarat
21,096 28,089.55 29,213.14 30,381.66 31,596.93
Source of data: DA XII
For corn production, DA XII targets to increase the production in 2016 by 205,753 MT or about 17% of its
total production in 2012. The yellow corn production is almost 60% of the total corn production in the
region and it is expected to deliver an additional 124,178 MT by 2016.
TABLE 4.14 CEREAL CROPS EXISTING PRODUCTION LEVEL AND TARGETS
(IN MT), 2013-2016
Cereal Crops
Existing Production
(2012)
Target Crop Production
2013 2014 2015 2016
Corn
White 241,059.00 293,709.00 304,870.00 319,124.00 322,634.00
Cotabato 68,558.00 83,872.00 87,059.00 90,760.00 91,758.00
Sarangani 73,487.00 90,501.00 93,940.00 97,285.00 98,355.00
South Cotabato
53,732.00 65,600.00 68,093.00 71,133.00 71,915.00
Sultan Kudarat
45,282.00 53,736.00 55,778.00 59,946.00 60,606.00
Yellow 960,272.00 1,048,023.00 1,063,744.00 1,072,651.00 1,084,450.00
Cotabato 316,920.00 346,748.00 351,949.00 354,008.00 357,903.00
Sarangani 71,992.00 90,501.00 79,364.00 80,417.00 81,302.00
South Cotabato
382,249.00 417,090.00 423,346.00 426,983.00 431,680.00
Sultan Kudarat
189,111.00 205,995.00 209,085.00 211,242.00 213,566.00
Total 1,201,331.00 1,341,732.00 1,368,614.00 1,391,775.00 1,407,084.00
Source of data: DA XII
The target area for corn production is expected to increase by 4% or about 18,204 hectares by 2016. Of the
total target area expansion 69% will be utilized for yellow corn production since it has a greater market
demand as compared to white corn.
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TABLE 4.15 CEREAL CROPS EXISTING AREA HARVESTED AND
TARGETS (IN HECTARES), 2013-2016
Cereal Crops Existing Areas
(2012) Target Crop Production
2013 2014 2015 2016
Corn
White 130,601 133,213 135,078 135,483 136,296
Cotabato 31,017 31,637 32,080 32,177 32,370
Sarangani 45,024 45,924 46,567 46,707 46,987
South Cotabato 30,270 30,875 31,308 31,402 31,590
Sultan Kudarat 24,290 24,776 25,123 25,198 25,349
Yellow 298,718 305,290 309,564 312,040 314,225
Cotabato 98,891 101,067 102,482 103,301 104,024
Sarangani 25,859 26,428 26,218 27,012 27,201
South Cotabato 113,930 116,436 118,067 119,011 119,844
Sultan Kudarat 60,038 61,359 62,218 62,716 63,155
Source of data: DA XII
The region consistently leads in the production of high valued crops and to sustain its production it has the
following targets. The target production and area expansion increase for the next four years ranges from
12% to 13%.
TABLE 4.16 EXISTING CROP PRODUCTION LEVEL AND TARGETS FOR HVCC, 2013-2016
Commodity Existing
Production Level (2012)
Target Area To Be Developed For Expansion (In Hectares) and Target Production (In Metric Tons)
2013 2014 2015 2016
Coffee
Area 25,223.00 25,979.00 26,758.00 27,560.00 28,386.00
Production 27,868.53 29,616.00 31,307.00 33,348.00 35,483.00
Banana
Area 29,952.00 30,851.00 31,777.00 32,730.00 33,772.00
Production 1,155,347.63 1,225,710.00 1,300,315.00 1,379,570.00 1,469,420.00
Mango
Area 16,815.00 17,319.00 17,839.00 18,374.00 18,925.00
Production 53,404.63.00 56,806.00 60,296.00 63,942.00 67,752.00
Rubber
Area 36,713.00 37,814.00 38,948.00 40,116.00 41,319.00
Production 169,745.00 179,995.00 190,845.00 202,586.00 214,859.0
Oil Palm
Area 16,257.75 16,745.00 17,247.00 17,764.00 18,297.00
Production 131,113.96 134,965.00 139,011.00 143,178.00 147,474.00
Coconut
Area 176,752.00 182,054.00 187,516.00 193,141.00 198,935.00
Production 985,175.40 1,014,041.00 1,044,464.00 1,075,795.00 1,108,068.00
Pineapple
Area 23,485.00 24,190.00 24,916.00 25,663.00 26,433.00
Production 800,055.05 823,911.00 848,639.00 874,082.00 900,308.00
Source of data: DA XII
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TABLE 4.16 EXISTING CROP PRODUCTION LEVEL AND TARGETS FOR HVCC, 2013-2016 (CONT’D)
COMMODITY EXISTING
PRODUCTION LEVEL (2012)
TARGET AREA TO BE DEVELOPED FOR EXPANSION (IN HECTARES) AND TARGET PRODUCTION (IN METRIC TONS)
2013 2014 2015 2016
Asparagus
Area 360.00 371.00 382.00 393.00 405.00
Production 4,097.72 4,348.00 4,611.00 5,671.00 6,018.00
Sugarcane
Area 15,238.30 15,695.00 16,166.00 16,651.00 17,151.00
Production 902,177.73 929,144.00 957,027.00 985,739.00 1,015,339.00
Durian
Area 1,930.00 1,988.00 2,048.00 2,109.00 2,172.00
Production 3,949.89 4,195.00 4,444.00 4,724.00 5,017.00
Lanzones
Area 1,297.50 1,336.00 1,376.00 1,417.00 1,460.00
Production 352.98 374.08 399.04 425.10 438.00
Rambutan
Area 1,296.20 1,335.00 1,375.00 1,416.00 1,458.00
Production 1,502.88 1,589.00 1,691.00 1,798.00 1,910.00
Papaya
Area 1,396.00 1,438.00 1,481.00 1,525.00 1,571.00
Production 67.864.74 72,001.00 76,375.00 81,008.00 85,949.00
Source of data: DA XII
The following are the targets for the livestock and poultry production in the region. The Plan aims to
increase the production by 10% to 30% in the next four (4) years.
TABLE 4.17 LIVESTOCK & POULTRY PRODUCTION LEVELS AND TARGETS (MT OF LIVE WT.), 2013-2016
LIVESTOCK / POULTRY
EXISTING PRODUCTION LEVEL (2012)
TARGET PRODUCTION
2013 2014 2015 2016
Hog 118,056 131,125 135,059 139,111 143,284
Chicken 43,003 36,529 37,625 38,754 39,917
Cattle 18,578 19,259 19,387 20,432 21,045
Carabao 12,308 13,636 14,045 14,466 14,900
Goat 6,327 7,774 7,929 8,088 8,250
Duck 3,756 4,274 4,359 4,446 4,535
Source of data: DA XII
The Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR XII) has identified several interventions and set the
following targets to sustain growth in the fishery industry and the consumer demand for aquatic products in
the region.
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TABLE 4.18 FISHERY PRODUCTION LEVELS AND TARGETS (IN MT),
2013-2016
FISHERY EXISTING
PRODUCTION LEVEL (2012)
TARGET PRODUCTION
2013 2014 2015 2016
Commercial Fisheries
209,898.51 274,906 294,149 314,740 336,772
Sarangani 716.46 528 565 605 647
South Cotabato* 204,721.36 268,247 287,763 307,907 329,461
Sultan Kudarat 4,460.69 6,131 5,821 6,228 6,664
Inland Municipal Fisheries
26,185.11 31,999 34,188 36,534 37,275
Cotabato 14,769.22 17,781 18,997 20,301 20,713
South Cotabato* 265.77 318 340 363 373
Sultan Kudarat 11,150.12 13,900 14,851 15,870 16,819
Marine Municipal Fisheries
21,014.36 24,910 24,998 25,108 26,740
Cotabato
Sarangani 13,276.88 16,315 16,373 16,386 17,514
South Cotabato 1,582.70 1,581 1,587 1,588 1,697
Sultan Kudarat 6,154.78 7,014 7,038 7,044 7,525
Aquaculture 24,778.66 37,277 41,005 45,106 49,616
Cotabato 526.52 627 690 759 835
Sarangani 10,396.19 13,687 15,056 16,562 18,218
South Cotabato 3,537.94 4,362 4,798 5,268 5,795
Sultan Kudarat 10,318.02 18,601 20,461 22,517 24,768
Source of data: BFAR XII
*including General Santos City
TABLE 4.19 LAND AND LAND RIGHTS TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS 2013 2014 2015 2016
Land Tenure Improvement
1. Land Distribution No. of hectares of land distributed under CARP
40,112
132,542
2. Land Survey Approved No. of new lands surveyed and approved No. of collective lands surveyed and approved
41,898
19,025
3. Certificate of Land Ownership Award (CLOA) No. of hectares
24,700
16,467
8,234
4. No. of hectares for leasehold 1,000 1,700 1,700
Agrarian Justice Delivery
1. Adjudication of Cases (No. of cases resolved)
796
1,650
2,475
2. Agrarian- related cases resolved 4,537 4,777 5,007
Agrarian Reform Communities (ARCs)
1. No. of ARCs established/developed
1
2. No. of ARB organizations assisted 239 242 245
3. No. of ARBs provided with micro-finance services 2,460 1,940 1,970
No. of Certificates of Ancestral Domain Titles issued
No. of Certificates of Ancestral Land Titles issued
Sources of data: NCIP XII and DAR XII
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CHAPTER 5
ACCELERATING INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT
A well-developed and well-maintained infrastructure facility is key to enhancing the production of goods
and services, entry of investments and trade, ease of mobility of people, and regional integration. By
facilitating linkage and access, infrastructure facilities can promote the sharing of benefits, income
generation, and can spur development in lagging areas.
I. Assessment
A. Integrated and effective transport system
1. Land transportation
The region recognizes the importance of improving the transportation sector to support its rapid and
inclusive economic growth. Prudent strategies were pursued and strategic projects were implemented to
accelerate the development of the sector’s safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable infrastructure
facilities to ensure the efficient transport of people and products. Adhering to the policy of full transparency
and accountability to its people, the region engaged the general public to participate in the governance,
monitoring and feedback in the implementation of infrastructure projects.
a. Roads and bridges
The implementation of strategic road projects has enhanced the accessibility to production areas, major
tourism destinations and basic service facilities like schools, hospitals, and attracted investments to the
region.
For the period 2011 to 2012, 50.519 kilometers of road were rehabilitated and improved, 16.05 kilometers
were widened, and 60.036 kilometers were concreted allowing the region to increase its road density from
0.07763 kilometers/square kilometers to 0.07811 kilometers /square kilometers and a road pavement ratio
of 72.38%.
Various bridge projects spanning a total of 225.622 lineal meters were constructed/widened/ completed
while 104.73 lineal meters of damaged bridges were rehabilitated/replaced. The region has also
implemented 22.96 kilometers of Foreign Assisted Projects (FAPs) and 11 projects under Various Infra
Including Local Projects (VIILPs).
A number of major road projects were implemented in 2012. Most of these projects were funded out of the
DPWH Regular Infrastructure. Only the Kidapawan-Ilomavis Tourist Road was funded from the various
infrastructure investment local projects (VIILP).
However, not all road and bridge projects funded in CY 2012 were undertaken or fully completed during
the year. While DPWH have completed all preparatory project activities, such as conduct of bidding,
preparation of program of works, and detailed engineering, fund releases for some projects were delayed.
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b. Motor vehicle registration
The government through the Land Transportation Office (LTO) XII continued to perform its duty in
optimizing the land transportation service and facilities and effectively implementing the various
transportation laws, rules and regulations in the region. In 2012, motor vehicles registered recorded a total
of 279,641 or an increase of 8.72% compared to 257,217 in 2011. A total of 491,103 registration cases were
also handled compared to only 441,056 in the previous year. A total of 164,701 licenses and permits were
issued in 2012 compared to 163,254 in 2011.
There was a 21.87% decrease in the apprehension cases handled in 2012. On law enforcement, it registered
PhP7,572,128.88 in 2012 lower than the 2011 at PhP9,801,625.75. The revenue collection in 2012 reached
PhP499,360,891.93 or 9.59% higher than PhP455,671,717.92 in 2011.
TABLE 5.1 ROADS AND BRIDGES, 2010-2012
INDICATORS/UNITS BASE YEAR 2010
2011 2012
TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL
Rehabilitation/ Improvement (km)
37.47 22.84 17.369 43.65 33.15
Concrete/ Widening (km) 0.45 19.81 5.51 15.02 10.54
Bridge Construction/ Widening/ Completion (lm)
No data 150.64 97.256 141.97 128.37
Rehabilitation/replacement of damaged national arterial/secondary bridges (lm)
No data As necessary
1.8 As necessary
104.73
Construction/ Improvement (km)
No data 15.93 1 0.8 0.8
Concreting (km) 30.37 28.465 19.796 56.29 40.24
Replacement of damaged portland cement concrete pavement (PCCP) (km)
As necessary
4
Foreign assisted projects (FAPs) in km
53.24 22.96 3 projects
Road pavement ratio to increase from 71.70% or 1,072.0629 km in July 2012 to 75% in 2016
95.71 90.48 72.38
Increased road density from 0.076 km/sq. Km in July 2012 to 0.080 in 2016
0.07763 0.07763 0.07811
Various Infra Including Local Projects (VIILP)
1 11 1
Source of data: DPWH XII
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TABLE 5.2 STATUS OF ROAD PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED, 2012
PROJECT TITLE
BRIEF
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
TOTAL
COST (PHP)
STATUS OF IMPLEMENTATION
1. Awang-Upi-Lebak-Kalamansig Palimbang-Sarangani Road Tambis-Sangay Section
Road Upgrading (Gravel to
Concrete) with net length of 2.32 kms.
Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat
121,169,570.24
On-going. 20.83 actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
2. Sebayor Bridge I along Awang-Upi-Lebak-Kalamansig- Palimbang Sarangani Road, Sta. Clara Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat
Construction of Concrete Bridge with net length of
6.84 kms
Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat
37,043,515.00
On-going. 13.21% actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
3. General Santos City Circumferential Road
Upgrading gravel to concrete with net
length of 6.84 kms
General Santos City
107,583,314.02 On-going. 36.26%
actual accomplishment
4. Sarangani Sultan Kudarat Coastal Road
Upgrading gravel to concrete with net length of 4.6375
kms
Sarangani / Sultan Kudarat
67,759,391.00
On-going. 63% actual
accomplishment
5. Makilala-Allah Valley Road
Rehabilitation/ Reconstruction/
Upgrading of damaged asphalt to
concrete with net length of 5.135 kms
Sultan Kudarat 73,255,584.68
On-going. 60.51% actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
6. Matalam-M’lang-Bagontapay Junction Road
Upgrading asphalt to concrete with net length of 3.38 kms
Cotabato Province
46,965,881.53
On-going. 51.83% actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
7. Bukidnon-Cotabato Road
Upgrading asphalt to concrete with net length of 3.38 kms
Cotabato Province
50,672,177.64
On-going. 43.02% actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
8. Surallah-Lake Sebu-Maitum Road
Upgrading gravel to concrete with net
length of 7.70 kms
Lake Sebu, South Cotabato
175,428,000.00
*Not yet started Contract papers on
process at the Central Procurement
Office
9. Makar-Kiamba Road Asphalt Overlay,
7.704 kms South Cotabato 74,297,398.76
On-going. 14% actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
10. Kidapawan-Ilomavis Tourist Road
Upgrading gravel to concrete with net length 2.90 kms
Kidapawan City 100,000,000.00
On-going. 6.90% actual
accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
Total 854,174,832.87
Source of data: DPWH XII
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FIGURE 5.1 TRANSPORTATION MAP OF THE SOCCSKSARGEN REGION
Source of data: DPWH XII, CAAP General Santos, CAAP Cotabato, PPA General Santos, PPA Cotabato
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2. Port development
Several activities were undertaken for the improvement of various ports in the region. The Port of General
Santos City is one of the leading modern ports in the country. It is considered as the gateway of people and
trade in the SOCCSKSARGEN region. Makar Wharf is an International Ship and Port Facility (ISPS) Code
Certified Port Facility and it takes pride of an ISO-compliant cargo handling operator (ISO 901 and ISO
14001).
The port’s operational capacity attained a 14 percent increase in container traffic in CY 2012. To sustain
this operational capacity, the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) General Santos City procured consultancy
services for an under deck and underwater survey of the superstructures of the Makar wharf which will also
serve as one of the bases for their repair and retrofitting and ultimately the expansion of the eastern,
western, and near the wharf’s portions. The survey was completed at a cost of PhP476,060.00. As a result,
the region was able to increase its cargo throughput from 2.84 million metric tons per annum in 2011 to
2.92 million metric tons in 2012 or an increase of 2.82%.
PPA General Santos City also pursued the improvement of the Makar Wharf passenger terminal located at
the transit shed no.1 in compliance to the directive of the Department of Transportation and Communication
(DOTC) to provide convenient, safe, and secure passenger terminal for all passengers and to specifically
focus on providing best sanitation facilities in all seaports and airports. The project includes repair of the
existing passenger terminal and the provision of passenger comfort rooms, a prayer room, and children’s
play area. The project is estimated to cost PhP9.433 million and funded under the PPA corporate funds and
was expected to be completed in January 2013. PPA General Santos City also endorsed the construction of
the wharf’s passenger terminal building to its Central Office for consideration under the Public-Private
Partnership (PPP) Program of the President.
In support to the Jose Abad Santos-Glan-Sarangani Cooperation Triangle (JAGS-CT), a bilateral agreement
between the municipality of Glan, Sarangani and Tahuna, Indonesia, the Glan district office of PPA
implemented the Glan Port improvement project, particularly the construction of a Roll on-Roll off (RoRo)
ramp, which was completed on August 30, 2012.
PPA-Cotabato did not implement any major infrastructure project in CY 2012 but undertook routine and
maintenance of the port of Cotabato City. The proposed reclamation and concrete paving of the port of
Kalamansig, Sultan Kudarat was not undertaken due to the changes in project implementation guidelines set
by DOTC where priority was given to ports affected by calamities. The implementation of the Timako Port
Development Project in the 4th
quarter of CY 2012 was postponed to CY 2015-2016 due to the non-
completion of the access road to the port.
TABLE 5.3 PORT DEVELOPMENT, 2010-2012
INDICATORS/UNITS
BASE YEAR
2011 2012
2010 TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL
Cargo throughput (in million metric tons per annum)
2.127
2.842
2.918
Number of passengers (in thousands)
98.057
121.000
56.000
Number of vessels (in thousands) 1.302
1.648
1.436
Passenger capacity in port terminal building (in number of sitting capacity)
958
958
958
Number of ports certified to have meet ISO standards on selected processes
1
Source of data: PPA General Santos, PPA Cotabato
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3. Airport development
The General Santos City International Airport, which is classified by the Civil Aviation Authority of the
Philippines (CAAP) as an alternate international airport, mainly serves the air transport requirements of the
city and nearby provinces of South Cotabato, Sultan Kudarat, and Sarangani. The construction of the
airport’s perimeter fence at a cost of P35.801 million was started in CY 2012 and was estimated 84 percent
complete as of October 2012.
A technical working group to conduct preparation for a study on the General Santos City Airport
Development Project was created in CY 2012. The project aims to develop the airport into an aeropolis, a
new type of urban development with aviation-intensive businesses and related enterprises. It is expected to
offer speedy connectivity to passengers.
Cotabato City is currently served by the Cotabato Airport located in Awang, Datu Odin Sinsuat,
Maguindanao Province in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). The people in Cotabato
Province either access the services of the airports of General Santos and Cotabato or the Davao
International Airport in Davao City. For 2011 to 2012, the Cotabato Airport’s annual domestic flight
increased by 23.35%, from 2,818 flights to 3,476 flights, increasing its annual domestic passenger traffic by
41.02%, from 191,780 passengers in 2011 to 270,445 passengers in 2012. Annual domestic cargo traffic
also increased by 23.64%, 1.516 million metric tons in 2011 to 1.874 million metric tons in 2012.
TABLE 5.4 AIRPORT DEVELOPMENT, 2010-2012
INDICATORS/UNITS
BASE YEAR
2011 2012
2010 TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL
Annual domestic passenger traffic (in thousand)
198.005 220.000 191.780 300.000 270.445
Annual domestic cargo traffic (in million kg)
1.417 1.600 1.516 2.000 1.874
Annual domestic flights (in thousand) 2.710 3.000 2.818 4.000 3.476
Source of data: CAAP Cotabato
B. Efficient water resource management
Ensuring sustainable supply of water resources is important for use in agriculture production, industry, and
access by households to clean and safe water. The construction of flood control and drainage facilities
provides a measure in mitigating vulnerability to disasters in flood-prone areas.
1. Irrigation
Increasing the areas covered with irrigation is important for agricultural productivity and rural development.
To support the region’s agricultural development, the National Irrigation Administration (NIA) XII
implemented in 2012 a total of 148 irrigation projects with a total cost of PhP2,132,988,783.00. A total of
145 projects or almost 98 percent were completed, costing PhP1,965,550,000.00. For the period 2011 to
2012, the region has irrigated a total of 5,726 hectares, restored 6,983 hectares, and rehabilitated 19,676
hectares of land.
Out of the 293,610 hectares of potential irrigable land, the region has already irrigated 116,980.51 hectares
of the irrigable land attaining a 39.84% irrigation development. The projects were undertaken either by
contract, memorandum agreement with the concerned local government unit or by administration. The
construction phase generated jobs equivalent to 30,378 man-days and 15,211 farmers benefitted from these
projects.
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TABLE 5.5 IRRIGATION FACILITIES, 2012
INDICATORS/UNITS 2012 (IN HECTARES)
TARGET ACTUAL
Total Potential Irrigable Area (ha) 293,610.00 293,610.00
Total Irrigated Area (ha) 116,936.51 116,980.51
Ratio of Irrigated Farmlands to Total Area Irrigable Farmlands (%)
39.82 39.84
Source of data: NIA XII
TABLE 5.6 MAJOR PROGRAMS/ PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED, 2012
MAJOR PROGRAMS/ PROJECTS
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
LOCATION TOTAL COST
(PhP ‘000)
SOURCE OF
FUNDS
STATUS OF IMPLEMENTATION
COMPLETED ONGOING
1. Small Irrigation Project
New Project (Communal)
Regionwide
819,099.54
GAA Fund 37 projects
3 Projects – Sarangani
Area (90% accomplished)
2. Pump Irrigation Project
Pump irrigation
Regionwide
12,734.00
GAA Fund
18 projects
3. NIS/CIS Extension Project
NIS/CIS Extension Proj.
Regionwide
243,135.00
GAA Fund 28 projects
4. Repair/ Rehab of Irrigation System
Repair, Rehab, Restoration
Regionwide
460,848.46
GAA Fund
58 projects
5. Line Project
Total repair of project
Regionwide 429,733.00 GAA Fund 4 projects
TOTAL: 1,965,550.00
Source of data: NIA XII
2. Water supply
To promote the development of water supply systems, Cotabato City and the provinces of Sultan Kudarat,
South Cotabato and Sarangani, implemented a total of 151 Level I water supply projects benefiting 632
households, 18 Level II projects with 9,294 households, and 13 Level III projects with 937 households.
The foregoing showed that 90.97% of the total households have access to safe water supply as of CY 2012.
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TABLE 5.7 WATER SUPPLY PROJECTS, 2010-2012
INDICATORS/UNITS BASE YEAR 2011 2012
2010 TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL
Level I - projects 4 - 81 - 70
- beneficiaries (HH) 23 405 302 350 330
Level II - projects 3 5 5 16 13
- beneficiaries (HH) 475 511 3,091 4,552 6,203
Level III - projects 12 6 6 7 7
- beneficiaries (HH) 726 876 178 1,871 759
Source of data: LGUs of Sultan Kudarat, South Cotabato, Sarangani, Cotabato City
3. Flood control
Several low-lying areas and those along major rivers in the region remain vulnerable to flooding. To
address the problem on flooding in the region, the DPWH implemented some mitigating measures, such as
the dredging of the Rio Grande de Mindanao in Cotabato City and Simuay River in Sultan Kudarat,
Maguindanao Province which also affects Cotabato City area. Construction of river bank protection along
Ala River in Lambayong, Sultan Kudarat was programmed for bidding in 2012.
For the period 2011 – 2012, among the flood control projects implemented are the dredging of Simuay
River Phase V in the provinces of Sultan Kudarat in Region XII and Maguindanao in the ARMM with
62.24% accomplishment. Another is dredging the Rio Grande de Mindanao Phase V in Cotabato City with
an accomplishment of 16.66% .Three (3) flood control drainage projects were implemented in 2012 which
are carried-over projects from the previous year.
TABLE 5.8 FLOOD CONTROL PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED, 2012
PROJECT TITLE
BRIEF
DESCRIPTION
LOCATION
TOTAL COST
(PHP)
STATUS OF IMPLEMENTATION
1. Simuay River, Phase V. Brgy Senditan, Macaguiling, Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao Province
Dredging Municipality of
Sultan Kudarat, Maguindanao Province
59,574,418.75 On-going. 62.24% actual accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
2. Rio Grande de Mindanao River Cotabato City, Phase V
Dredging of 2.718 kms
Cotabato City 88,480,264.84 On-going. 16.66% actual accomplishment as of Jan 31, 2013
3. Ala River Basin, Phase V
Construction-River Bank protection, 1.500 kms
Municipality of Lambayong, Province of Sultan Kudarat
100,000.00 *Not yet started (for bidding)
Total 148,154,683.59
Source of data: DPWH XII
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FIGURE 5.2 MAP OF FLOOD-PRONE AREAS OF REGION XII
Source of data: MGB XII
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C. Adequate and reliable energy supply
Energy is an important factor for attracting investments and doing business but the insufficient generating
capacity for the future demand of the region and the constant increase in demand for energy by the growing
industries discourage investors from putting their money in the region. This supply deficiency often result
to power outages which impact on the operation of various establishments. Power generation in Mindanao
is mainly sourced from the Agus Hydro Complex and Pulangi Hydro Plant, which are transmitted to the
load centers in southeast (Davao) provinces and southwest (SOCCSKSARGEN) Mindanao through 138-kV
and 69-kV transmission lines.
With the target of increasing self-sufficiency level, renewable energy (RE) projects were awarded to the
region in 2012. These are the Mt. Zion Geothermal Power Project which will serve Cotabato Province and
Davao del Sur in Region XI, four (4) hydroelectric projects in Sultan Kudarat and Sarangani, and the
Kalamansig solar power project in Sultan Kudarat. In addition to RE projects, the 2 X 100 MW Southern
Mindanao Coal Fired Power Station in Maasim, Sarangani was issued a Notice to Proceed.
The region, with its increasing demand for energy, implemented energization programs like Sitio
Electrification Program and Barangay Line Enhancement Program. It has also increased its total
transformer capacity to 361 MVA in 2012 from only 331 MVA in 2010. As of CY 2012, the region was
able to energize 64.42% of its total potential sitios and 56.6% of its total potential households.
While almost all barangays in the region are covered by the rural electrification program, still at the
household level a number of these have yet no access to electricity. In 2012, electrification has reached
446,433 households or 56.6 percent of the total households in the region. This is an improvement of 2.9
percentage point over the previous year’s coverage of 53.7 percent. This is also 23,649 households or 5.6
percent higher than the number of households energized in CY 2011. In terms of energized household
distribution by electric cooperative/company, Cotabato Electric Cooperative (COTELCO) which mainly
serves the Cotabato Province area had the highest number of energized households at 150,395 for a
household energization rate of 62.22 percent. This reflects a share of 33.7 percent of total number of
households energized in the region. It is followed by South Cotabato Electric Cooperative (SOCOTECO) II,
which covers General Santos City and Polomolok and Tupi, South Cotabato, with 141,619 households
served for a household energization rate of 56.42 percent. SOCOTECO I, who serves the rest of South
Cotabato, was next with 90,383 energized households for a household energization rate of 66.95 percent,
the highest in the region. Sultan Kudarat Electric Cooperative (SUKELCO) had the least number of
energized households with 66,036 for a household energization rate of 39.8 percent.
COTELCO also led the region in terms of sitio electrification with 2,554 sitios energized or 67.37 percent
of all sitios under its jurisdiction. COTELCO also turned in the highest growth rate in sitio electrification
over the period CY 2011-2012 at 86.69 percent. SOCOTECO I had the least number of sitios energized
with 1,139 sitios but it had the highest sitio energization rate at 73.53 percent. SUKELCO had the lowest
sitio energization rate at 52.21 percent.
TABLE 5.9 ENERGY SUPPLY, 2010-2012
INDICATORS/UNITS 2010
(BASE YEAR) 2011 2012
Increased barangay electrification from 90.54% in 2008 to 100% in 2016
90.54 (2008) 100 100
No. of barangays electrified by DOE *** 1,124 (94.14%) 1,194 (100%) 1,194 (100%)
No. of sitios electrified by ECs * 3,580 (36.42%) 4,656 (47.37%) 6,475 (64.42%)
No. of households electrified by ECs ** 407,966 (51.82%)
422,784 (53.7%)
446,433 (56.6%)
Total Transformer Capacity, MVA 331.00 346.00 361.00
Maximum Demand, MW 228.22 231.12 221.07
Ratio of Maximum Demand to Transformer Capacity & Assuming 90% System Power Factor, %
76.61 74.22 68.04
Source of data: DOE XII
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D. Effective communications and information management system
With the advancement in information and communications technology, existing telecommunication
companies continue to provide cell sites in areas with poor or no Cellular Mobile Telephone System
(CMTS) coverage and areas that have no broadband connections. For the period 2010 to 2012, the number
of cell sites increased from 328 cell sites in 2010 to 339 cell sites in 2012. Around six (6) Internet Service
Providers (ISPs) offer broadband connections to the region.
No data were provided for the following indicators: number of barangays with CMTS coverage; number
of barangays with fixed telephone line coverage; number of barangays with broadband connection; number
of public high schools with broadband connection; average broadband speed both upload and download;
and number of broadband subscriptions.
TABLE 5.10 INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, 2010-2012
INDICATORS/UNITS 2010 2011 2012
Number of cities with CMTS coverage 5 5 5
Number of provinces with CMTS coverage 4 4 4
Number of cities with fixed telephone line coverage
5 5 5
Number of provinces with fixed telephone line coverage
4 4 4
Number of cities with broadband connection 5 5 5
Number of provinces with broadband connection
4 4 4
Number of cell site towers 328 333 339
Number of ISPs 5 6 6
Source of data: NTC XII
E. Adequate social infrastructure
1. Education-related infrastructure
Crowded classrooms have been a perennial problem in most public schools in the SOCCSKSARGEN
region most particularly in public secondary schools. With this, the region increased its public secondary
school classrooms by 8.87% or 391 additional classrooms constructed for the period 2010 to 2012.
TABLE 5.11 PUBLIC SCHOOL CLASSROOMS CONSTRUCTED, 2010-2012
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
No. of Classrooms Elementary Secondary
14,289 4,406
14,467 4,550
14,872 4,797
Source of data: DepED XII
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2. Health-related infrastructure
A total of eight (8) primary and three (3) secondary government hospitals were upgraded/constructed since
2010, while forty four (44) barangay health stations were constructed in 2010.
3. Housing
Government housing agencies and local government units either directly implemented or facilitated the
implementation by the private sector of various housing programs/projects in the region over the period
2010-2012 as shown in Table 5.12 and 5.13.
TABLE 5.12 NHA HOUSING PRODUCTION, 2010-2012
HOUSING PROGRAMS NO. OF HOUSING UNITS
2010 2011 2012
Resettlement Assistance Program to LGUs (RAP-LGU) 956 1,039 857
Settlements Upgrading 160
AFP/PNP Housing 266
Local Housing Program 159 159
Joint Venture-Sites & Services 383 96
Community Mortgage Program 500 91
Community Land Acquisition Support Program & TA 96
Source of data: NHA XII
TABLE 5.13 HOUSING INDICATORS (INFRA COMPONENT), 2010-2012
INDICATORS/AREA 2010 2011 2012
Target Actual Target Actual Target Actual
No. of low-cost housing units constructed by private developers Sultan Kudarat Province Cotabato City
3,462
3,462
500
3,462
Total no. of socialized housing units constructed Sultan Kudarat Province Cotabato City
1,084
1,084 140
882
1,084 184
Total housing needs/backlogs Cotabato City
7,012
779
779
Source of data: HDMF-GSC. Sultan Kudarat Province, Cotabato City, Kidapawan City
F. Kilos Abante Priority Programs/ Projects
The region identified ten (10) Kilos Abante Priority Programs/Projects for infrastructure development. Five
(5) of these are on-going road projects. Several flood control projects were completed and these include two
(2) in Cotabato Sub Basin, one (1) in Ambal Simuay Sub Basin, four (4) in Ala Sub Basin, and fourteen
(14) in Buluan Sub Basin. The Feasibility Study for the Kabulnan Multi-Purpose Irrigation and Power
Project was being updated, while the construction of integrated public transport terminals (Koronadal City,
Tacurong City, Cotabato City and General Santos City) remained as proposed.
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II. Development Challenges
A. Ineffective transport system
The transport sector continues to be confronted with issues and concerns that can hamper its support to the
attainment of inclusive growth for the region. The sector plays a crucial role in the integration of regional
development but poor and deteriorated road condition, and inadequate facilities in most seaports and
airports in the region prevent access to key production areas, major tourism destinations, and basic service
facilities like schools and hospitals.
The following challenges shall be addressed in the remaining years of the plan period:
1. Deteriorating road networks and absence of roads leading to productive and critical areas, especially in
the interior areas.
2. Increasing flow of people and products have started traffic flow in some part of the region’s road
networks.
3. Increasing use energy-efficient and cheaper modes of transportation, such as bicycles and motorcycles
that compete with the increasing larger vehicle traffic along the region’s major thoroughfares.
4. Lack of road signage and road safety structure in required sections of roads, particularly along accident
prone areas especially in areas.
5. Inadequate seaport and airport facilities that downscale their competitiveness to attract and handle more
domestic and international passenger and cargo traffic.
B. Lack of access to water resource facilities
The development of the region’s water resources may have direct and indirect contribution in increasing
agricultural productivity, reducing the cases of water-borne diseases, and mitigating the exposure of
communities vulnerable to natural disasters. Among the issues that the sector will address are the
following:
1. Absence of Potable Water Supply Master Plan and Sanitation Master Plan of most LGUs that has
resulted to generally poor sanitation and about 9.03% of the population with no access to safe drinking
water. There are also inadequate facilities to address domestic water wastes.
2. Despite the implementation of several huge irrigation facilities projects, the region’s irrigation
development remains low at 39.84% of the 293,610 hectares of potential irrigable area based on 0-3
degree slope. The maintenance of irrigation facilities is poor. The completion of critical irrigation
projects need to be fast tracked and there is a need to exert parallel efforts to protect watershed areas.
Failure to address this concern can affect agricultural production and production in addition to the issue
on the arbitrary conversion of irrigated lands into residential areas which further affects agricultural
production.
3. Various areas in the region are still vulnerable to flooding and most local government units have no
Flood Control and Drainage Master Plan all the more making them less ready to address calamities.
There is poor compliance with Republic Act 9003 thus the need to improve solid waste management
facilities of local government units. There is also a need to regularly dredge or construct flood control
structures along major rivers. The primary projects identified in the Mindanao River Basin
Development Master Plan (MRBDMP) should be started as soon as possible.
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C. Inadequate and unreliable energy supply
For the remaining years of the plan period, it is imperative that the region shall address the challenges
facing the energy sector which could hamper in attaining its objectives towards inclusive growth. The pace
of industrial progress in the region continues to grow with more processing plants, malls, and hotels being
put up triggering greater demand for power.
1. The region remains confronted with inadequate and unreliable power supply. Energy is an important
factor for attracting investments and doing business but the region’s insufficient generating capacity for
future demand and the constant increase in demand for energy discourage investors from putting their
money in the region.
2. There is low access to electricity at the households level even if barangay electrification coverage is
high. Out of 787,300 potential households in the region, 340,867 households or 43.4% of potential
households still have no access to electricity.
3. Lows level of investments for power projects. There is also a lack of embedded power plants,
inaccurate forecasting of Distribution Units (DUs) and Electric Cooperatives (ECs), and high cost of
renewable energy development.
D. Ineffective communications and information management system
1. All cities and municipalities in the region are already interconnected by Cellular Mobile Telephone
System (CMTS) and broadband connections but there remain areas within these cities and
municipalities that have poor or no CMTS coverage and no broadband connections. Far-flung areas
are not reached at all because they are not covered by electricity and hence no communications systems
can be established.
E. Inadequate Social Infrastructure
1. Education-related infrastructure
To meet the standard classroom to student ratio (CSR) in the Philippines which is one classroom for every
45 students as prescribed by Republic Act 7880, the region still needs additional classrooms particularly in
public secondary schools.
2. Health-related infrastructure
Strengthening public health infrastructure remains a challenge in the region. Government hospitals and
Barangay Health Stations still need to be upgraded/ constructed.
3. Housing
Beyond the public sector providing housing and the auxiliary services, new approaches are needed in the
face of continuing rural-urban migration that is bound to worsen the housing problem. The affordability of
and access to government housing programs by the poor continue to pose a major challenge in the near
future.
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III. Development Goal and Strategic Outcome
Efficient and Effective Infrastructure Facilities and Services
A. Integrated and effective transport system towards improved mobility and
accessibility
The region shall sustain the implementation of road projects consistent with the thrust of the national
government to concrete all national roads by the end of 2016. The following strategies shall be pursued:
1. Provision of an integrated and effective transportation system along production areas, potential
economic corridors, roads that connect growth centers, and access roads leading to tourism sites and
service centers.
2. Rehabilitation of deteriorated pavement along arterial and secondary national roads.
3. Restoration of dilapidated road signages and safety structures in required sections of roads, particularly,
along accident-prone areas such as round about areas and dangerous curves.
4. Widening of arterial national roads and bridges to accommodate the increasing volume of traffic. The
loads of vehicles shall be monitored by installing additional weighbridges in strategic areas.
5. Strict enforcement of 2007-01 of Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) banning
tricycles and pedicabs to operate on national highways which are utilized by four-wheel vehicles
greater than four tons and where normal speed exceeds 40 kilometers per hour.
6. Provision of bicycle and motorcycle lanes along major thoroughfares in highly urbanized and
urbanizing cities.
7. Modernization, improvement, and upgrading of facilities of seaports and airports in the region to meet
international standards.
8. Encourage airline companies to open flights between GSC airport and other domestic (Pagadian,
Surigao, Clark, Cagayan, Tawi-Tawi, Jolo, Dipolog) and international (Manado) destinations.
Legislative Agenda
1. Legislation of measures to address road safety considering the high incidence of road accidents, e.g.
Motorcycle Modification Law.
2. Formulation of Transport and Traffic Management Plan by local government units and improvement of
Traffic System of urbanized cities in the region.
3. Review of policies/regulations in the utilization of Motor Vehicle Users’ Charge (MVUC) towards a
more transparent, accessible and equitable share of Special Local Road Fund.
4. Improvement of law enforcement to address proliferation of illegal mode of transportation and
cutthroat competition.
5. Placing the municipal seaports under the supervision and maintenance of local government units,
instead of the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) providing for the maintenance of municipal seaports.
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B. Water security
a. Irrigation
1. Construction and rehabilitation of high priority irrigation facilities like the MALMAR Irrigation
Project and the Kabulnan 2 Multipurpose Irrigation and Power Project.
2. Implementation of the Irrigation Management Transfer of National Irrigation Systems (NIS) to
qualified and capable irrigators’ associations (IAs) shall be continued.
3. Implementation of Small River Impounding Projects (SRIPs) and Small Water Impounding Project/
Rain Water Collection Systems. Advocacy activities shall be intensified among LGUs on the
formulation of policy/guidelines on the conservation of water sources like flowing/springs and other
water sources in their respective areas.
b. Water supply
1. Expansion of service areas of water districts serving five (5) cities and twenty four (24) municipalities
beyond the poblacion.
2. Implementation of water resource management measures/strategies towards conservation of water by
major manufacturers/industries. Establishment of waste water and sanitation infrastructure facilities,
like water treatment facilities and septage treatment plant.
3. Encourage LGUs to sustain the implementation of potable water system projects for upland barangays.
c. Flood control
1. Formulation of Flood Control and Drainage Master Plan for each city of the region.
2. Implementation of critical flood control projects identified in the Mindanao River Basin Integrated
Management and Development Master Plan.
3. Aggressive implementation of the National Greening Program (NGP) involving tree planting
particularly in watershed areas to control and manage soil erosion and siltation of rivers.
4. Undertaking strong advocacy to regulate the use of charcoal as fuel for cooking.
Legislative Agenda
1. Encourage LGUs to pass an ordinance to regulate charcoal fuel activities.
2. Encourage LGUs to pursue preparation of waste water treatment master plans.
C. Adequate and reliable energy supply for socio-economic and
institutional development
1. Promotion and fast track the development of new mini hydro and solar power generation plants to meet
the ever increasing demand for energy in Mindanao.
2. Encourage local government units to share resources with electric cooperatives to push through with
Sitio Electrification Program and Barangay Line Enhancement Program.
3. Advocacy and promotion to increase awareness on the benefits of LED for street lights (e.g. solar-
powered), household use and other purposes.
4. Utilization of solar, micro, hydro and wind power where applicable as alternative sources of electricity
in off-grid communities and areas not accessible through distribution lines.
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Legislative Agenda
1. Strict enforcement by local government units on the law requiring the replacement of all traditional
bulbs with compact fluorescent lamps (CFLs) in their lighting fixtures and providing incentives to
encourage consumers to give up the use of traditional bulbs.
2. Review and assessment of the implementation of RA 9136 or the EPIRA Law of 2001 to determine the
extent it has improved power generation, transmission, distribution, and supply.
D. Effective communications and information management system
1. Provision of cell sites in areas with poor or no Cellular Mobile Telephone System (CMTS) coverage
and areas that have no broadband connections to facilitate integration of the region through digital
infrastructure.
2. Increasing coverage of far-flung areas in the electrification coverage.
E. Adequate social infrastructure
1. Construction of education, health related infrastructure and housing.
2. Enjoin LGUs to enact policies for the provision of areas to serve burial grounds for Muslims.
F. Priority Programs/Projects
1. Construction/Improvement of National Roads
a. Kalamansig- Palimbang- Maitum Road
b. Surallah-Lake Sebu- Maitum Road
c. Banisilan-Guiling-Alamada-Libungan Road
d. GSC Circumferential Road
e. Cotabato City Circumferential Road
2. Development/Improvement of Airports and Seaports
a. General Santos City Airport Improvement Project
b. Cotabato (Awang) Airport Improvement Project
c. Central Mindanao (M’lang) Airport Development Project
d. General Santos Port Improvement Project
Rehabilitation of RC Wharf (Phase 1)
Port Expansion and Reclamation with Open Storage (37,400 sq.m.) Phase 1 and 2
e. Glan Port Development Project
f. Construction of Timaco Seaport
3. Flood Control Projects along two Major Rivers (Ala, Rio Grande de Mindanao) in the Region
4. Construction/Repair/Rehab of Irrigation Systems
a. Rehabilitation of Lambayong River Irrigation System (LamRIS)
b. Malitubog-Maridagao Irrigation Project Phase II (MMIP II)
5. Construction of Public Transport Terminal in Urban Centers of Region XII
IV. Plan Targets
To address the critical road bottlenecks within the region, around 15.02 kilometers are targeted for national
road traffic decongestion, while a total of a total of 141.97 linear meters of national bridges are slated for
strengthening/reconstruction/replacement. The replacement of national bridges will cover a total of 159.09
linear meters and one (1) project for the construction/completion/continuation of on-going national bridges.
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A. Integrated and effective transport system
To improve the current state of the region’s road network, plans for roads and bridges for 2014-2016 would
involve the construction and improvement of inter and intra national roads and bridges. This will cover
construction, rehabilitation, improvement, concreting, widening and completion; bridge construction;
replacement of damaged Portland Cement Concrete Pavement (PCCP); and, implementation of various
infrastructures including local projects. Targets are shown in Table 5.14.
TABLE 5.14 ROADS AND BRIDGES TARGETS, 2014-2016
INDICATORS/UNITS TARGET
2014 2015 2016
Rehabilitation/ Improvement (Km) 5.5 5.5 5.5
Concrete/ Widening (Km) 215.62 120.59 120.59
Bridge Construction (Lm) 260 250 190
Foreign assisted projects (FAPs) in km 310 270 210
Road pavement ratio (%) 82.29 95.00 100
Increased road density 0.07763 0.07763 0.07763
Source of data: DPWH XII
B. Efficient water resource management
The region shall address the various challenges confronting the development of water resources in the
region, particularly, the low rate of irrigation development and poor maintenance of irrigation facilities.
Targets are shown in Table 5.15.
TABLE 5.15 TARGET AREAS FOR IRRIGATION, 2014-2016
INDICATORS/UNITS TARGET
2014 2015 2016
Number of hectares of irrigation system upgraded and rehabilitated
1,125.00 21,213.92 7,877.00
Number of hectares of irrigation system restored 31,322 32,615 33,756
Number of hectares generated from newly constructed national and communal irrigation projects (NIS,CIS)
865 2,743 2,732
Total Irrigated Area (ha) 111,447 116,949 122,850
Ratio of irrigated farmlands to total area irrigable farmlands
41.05 41.98 42.91
Source of data: NIA XII
C. Adequate social infrastructure 1. Education related infrastructure
TABLE 5.16 NUMBER OF CLASSROOMS TARGETS, 2014-2016
INDICATORS/UNITS TARGET
2014 2015 2016
Number of elementary school buildings 3,481 4,872 6,820
Number of secondary school buildings 1,477 1,802 2,199
Source of data: DepEd XII
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2. Housing
For the remaining period of the Plan, the National Housing Authority shall make more effort in the
production of more housing units under its various programs, particularly in providing technical assistance
to LGUs in improving resettlement sites and construction of housing units. The agency will also put efforts
in the housing needs of the indigenous peoples and communities in the region.
TABLE 5.17 NHA HOUSING PRODUCTION TARGETS, 2013-2016
HOUSING PROGRAMS NO. OF HOUSING UNITS
2013 2014 2015 2016
Resettlement Assistance Program to LGUs (RAP-LGU)
1,004
1,245
2,550
1,350
Housing for the Indigenous People 1,082 700 700 600
Source of data: NHA XII
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CHAPTER 6
TOWARDS A RESILIENT AND INCLUSIVE FINANCIAL SYSTEM The financial system is essential for a regional economy in creating channels to transform savings into
investment. One of the factors that contribute to economic growth is the amount of savings that are
efficiently channeled into investment. The soundness and stability of banks can have the incentive and
influence in shaping the major decisions of individuals and enterprises as well as those of non-financial
companies on how much savings will be mobilized. The increased level of savings will have a bearing on
investments and the resulting growth of output and productive employment in the region.
I. Assessment
1. Banking Institution As of 2012, there are one hundred ninety-seven (197) banks established in the SOCCSKSARGEN Region.
There are different types of banks established in the region. Of the total banks established, about 53% are
universal/ commercial banks, 13% are thrift banks, 30% are rural banks, and around 4% are cooperative
banks. In terms of location, General Santos City (58) posted the most number of banks established, closely
followed by Cotabato Province (45), while Sarangani Province (9) recorded the least number of banks.
TABLE 6.1 BANKING INSTITUTIONS IN REGION XII, 2012
Area/Location Universal/
Commercial Bank Thrift Bank
Rural Bank
Cooperative Bank
Total
Cotabato Province 18 2 19 6 45
Sarangani 1 1 7 - 9
South Cotabato 20 8 12 - 40
Sultan Kudarat 11 3 13 0 27
Cotabato City 17 - 1 18
Gen. Santos City 37 12 8 1 58
Total 104 26 60 7 197
Source of data: BSP
In 2012, there are still municipalities in the region without banks established. Of the 48
cities/municipalities (excluding Cotabato City and General Santos City), about 17 municipalities are
without banks.
TABLE 6.2 NUMBER OF MUNICIPALITIES WITHOUT BANKS, BY PROVINCE, 2012
Province Total Number of Municipalities
Number of Municipalities Without Bank
Percentage
Cotabato Province 18 8 44.44
Sarangani 7 1 14.28
South Cotabato 11 3 27.27
Sultan Kudarat 12 5 41.67
Total 48 17 35.42
Source of data: BSP
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2. Loan Portfolio and Deposit Liabilities Deposit Liabilities are money received by a bank from people or companies and that the bank will have to
pay back in the future. Loan portfolios are assets because of the recurring revenue that the loan payments
create. Total deposits generated in the region grew by about 9% and 15% in 2011 and 2012, respectively,
while, loan portfolio increased by about 11%.
TABLE 6.3 LOAN PORTFOLIO AND DEPOSIT LIABILITIES, REGION XII, 2010-2012
Loan Portfolio
(In Billion Pesos) Deposit Liabilities (In Billion Pesos)
June 2010 June 2011 June 2012 June 2010 June 2011 June 2012
Region XII 13.933 15.515 17.27 44.182 48.23 55.54
Source of data: BSP
II. Development Challenge
There are still urban centers in the region without banks. To be able to attain a resilient financial system,
there is a need to establish banks in these areas and eventually to mobilize resources that can be used for
investments that can create employment opportunities. Given access to productive employment, incomes
would increase, and this could mean increase in terms of deposits and loan portfolios.
III. Development Goal and Strategic Outcome
For the region to realized resilient financial system, the following strategies shall be adopted:
1. Conduct awareness campaign to entice the basic and vulnerable sector of society of the importance
of banking and saving.
2. Encourage the establishment of banking institution in municipalities without banks at present or
establish additional banks in adjacent municipalities to provide wider access to banking services. 3. Provide livelihood through micro-financing loan facility to farmers, fisher folks and other member
in the basic sector.
IV. Plan Targets
TABLE 6.4 BANKING AND FINANCIAL SYSTEM TARGETS,
REGION XII, 2013–2016
Indicator 2012
Actual 2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of Banks Established 197 199 201 203 205
Loan Portfolios * (In Billion Pesos)
17.27 18.99 20.88 22.96 25.25
Deposit Liabilities* (In Billion Pesos)
55.54 61.09 67.19 73.9 81.29
Source of data: BSP
* Targets are conservative estimates based on the trend for the period 2010-2012 by MEDAFC XII.
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CHAPTER 7
GOOD GOVERNANCE AND THE RULE OF LAW
I. Assessment
The SOCCSKSARGEN Regional Development Framework is anchored on good governance, wherein the
attainment of the strategic outcomes is expected to contribute to the achievement of inclusive growth and
poverty reduction.
Based on the foregoing framework, an assessment of the governance sector for the plan period 2010 to 2012
was regarded as ineffective and unresponsive. This is indicated in the increasing poverty levels of the
region where in 2009 poverty incidence was posted at 31.1 % and further increased in 2012 at37.5 %. The
recorded high GRDP growth of 8.1 % in 2012 has not influenced in any way to reduce poverty incidence to
its MDG target of 20.4 by 2015.
However, the region continue building its efforts in institutionalizing reforms towards greater participation,
accountability, transparency, effectiveness and efficiency, equity and inclusivity and widened practiced of
the rule of law.
A. Good Governance
1. Establishment of Regional Government Center On-site Development
LGU Koronadal City provided an 8.9-hectare prime land at the Carpenter Hill to set up the Regional
Government Center (RGC). For 2010-2012, the construction of road pavement within the center is on-
going. Those agencies that have constructed office buildings and conducted office thereat now have access
to communication, water, electric and other related utilities.
Transfer of Agencies to Koronadal City (Implementation of EO 304) As of 2012, there were 41 regional agencies or around 63 %had transferred to Koronadal City. Out of the
41 agencies, there were 3 agencies that hold offices at Carpenter Hill, namely: Department of Education
(DepEd), Bureau of Aquatic and Fishery Resources (BFAR) and Commission on Higher Education
(CHED). Around 12 agencies that need bigger space than what was allotted at the RGC, acquired lot and
constructed office building outside the RGC. Most of the agencies or around 63 % of the total that have
transferred to Koronadal City are renting office spaces.
TABLE 7.1 STATUS OF TRANSFER OF REGIONAL AGENCIES TO
KORONADAL CITY, REGION XII, 2010-2012
Indicator 2010 2011 2012
Accom-plishment
Target Accom-plishment
Target Accom-plishment
Target
Number of Agencies that have transferred to Koronadal City
39 65 40 65 41 65
Agencies conducting Office at the Regional Government Center (Carpenter Hill)
0 1 3
Agencies which owned their lot and with office building thereon
8 12 12
Agencies Renting Office Spaces/Building
31 27 26
Source of data: NEDA XII/RDC XII
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2. Reforms in Institution a. Professionalization of Civil Service a.1 Proficiency Examination For SOCCSKSARGEN, the Civil Service Commission (CSC) XII and the National Police Commission
(NAPOLCOM) XII facilitated the conduct of proficiency examinations twice a year. The civil service exam
is a proficiency examination for a career in general government service while the NAPOLCOM exam is for
a career as police enforcer.
For 2010-2012, there was an increasing trend of
individuals who wished to have a career in (general)
government service, from 9,160 applicants in 2010 to
12,837 in 2012 or an increase of about 40% in the total
number of examinees. Of the total actual examinees
(8,773 in 2010), only 8.16 % passed the exam. There
was an increase in the number of passers, from 716 in
2010 to 1,021 in 2012 or an average increase of about
20%. In terms of passing rate, the performance was
fluctuating from8.16 % in 2010, it dropped to 7.45 % in
2011, and it picked-up to 8.26 % in 2012.
On NAPOLCOM examinee profile, it showed that
applicants pursuing career as police enforcer declined
from 1,863 applicants in 2010 to 1,499 in 2012 or a
drop of about 20 percent. The total number of passers
and the percentage of passing rate likewise declined
from 14.63 % in 2010 to 6.88 % in 2012.
TABLE 7.2 PROFICIENCY EXAMINATIONS CONDUCTED, 2010-2012
Indicator CSC XII NAPOLCOM XII
2010 2011 2012 2010 2011 2012
Number of Examinations Conducted
2 2 2 2 2 2
Total Number of Applicants/Qualified PNP Entrance Examinee
9,160 11,213 12,837 1,863 1,747 1,499
Total Number of Examinee Actually Tested
8,773 10,985 12,353 1,805 1,714 1,468
Total Number of Passers
716 809 1,021 264 151 101
Percentage of Passing Rate (%)
8.16 7.45 8.26 14.63 8.81 6.88
Source of data: CSC XII, NAPOLCOM XII
The CSC also conducted the Career Service Executive Examination (CSEE) to executives who plan to
move up to higher position or managerial level in government service. For police enforcers, a qualifying
examination was also given for promotion to Police Officer, Senior Police Officer, Police Inspector, and
Police Superintendent Level.
8.16 7.45 8.26
14.63
8.81 6.88
0
5
10
15
20
25
2010 2011 2012
Figure 7.1 Percentage of Passing Rate, Region XII
CSC Exam NAPOLCOM Exam
Source of data: CSC XII, NAPOLCOM XII
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a.2 Preparation of Human Resource Development Management Plan (HRDMP) The region has not yet cascaded the preparation of HRDMP in the agencies. The HRDMP contains
capacity development program of the staff and addresses human resource (HR) issues and challenges in
recruitment, retention, rewards and recognition, and retirement. The plan also includes strategic direction,
HR situation, proposed management and development interventions, role of HR management practitioners,
monitoring and evaluation, and communication plan of the HR.
a.3 Compensation Package of Government Workforce For 2010-2012, a more competitive compensation package is provided to government employees through
the passage of Salary Standardization Law (SSL) in 2009. The SSL was implemented in order to uplift the
living condition of government employees throughout the country and to improve the overall economy.
Basically, the SSL provided for the upgrading of salaries of government employees in four tranches from
low level to top level positions since July 1, 2009.
The SSL rationalized and standardized the basic salaries, allowances, benefits and incentives of government
officials and employees. It was a move to bring closer the salary levels of government workers with those
in the private sector. Further, the SSL also served as stimulus for continuous spending that helped address
the effects of global economic crisis in 2008.
a.4 Adoption of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) The ICT is considered as an effective tool for development given the emerging technology in the modern
time. ICT opens innovative ideas, particularly in the delivery of public service. ICT is also instrumental in
achieving good governance in the region. Most government agencies and instrumentalities set up their
website to reach out to various stakeholders. Through the web, the general public is informed and can
easily access the programs and services that the agencies are offering. Development planners, business
sectors and job seekers use ICT to access development data, investment, and employment opportunities.
In the field of public administration ICT also advanced through e-government. The Department of Budget
and Management institutionalized the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS).
This Government Electronic Procurement System (G-EPS) is the official system to advertise and distribute
specifications for public bidding opportunities and also contains information related to doing business with
the government.
b. Rationalizing Government Expenditures b.1 Project Monitoring and Evaluation The Regional Project Monitoring Committee (RPMC) as the monitoring arm of Regional Development
Council (RDC) is mandated to monitor all development projects undertaken by national government
agencies, local government units (LGUs), state universities and colleges, and government-owned and
controlled corporations. The RPMC also prepares consolidated report on findings and recommendations to
facilitate and expedite project implementation.
For CY 2011 to 2012, there were a total of 148 project monitoring visits conducted and prepared the
corresponding monitoring reports. Issues, concerns and related deficiencies in terms of the quality of
workmanship of the projects were discussed during problem-solving sessions. Project implementers were
provided with findings and recommendations of the RPMC to undertake corrective measures. Likewise,
concerned implementing agencies were provided copies of monitoring reports for information,
consideration and appropriate action.
The RPMC also conducted problem-solving session (PSS) relative to peace and order problem affecting the
implementation of National Road and Improvement Project (NRIP) for the Digos-Cotabato City road
project. Problems were addressed and project implementation continued, the project shall be completed by
2013.
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In 2011, there were resolutions passed by RDC XII that were given favorable actions by the concerned
entities.
b.3 Annual Investment Program (AIP) The AIP is an indicative expenditure
requirement to be integrated into the annual
budget of the agency.
For the 2011 AIP, 65 % went to financing
program/project under the social sector; 23 %
for infrastructure; 9% for economic and
smallest slice of 3 % for Macro/GID. The
2012 AIP slice is similar with the 2011 share:
social – 60%; infrastructure–23%; economic –
14%; and Macro/GID 3%. For the 2013 AIP,
the shares of the social and infra sectors
remain the same at around 35% and 36%,
respectively. For the economic sector the
indicative expenditure was placed at 27 % and
the Macro/GID at 3 %.
For 2010 and 2012, a marked improvement was noted in terms of participation of national government
agencies (NGAs), government-owned-and-controlled corporations (GOCCs) and the academe in the review
process, from fifteen (15) NGAs in 2010 to thirty-four (34) in 2012. There were three (3) GOCCs that
participated in 2010 to 8 in 2012; and, from two (2) state, colleges and universities (SUCs) in 2010 to 5 in
2012. The participation of NGAs, GOCCs and SUCs more than doubled for the year under review.
b.4 Rationalization Plan The rationalization plan is a move of the government to attain cost-effective public expenditure, focus
government efforts on the exercise of its fundamental functions and, transform the bureaucracy into an
effective and efficient institution for the delivery of core public services.
According to DBM Secretary Florencio Abad, “initially the government will have to spend more just to
ensure that affected personnel will receive benefits that match their current pay. However, the cost-
efficiencies in the long run are remarkable. For one, the incentive package will be more attractive to
personnel due for rationalization, and we won’t have to retain employees whose functions are no longer
relevant to their respective agencies”.
b.5 Anti-Corruption Programs The region supported the anti-corruption programs of the government that include the implementation of
Anti-Red Tape Act, roll-out of the Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System (PhilGEPS), and
re-orientation of government employees and officials towards a common set of positive values anchored on
the intervention program like the Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Government Officials and
Employees. It also supported the campaign to Run After Tax Evader (RATE).
During the year under review, the anti-red tape act was widely implemented in government agencies and
local government units in the region. Along the ARTA is the crafting and posting of citizen’s charter. The
citizen’s charter was meant to improve the delivery of public services and to promote transparency in the
government. It outlined the frontline service procedures, maximum time and fees needed to cover basic
frontline services and the standard of service for every transaction. At the LGU level, the CURE Project or
the Comprehensive and Unified Response to Eliminate Red Tape was launched to enhance the delivery
public services. From the said initiatives, the agencies remarkably improved in meeting the target in terms
of passing the ARTA – report card survey, from a 50% backlog in 2010 to about 10 % backlog in 2011 and
2012.
0
20
40
60
Figure 7.2 Region XII AIP, By Sector, 2011-2013
2011
2012
2013
Source of data: NEDA XII
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TABLE 7.3 ANTI-RED TAPE ACT IMPLEMENTATION, 2010-2012
Indicator 2010 2011 2012
Accom-plishment
Target Accom-
plishment Target
Accom-plishment
Target
Number of Agencies Implemented the ARTA
166 168 168 168 168 168
Number of Agencies with Citizen’s Charter
166 168 168 168 168 168
Number of Agencies passing the ARTA-Report Card Survey
2 4 24 27 20 23
Number of LGUs Implemented the ARTA
54 54 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs enforcing the Citizen’s Charter
34 54 54 54 54 54
Source of data: CSC XII, DILG XII
c. Capacity Building Various staff trainings were conducted towards strengthening governance and continuing human resource
development.
Trainings were conducted on Integrating Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation
(DRR/CCA) Project. They were provided training in the preparation of Geographic Information System
(GIS) maps, hazard characterization, risk estimates and evaluation, disaster risk assessment and
vulnerability assessment, and mainstreaming the concept of DRR/CCA into the Provincial Development
and Physical Framework Plan.
On financial administration, the LGUs were trained on Public Financial Management Assessment Tool
(PFMAT) and oriented on bottom-up budgeting approach. The main objective of Bottom-up Budgeting
(BuB) is the implementation of programs/projects intended to uplift the poorest LGUs in the region.
Major trainings conducted by the peace-keeping forces include Culture of Peace Training, Human Rights
Orientation, International Human Rights Law (IHL) Orientation, Principle and Guidelines of IHL and
International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), Internal Displacement Training, Unarmed Self Defense
Training, Counter Radicalization and De-radicalization Executive Seminar, Gun Safety and Proficiency
Training among others.
Other re-tooling activities were also conducted by various agencies throughout the region in order to
enhance the delivery of public services in keeping up with their distinct mandate.
d. Advocacy The Information Coordinating Network (ICON) is the communication arm for the advocacy of
Philippine/Regional Development Plan (PDP/RDP) headed by Philippine Information Agency (PIA) XII.
Through the ICON, programs/projects of the government were promoted to address the Social Contract of
PNOY administration to the Filipino people. Various forms of advocacy were conducted that include press
releases, radio programs, distribution of IEC materials, through the website, conferences/meetings, print
publications, photo releases and hanging of tarpaulins promoting the significant thrusts of the government
like the following:
Anti-corruption, transparency, accountability and participatory governance
Poverty reduction and empowerment of the poor and vulnerable sector
Rapid, inclusive and sustained economic growth
Just and lasting peace
Integrity of the environment and climate change mitigation and adaptation
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For the promotion of the region’s tourist destinations, the Department of Tourism actively participated in
travel trade shows both international and local. The local travel expo was participated in by the Tourism
Council in the region in coordination with the Travel Agencies Association. Showcased during the travel
expo are the top destinations and services offered in the region. It also presented attractive tour packages,
travel discounts, souvenir items, hotels, resorts and shops operating in the region.
At the local levels, LGUs also conducted regular festivals to entice more tourists both domestic and foreign
to visit places and have more fun in the region. Among the festivals conducted that contributed to the
increase in tourist arrivals are Kalilangan, Munato, Tinalak, ShariffKabunsuan, Kalivungan, Kidapawan
Fruit Festival, Tuna Festival, Helubong, Kalimudan, Talakudong, HinugyawandGuinakit of Maguindanao,
among others.
3. Enhancing Local Governance a. Plan and Policy Formulation With the assistance of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) formulated the Guidelines on Provincial/Local
Planning and Expenditure Management (PLPEM). The guidelines were used in the preparation of
Provincial Development and Physical Framework Plan (PDPFP). The PDPFP merged the traditional
separate provincial physical framework and provincial development plan. During the year under review, all
of the four provinces had formulated their PDPFPs, but these were not yet legitimized.
For LGUs, the Executive Legislative Agenda is a 3-year plan document of the local chief executives that
outlined the major development thrusts and priorities of both the executive and legislative branch. For the
year under review, the 54 LGUs (provinces, cities/municipalities) had prepared their respective ELA.
The Comprehensive Land Use Plan (CLUP) is a plan document on physical development prepared by cities
and municipalities mandated under the Local Government Code of 1991 (RA 7160). The CLUP should
also be compliant with the national and local laws, policies and standards, relevant updates on planning
tools and current development trends. It serves as guide in rational and sustainable use of land resources.
As of 2012, there were 46 cities/municipalities with approved CLUP.
Of the 54 LGUs in the region, there were 16 cities/municipalities that have prepared the Comprehensive
Development Plan (CDP).
TABLE 7.4 PLAN AND POLICY FORMULATION, 2010-2012
Indicator 2010
Actual
2011 2012
Actual Target Actual Target
Number of LGUs with PDPFPs
4 4
Number of LGUs with ELA 19 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs with Approved CLUPs
50 46 50
Number of LGUs with CDPs
16 50
50
Source of data: DILG XII, HLURB Davao
b. Improving Local Governance and Local Special Bodies For 2010-2012, various enhancements was adopted at the local level to improve the delivery of public
services.
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Business Permit and Licensing System (BPLS) There were 50 LGUs that streamlined the Business Permit and Licensing System (BPLS) in the region.
The DILG and DTI launched the Nationwide Streamlining of BPLS Program in the Philippines and signed
a Joint Memorandum Circular and an accompanying Joint Department Administrative Order in August 6,
2010 that set the standard for processing applications for new business and business renewals. The
streamlined BPLS would help improve revenue generation, reduce time and resources on business permit
application processing, develop a more complete information on business enterprises in the localities,
reduce graft and corruption and improve the image of LGUs due to efficient process and reduced corruption
associated with bureaucratic procedures. Through the BPLS, processing time is now shortened, for new
application maximum of 10 days while renewal maximum of 5 days.
Local Government Performance Monitoring System (LGPMS) The 54 LGUs (province/cities/municipalities) of Region XII adopted the LGPMS. The LGPMS is used as
Performance Management tool rather than as Performance Measurement. The output of LGPMS would
help LGUs identify the development gaps and guide to develop executive and legislative actions to address
such gaps. The information from LGPMS is used as inputs in the selection of LGUs which will be given the
Seal of Good Housekeeping and be eligible for fund support on their development projects through the
Performance Challenge Fund.
As of 2012, 51 LGUs passed the seal of good housekeeping. At the national level recognition was given to
top performing LGUs. Based on the overall performance indicator (OPI) where 5 is the perfect score, Sultan
Kudarat (4.74) was 10th
placer in 2010 and South Cotabato (4.864) 5th
placer in 2011 among the top 10
provinces in the Philippines. Meanwhile, Kabacan, Cotabato (4.806) was 8th
placer in 2010 and Surallah,
South Cotabato (4.843) was 7th
placer in 2011 among the top 10 municipalities. The region was not cited in
the category of top highly urbanized city and top city government. On the overall performance, the region
was ranked 5, garnering an average OPI of 4.34 for the period 2009 to 2011.
TABLE 7.5 PERFORMANCE OF THE REGION IN TERMS OF OVERALL PERFORMANCE INDICATOR), 2009-2011
Region Overall Performance Index
Average Rank 2009 2010 2011
NCR 4.44 4.50 4.52 4.49 1
XI 4.36 4.42 4.42 4.40 2
I 4.40 4.38 4.39 4.39 3
III 4.29 4.35 4.44 4.36 4
XII 4.28 4.38 4.36 4.34 5
IV-A 4.24 4.30 4.41 4.41 6
X 4.21 4.28 4.32 4.27 7
VI 4. 17 4.21 4. 32 4.23 8
II 4.14 4.17 4.28 4.198 9
VII 4.19 4.15 4.25 4.197 10
Source of data: DILG XII
At the regional level among provinces and cities, Cotabato Province and General Santos City were ranked
1. In terms of attaining the yearly target, only General Santos City hit the 2009 and 2010 targets and the
nearest OPI to the 2012 target. On the 3-year average target of 4.45, only General Santos City surpassed
the set target reaching the OPI of 4.51.
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TABLE 7.6 PERFORMANCE OF PROVINCE / CITY IN TERMS OF OVERALL PERFORMANCE INDICATOR, 2009-2011
Highly UrbanizedCity/
Independent Component City (HUC/ICC)
OPI For 3 Consecutive Years Average 3 Years
Rank 2009 2010 2011
National Average 4.19 4.22 4.31 4.24
Target 4.40 4.43 4.52 4.45
North Cotabato 4.31 4.39 4.44 4.38 1
South Cotabato 4.24 4.38 4.44 4.35 2
Sultan Kudarat 4.31 4.38 4.37 4.35 2
Sarangani 4.27 4.33 4.29 4.30 3
Gen. Santos City (HUC) 4.49 4.58 4.47 4.51 1
Cotabato City (ICC) 4.03 4.24 4.16 4.14 2
Regional Performance 4.28 4.38 4.36 4.34
Source of data: DILG XII
Community-Based Monitoring Systems (CBMS) The Community-Based Monitoring System (CBMS) is an organized process of data collection and
processing at the local level and for integration of data in local planning, program implementation and
impact monitoring. The CBMS is a tool for standard poverty monitoring system. The adoption of the
system is costly, thus, the target was placed to only 10 LGUs. However, as of 2012 there were 31 LGUs
that have adopted the CBMS due to the importance of the system in tracking the Millennium Development
Goals.
Strengthening Private/Civil Society Participation in Development Process The private/civil society is partner in the development of the region. The number of LGU-CSO partnership
remarkably improved from only 1 to 45 partnership undertakings.
The spirit of volunteerism was likewise encouraged in the region. The Technical Working Group for the
Search for Outstanding Volunteers (SOV) conducted yearly selection of outstanding volunteers from the
roster of nominees in the region. The search aims to recognize exemplary performance and dedication to
service of Filipino volunteers in building strong communities across the country through volunteerism. For
2011 and 2012, eight (8) organizations and eight (8) individuals were interviewed during the selection
process. Under the organization category, the Cotabato City Filipino Chinese Volunteer Fire Brigade was
awarded as the regional winner and for individual category was given to Mr. Marlon E. Ceballos of
Kidapawan City. Regional nominees were recommended for national SOV, however, Region XII nominees
did not make it to the national level.
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TABLE 7.7 IMPROVING LOCAL GOVERNANCE AND LOCAL SPECIAL BODIES, 2010-2012
Indicator 2010
Actual
2011 2012
Actual Target Actual Target
Number of LGUs Adopting the Business Permit Licensing System
49 4 50 4
Number of LGUs that have adopted the Local Governance Performance Monitoring System (LGPMS)
54 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs passing the seal of good housekeeping
51 54
Number of LGUs that adopted and implemented CBMS for planning, budgeting and program targeting
31 31 10 31 10
Number of LGU-CSO partnership undertakings
1 1 2 45 20
No. of Functional Special Local Bodies
Local Peace and Order Councils
Local Development Council
Local Council for the Protection of Children
54 54 54
54 54 54
54 54 54
54 54 54
54 54 54
Source of data: DILG XII
c. Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation
In 2010, President Aquino issued Administrative Order No. 1, directing the LGUs to adopt and use in their
planning activities the Guidelines on Mainstreaming DRR/CCA in sub-national development and land
use/physical planning considering the geographic landscape of the Philippines as disaster prone. The
locality’s vulnerability to natural hazards has damaging effect to its socio-economic development. Hence, it
is imperative to build a resilient community through mainstreaming the concept on disaster risk reduction
and climate change adaptation into the PDPFP to address the impact of any disaster. The Project on
Integrating Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation in Local Planning and Decision-
making Process provided technical assistance to the provinces to prepare the DRR/CCA-enhanced PDPFP.
The project was launched in November 2009 in Koronadal City. There were trainor’s training conducted
for the Regional Core Team composed of NEDA XII, MGB XII and MSU General Santos City in 2010.
The Provincial Core Team was organized in 2011 and given training on GIS Mapping, hazard
characterization, disaster risk and vulnerability assessment, risk estimation/evaluation and mainstreaming.
As of 2012, there were two provinces that have prepared their DRR/CCA-enhanced PDPFP (South
Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat).
TABLE 7.8 FORMULATION OF DRR/CCA-ENHANCED PDPFPs
Indicator 2011 2012
Actual Target Actual Target
Number of LGUs with DRR/CCA enhanced PDPFPs 0 2 2 2
Source of data: NEDA XII The five project components expected outputs were satisfactorily completed through the technical
assistance (TA) provided by the Regional Core Team to the Provincial counterpart. However, there were
still two provinces that have not yet prepared the DRR/CCA enhanced PDPFP due to the change in the
methodology/approach in disaster risk assessment from qualitative to quantitative method.
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TABLE 7.9 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE ON THE FORMULATION OF DRR/CCA-ENHANCED PDPFPs, 2010-2012
Project Components Outputs Status
Component 1: Capacity-Building for Regional Trainers
• Training of Trainers (TOT) on GIS Application
• Toolkit development
COMPLETED
Component 2 : Organizing the Provinces
• Advocacy activities • MOA signing • Organization of PCT
COMPLETED
Component 3: Disaster Risk Assessment
• Disaster Risk Assessment (DRA) Report
• Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment (CCVA) Report
COMPLETED All 4 provinces have prepared their DRA/CCVA Reports
Component 4: Integrating DRA Results in the PDPFP
• DRR/CCA-enhanced PDPFPs COMPLETED for the Provinces of Cotabato, South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat.
Component 5: Integration and Legitimization
• Governor-accepted DRR/CCA-enhanced PDPFPs
COMPLETED for the Provinces of Cotabato, South Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat
Component 6: Project Management and Monitoring
• Monitoring Report Ongoing / Continuing Activity
Source of data: NEDA XII
Republic Act No. 10121 known as the “Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010″
was pursued during the period. The RA upholds the people’s constitutional rights to life and property by
addressing the root causes of vulnerabilities to disasters, strengthening the country’s institutional capacity
for disaster risk reduction and management and building the resilience of local communities to disasters
including climate change impacts. It shall also mainstream disaster risk reduction and climate change in
development processes such as policy formulation, socioeconomic development planning, budgeting, and
governance, particularly in the areas of environment, agriculture, water, energy, health, education, poverty
reduction, land-use and urban planning, and public infrastructure and housing, among others.
As a complementary effort on DRR/CCA concern, the Department of the Interior and Local Government
(DILG) took an active role in providing capacity development programs for CCA and disaster preparedness
at the city/municipality and barangay level. Technical assistance was geared towards enhancing the
capacity of LGUs to be at the forefront of the government’s initiative to adapt, mitigate and prepare for
climate change and disasters. Based on the Seal of Disaster Preparedness-1st verification, of the total 54
LGUs, 36 LGUs have high level of preparedness to the impact of flooding while the remaining 18 need to
scale-up.
TABLE 7.10 LEVEL OF DISASTER PREPAREDNESS TO FLOOD, 2012
Province/City High Level of Disaster Preparedness to Flood
Need to Scale-Up Preparedness to Flood
Cotabato Province 11 8
Sarangani 5 3
South Cotabato 7 5
Sultan Kudarat 11 2
General Santos City 1
Cotabato City 1
Total 36 18
Source of data: DILG XII
DRRM/CCA was also rolled-out to barangays, wherein a total of 1,023 barangays were covered.
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TABLE 7.11 STATUS OF ROLL-OUT TO BARANGAY ON DRRM/CCA, 2012
Province/City Total Barangays Covered
Cotabato Province 422
Sarangani 140
South Cotabato 199
Sultan Kudarat 199
General Santos City 26
Cotabato City 37
Total 1,023
Source of data: DILG XII
B. Strengthening of Justice System
One of the concerns on effective and efficient delivery of justice is the maintenance of a just and orderly
society. Hence, access to justice system through representation, is provided, especially to the indigents and
vulnerable clientele in the region and it continue the provision of assistance to the victims of unjust
imprisonment.
Access to Justice System In consideration of the said mandate, the PAO XII has been providing representation for judicial and non-
judicial cases. Criminal and civil cases are considered judicial case, for 2010-2012, the region handled a
total of 37,790 criminal cases and 3,197civil cases. Of the total judicial cases, 92 % were criminal case and
8 % civil case with termination rate at around 19 %.
Administrative, labor and those from Prosecutor’s Office are categorized as quasi-judicial cases.
Prosecutor’s Office case comprises the bulk of quasi-judicial about 67 %, labor case 20 % and
administrative case 13 %. Quasi-judicial cases handled has termination rate of about 50%.
TABLE 7.12 JUDICIAL AND QUASI-JUDICIAL REPRESENTATIONS,
REGION XII, 2010-2012
Types Of Representations
Performance Indicators
2010 2011 2012
Judicial Services
Criminal Case Cases Handled 11,509 12,205 14,076
Cases Terminated 2,285 2,211 2,510
Civil Case Cases Handled 1,069 994 1,134
Cases Terminated 254 222 168
Quasi Judicial Services
Admin Case Cases Handled 218 177 165
Cases Terminated 113 55 92
Prosecutor’s Office
Cases Handled 1,078 787 1,003
Cases Terminated 895 294 422
Labor Case Cases Handled 322 271 247
Cases Terminated 135 47 70
Source of data: DOJ-PAO XII
Other services were also rendered relative to the provision of access to justice system. This includes legal
documentation, counseling, administration of oath, mediation and conciliation services, assistance on
inquest and custodial investigation and support to jail decongestion program.
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Remarkable accomplishment on mediation and conciliation services was recorded in 2012 posting a
resolution rate of 100 %. Under jail decongestion program, number of clients interviewed and provided
legal assistance increased from 2010 to 2012.
TABLE 7.13 OTHER SERVICES RENDERED, REGION XII, 2010-2012
Performance Indicators
2010 2011 2012
Legal documentation 19,772 17,126 18,899
Legal counseling 27,789 17,126 32,059
Administration of oaths 23,351 12,262 23,217
Mediation and conciliation services
Disputes Handled
Disputes Resolved
2,336 2,223
22 12
944 944
Total clients assisted on Inquest/Custodial investigation
3,092 3,152 1,638
Number of inmates interviewed 5,849 3,538 6,750
Number of inmates provided legal assistance
5,566 4,531 6,415
Source of data: DOJ-PAO XII
Various types of courts were established in the region to provide the venue to hear the case. These are the
Regional Trials Courts, Municipal Trial Courts, Municipal Circuit Trial Courts, Municipal Trial Court in
Cities and Shariah Courts. There are a total of 51 courts that have recorded a total docket of 23,293 in
2012.
TABLE 7.14 INVENTORY OF COURTS AND DOCKETS, REGION XII, 2012
Type of Court Number of Existing Courts
Number of Dockets/Cases Handled
Regional Trials Courts (RTCs) 21 17,923
Municipal Trial Courts (MTCs) 6 640
Municipal Circuit Trial Courts (MCTCs) 15 1,653
Municipal Trial Court in Cities (MTCCs) 7 3,077
Shariah Courts 2 0
Total 51 23,293
Source of data: DOJ-PAO XII
b. Parole and Probation Services Parole and probation promotes the reformation of criminal offenders; reduction of the incidence of
recidivism and provision of cheaper alternative to the institutional confinement of first-time offenders who
are likely to respond to individualized, community based treatment programs.
The region has successfully implemented the 3-pronged harmonized rehabilitation programs namely:
Therapeutic Community (TC) Treatment Modality, Restorative Justice and Volunteer Probation Aides
Program. Clients assisted under the TC was highest in 2010 (1,713) and it lowered in the succeeding years
due to the graduation of some clients in the program. Activities undertaken during TC treatment include
counseling, moral/spiritual/values formation, job referral, skills training, literacy and education,
health/mental/medical services, tree planting, sports and physical fitness, and payment of civil liability. For
restorative justice is mainly the care and re-integration of the offender through the help of the volunteer
probation aide (VPA), number of clients also graduated from 519 clientele in 2010 to 161 in 2012. There
were modest number of VPAs in Region XII who were partners in the implementation of the harmonized
rehabilitation program under parole and probation. Jail decongestion activity was likewise conducted.
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TABLE 7.15 3-PRONGED HARMONIZED REHABILITATION PROGRAM, REGION XII, CY 2011-2012
Programs/Projects/Activities/Indicators 2010 2011 2012
Therapeutic Community Modality
No. of clients participated
1,713
720
822
Restorative Justice and Juveniles in conflict with the Law
No. of clients assisted
519
265
161
Revitalization of Volunteer Probation Aid (VPA) Program
Total Number of VPAs
141
303
262
Jail visits conducted 140
Number of clients interviewed 366
Source of data: DOJ- PPA XII
Tacurong and Kidapawan have the most number of VPAs in 2010, while General Santos, Tacurong and
Sultan Kudarat in 2011 and 2012.Sarangani has the least number of VPAs.
TABLE 7.16 INVENTORY OF VOLUNTEER PROBATION AIDES, REGION XII, 2010-2012
Area 2010 2011 2012
Cotabato City 9 21 10
General Santos City 15 70 54
Kidapawan City 30 36 34
Koronadal City 11 17 15
Tacurong City 32 58 51
Cotabato Province 8 20 19
Sarangani 5 8 8
South Cotabato 12 20 19
Sultan Kudarat 19 53 52
Total 141 303 262
Source: DOJ-PPA XII
Half-Way-Out Program The Half-Way-Out program is a Region XII initiative and a joint jail decongestion program of PPA-DOJ,
South Cotabato Rehabilitation and Detention Jail and the Provincial Government of South Cotabato. The
program aims to speed up the wheels of justice and to answer the call of the Provincial Governor to
decongest the Provincial Jail of South Cotabato. Half-way-out program was endorsed as national entry for
CY 2011 Search for Outstanding Rehabilitation Program by the Regional Program on Awards and
Incentives for Service Excellence (PRAISE) Committee to PPA-DOJ National PRAISE Committee. The
said entry was considered as one of best practices and given Certificate of Recognition.
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C. Jail Management
The over-all security of jails in the region was given priority to ensure that the inmates remain locked-up
and avoid escapes, as well as reduce the number of disturbances and riots so as not to endanger the lives of
other inmates. The BJMP Region XII, in partnership with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency
(PDEA) Region XII intensified their efforts in making the jails as drug-free institutions. The BJMP XII-
PDEA XII applied a method called “joint greyhounds” which was conducted in the General Santos City Jail
and Sultan Kudarat District Jail. For 2012, the region has around three hundred ninety (390) personnel
serving inmates population of 2,895 which are committed under the Bureau of Jail Management and
Penology (BJMP) XII controlled jails.
TABLE 7.17 LIST OF INTERVENTIONS FOR THE SAFEKEEPING, WELFARE AND
DEVELOPMENT OF INMATES, 2011 AND 2012
Area/Facility Projects/Activities
Cotabato Province
Kidapawan City District Jail Installation of steel plate on inmates door Repair and improvement of cell
Improvement of inner defense gate, renovation of main gate and repainting of front gate
Makilala District Jail Repair of sanitary pipes Construction of additional cells Rehabilitation of perimeter fence
Pigcawayan District Jail Installation of electric motor
Repair and improvement of cells and septic tank
South Cotabato
General Santos City Jail Installation of bed bunk Installation of walkway’s roof area Declogging of septic tank
Repainting and Improvement of Therapeutic Community Building (Female Dorm)
Improvement of Infirmary of General Santos City (Male Dorm)
Reinforcement of catwalk partition wall between male and female inmates
Koronadal City District Jail Installation of walkway’s roof area Declogging of septic tank
Polomolok Municipal Jail Rehabilitation of perimeter fence
Improvement of bed bunks, kitchen and perimeter fence (back portion)
Sarangani
Alabel District Jail Repiping of water system
Malapatan District Jail Plastering of perimeter fence
Sultan Kudarat
Tacurong City District Jail Rehabilitation of the facility Installation of walkway’s roof area Declogging of septic tank
Cotabato City Jail Construction of tower
Source of data: BJMP XII
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II. Development Challenges
To attain inclusive growth for the remaining year of the plan period, the region must address the following
challenges:
A. Need to improve effective and transparent governance
Non-compliance to EO 304 of the remaining agencies to transfer to Koronadal City
Inadequate skills of government workforce to adopt to the new system and processes in the
delivery of public services and absence of PRC services in the region
Need to cascade the preparation of Human Resource Development Management Plans
Need to intensify anti-corruption programs of the government, Anti-Red Tape Act, Transparency
Seal
Need to sustain the existing public service delivery system such as BPLS/LGPMS/CBMS at the
local level
Need to correct the negative impression and misconception about the region
B. Need to improve access to justice system
Strengthen manpower and resources to improve delivery of justice
Lack of plantilla/positions for lawyers in the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) and Prosecutor’s
Office
Inadequate Regional Trial Courts to expedite the unloading/hearing of cases/dockets
Need to continue the Half-way out program (rehabilitation program) implemented in South
Cotabato Province
III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcome
A. Promote Effective and Transparent Governance
a. Full implementation of Executive Order No. 304, the region shall adopt the following approaches:
Continue on-site development at the regional government center
Coordinate with the remaining agencies outside Koronadal City to finally transfer to Koronadal City
Continue the inclusion in the agency’s yearly proposals the budget on building construction and
related transfer expenditure
Encourage those agencies that have not yet transferred to Koronadal City to put up satellite office
for the meantime to improve access on government services
TABLE 7.18 TRANSFER TO KORONADAL CITY TARGETS, 2013-2016
Indicator Actual Targets
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of Agencies that have transferred to Koronadal City
41 47 53 59 65
Source of data: NEDA/RDC XII
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b. Professionalization of civil service improve
Establishment of Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) in the region
Continue the regular conduct of competency examinations (e.g CSC, NAPOLCOM) to ensure that
the region has a pool of qualified and competent workforce and discourage the exercise of hiring
and appointing without going through the standard civil service rules in hiring government
employees. Sustain the professionalization of PNP/BJMP/BFP personnel.
Establish walk-in examination system in the regions (CSC/NAPOLCOM).
All government entities at the regional and sub regional levels shall be encouraged to continually
prepare or update their respective Human Resource Development Management Plans which shall
be their bases for recruitment and promotion of qualified personnel.
Moreover, there may be a need to assess the retirement age of government workforce to give way
to new entrants to government service at the same time for the retirees to enjoy longer retirement
phase of their lives. The region support House Bill Number 242, series of 2013 proposing for the
lowering of the mandatory retirement age for government employees to 55 years.
Continually enhance the skills of government workforce to adapt to the new system and processes
in the delivery of public services related to governance, administration and finance, planning and
investment programming, skills development, productivity and quality enhancement, ICT and
other relevant training. Similarly, executive level capacity building activities shall be pursued in
the said priority areas.
Strict enforcement of RA 9485 or the Anti-Red Tape Act as the government’s response to the
urgent need to establish an effective system that will eliminate bureaucratic red tape, avert
graft and corrupt practices and improve efficiency of delivering government frontline
services.
Monitoring of compliance to ARTA, citizen’s charter, transparency seal.
Inclusion of NGO/CSO as member of the ARTA survey team
Establish redress mechanisms in government entities.
TABLE 7.19 ANTI-RED TAPE ACT IMPLEMENTATION TARGETS, 2013-2016
Indicator 2012
Actual
Target
2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of agencies compliant with ARTA
168 168 168 168 168
Number of agencies with very satisfactory rating in the ARTA-Report Card Survey
20 25 30 35 40
Source of data: CSC XII
c. Government expenditures rationalize
Support the Implementation of Rationalization Plan (EO 366) in the attainment of cost-effective
public expenditure by transforming the bureaucracy into an effective and efficient institution for
the delivery of core public services.
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Strengthen audit processes and evaluation as well as, the conduct of project review and evaluation
vis-à-vis fund utilization of projects implemented by government agencies
Institutionalize the Public Financial Management (PFM) and Public Expenditure Management
(PEM) Reforms in line with the goal of inclusive development where the operating units at the
regions keep at pace with the national development
On PFM Reforms:
Adopt the Cashless Purchase Card System that will allow authorized personnel to use
special credit card linked to an online system that enables government to control and
monitor purchases on each card and generate aggregate reports and analytics
Implement a Registry System for Basic Sector in Agriculture (farmers and fisherfolks)
Roll-out the expanded/enhanced PhilGEPS
Improve the PFM of LGUs on Key Result Areas
Zero-based budgeting
Medium Term Expenditure Framework
Organizational Performance Indicators Framework
Other Reforms:
Expand CSO engagement in the budget process
Result-Based Performance Management System (RBPMS) and Performance-Based
Incentive System (PBIS)
Religiously prepare the Annual Investment Plans (AIP) of all government
instrumentalities to consider the activities that are doable and can be funded during the
year in consultation with other service providers
Monitor the trend of LGUs income and expenditure
Adoption of Bottom-up-Budgeting Approach and ensure the inclusion of funding
requirements for the identified development needs at the local level in the budget
proposals of participating agencies
d. Intensify advocacy on good governance
Popularizing the best practices on government’s programs/projects implementation
Intensify anti-corruption programs such as moral and integrity development activities aimed at
promoting integrity development, good governance, ethical leadership and spiritual deepening, viz:
Moral Renewal Program, Integrity Development Reform, Integrity Development Action Plan and
other related programs and activities. Tap the Vanguard Against Graft and Corruption Task Force
as partners in advocacy to eradicate all kinds of criminalities as well as corruption practices. Set-
up citizens watch against abuses of persons in authority.
Continue the communication and advocacy program for the implementation of the plan to harness
the resources for synchronized and purposive actions towards the attainment of the goals and
vision enunciated in the plan.
Advocacy on government activities and services which are geared towards improving the image of
the region to attract more investors and tourists to visit the region.
Coordination in the conduct of advocacy activities by government agencies shall be tightened in
order to create more impact. The use of multi-media shall be encouraged for wider reach among
the region’s stakeholders. The private sector shall likewise be encouraged to participate in
providing right and relevant information to the general public.
Local festivals shall be promoted to showcase tourist destination areas. The region’s best
practices shall also be documented and highlighted. Technical assistance for appropriate
documentation shall be provided, particularly for the local government units.
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e. Improve Local Governance
In line with improving local governance, the region shall focus on empowering the LGUs to be self-reliant
by putting premium on accountability in the delivery of public good and services. This shall involve policy
development and reforms, capacity development for program delivery, strengthening of local special
bodies, and public accountability through the use of Local Government Performance Monitoring System
(LGPMS). The LGPMS shall be highlighted as overall local governance performance. Compliance with
Republic Act 9485 or the Anti-Red Tape Act (ARTA) of 2007 and enforcement of the Citizen’s Charter
shall likewise be pursued vigorously.
Strengthen Local Development Planning Processes
Formulation of CDPs/CLUPs/PDPFP, ELA and other related plans
TABLE 7.20 PREPARATION OF LOCAL PLANS, 2013-2016
Type of Plan 2012
Actual
Target
2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of LGUs with ELA 54 25 54 54 54
Number of LGUs with Approved CLUPs 46 40 45 48 50
Number of LGUs with CDPs 16 * 25 50 50 50
Number of LGUs with DRR/CCA –enhanced PDPFPs
2 2
*2011 data
Source of data: DILG XII, HLURB
Strengthening Local Development Bodies and Systems
Adoption of appropriate systems for the improvement of the delivery of public services at the local
level like the Business Permit Licensing System, Local Governance Performance Monitoring System,
adoption and updating of CBMS among others
To further measure improvement of local governance, organization and monitoring of the
functionality of local special bodies shall be undertaken. The concerns of vulnerable groups (elderly,
women, children, basic sectors) shall be addressed by these special bodies
For the local government units to attain their fullest development as self-reliant communities and
make them more effective partners in the attainment of national goals, the region shall support the
implementation of genuine and meaningful local autonomy as articulated in RA 7160 or the Local
Government Code of 1991.
Strengthening PESO and tripartite council on addressing issues on labor and employment in LGUs
(Tripartism Act)
Strengthen functionality of local monitoring bodies
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TABLE 7.21 SELECTED LOCAL GOVERNANCE INDICATORS, 2013-2016
Indicator 2012 Actual Target
2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of LGUs compliant to ARTA 54 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs with very satisfactory rating in the ARTA-Report Card Survey
54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs Adopting the Business Permit Licensing System
50 50 50 50 50
Number of LGUs with LGU Performance Online Reports 54 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs SLGR effectively communicated to the public
54 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs passing the seal of good housekeeping
54 54 54 54 54
Number of LGUs that adopted the CBMS for planning, budgeting and program targeting
31 37 43 49 54
Number of LGUs with updated CBMS 5 12 19 26 31
No. of Functional Special Local Bodies
Local Peace and Order Councils
Local Development Council
Local Council for the Protection and Welfare of Children
Local Project Monitoring Committee
Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management Council
54 54 54
54
54
54 54 54
54
54
54 54 54
54
54
54 54 54
54
54
54 54 54
54
54
Source of data: DILG XII, OCD XII
Strengthening of Private/Civil Society Participation in the Development Process
GO-NGO partnership in all development endeavors shall be strengthened through continuing
involvement and participation of NGO/Private sectors in government efforts at all levels of governance
Encourage private sectors’ membership in any special bodies of development councils at the regional
and sub-regional levels, as voting members
The practice of allowing the Private Sector Representatives (PSRs) in the Regional Development
Council (RDC), to sit as Chairpersons of the major Sectoral Committees shall be sustained
Participation of PSRs in the budget prioritization, as well as, in the monitoring of development projects
shall continue to be encouraged
The private sector / NGO members of the development councils shall also be considered in
Government’s capacity building programs or advocacy related activities geared towards skills
upgrading or providing new information on government efforts
Promote the spirit of volunteerism through LGU-civil society partnership program
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Sustain efforts and initiatives on Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaptation Integration of Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Climate Change Adaption (CCA) in local planning
and decision-making processes shall be fully realized and institutionalized
Advocacy efforts on understanding the importance of and application of the DRR/CCA concepts
Establish their respective Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office (DRRMO)
Create their DRRM Committees and have implemented DRRM/CCA related projects during the plan
period
Forge a partnership with the academe to support capacity building activities in DRR/CCA
B. Enhance Access to Justice System
The region shall strengthen its justice system and to uphold the rule of law.
a. Effective and efficient delivery of social justice
Maintaining a just and orderly society is one of the concerns that shall be given priority through effective,
efficient delivery of justice. Efforts to act on complaints, requests for assistance and legal queries for the
indigent members of our community shall be continually pursued. This includes continuing provision of
assistance to victims of unjust imprisonment or detention and victims of violent crimes.
To prevent the commission of abuses and exploitation, human rights violations, particularly to the
vulnerable sectors, calls for uniting and mobilizing all stakeholders in the community shall be made
regularly. Database on the number of victims of abuses, the number provided with legal and all other forms
of assistance shall be institutionalized. This shall serve as basis for properly identifying programs and
projects to address the needs of the victims.
Addressing the decongestion of jails and inadequate manpower and logistics support to properly respond to
the needs of the population and the community with regard to the protection of life and property shall also
be considered during the plan period.
To safeguard the welfare of inmates, the region supports the rehabilitation/improvement/expansion and
construction of jail and other related facilities. In addition, is the increase in subsistence allocation for
inmates according to the prevailing price of food commodities.
To make the system more accessible to those in need of justice, LGUs shall be encouraged to implement
measures towards this end, such as the “Justice on Wheels” of the Province of Sarangani. Create additional
Regional Trial Courts in Isulan, Midsayap, Koronadal City and Polomolok and additional lawyer position in
Midsayap, as well as, Prosecutors in the region.
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TABLE 7.22 TARGETS JUDICIAL AND QUASI-JUDICIAL REPRESENTATIONS, 2013-2016
Service Type of
Representation Performance
Indicators 2013 2014 2015 2016
Judicial Services
Criminal Case
Cases Handled 15,483 17,031 18,734 20,607
Cases Terminated
2,761 3,037 3,340 3,674
Civil Case
Cases Handled 1,247 1,371 1,508 1,658
Cases Terminated
184 202 222 244
Quasi Judicial Services
Admin Case
Cases Handled 181 199 218 239
Cases Terminated
101 111 122 134
Prosecutor’s Office
Cases Handled 1,103 1,213 1,334 1,467
Cases Terminated
464 510 561 617
Labor Case
Cases Handled 271 298 327 359
Cases Terminated
77 84 92 101
Jail visitation
768 768 768 768
Source: DOJ-PPA XII
Support the rehabilitation program under parole and probation and sustain the half-way-out program in
South Cotabato Province with the collaboration of Parole and Probation Administration and South Cotabato
Provincial Jail.
TABLE 7.23 TARGETS ON 3-PRONGED HARMONIZED REHABILITATION PROGRAM, 2013-2016
Programs/Projects/ Activities/Indicators
2013 2014 2015 2016
Therapeutic Community Modality
No. of clients participated 887 957 1,033 1,115
Restorative Justice and Juveniles in conflict with the Law
No. of clients assisted
173 186 200 216
Revitalization of Volunteer Probation Aid (VPA) Program
Total Number of VPAs
250 250 250 250
Jail visitation 120 120 120 120
Source: DOJ-PPA XII
b. Intensify implementation of juvenile justice and welfare laws
Efforts shall be made to fully implement RA 9344 or the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act of 2006. All
concerned entities/agencies shall be enjoined to follow what is prescribed in Chapter 2, Sections 23-31 of
RA 9344, which is the implementation of Diversion Programs, particularly at the barangay level.
Support to Republic Act 10627 or the Anti-Bullying Act of 2013 requiring all elementary and secondary
schools to adopt policies to prevent and address the acts of bullying in their institution.
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Provide jail facilities for juvenile offenders to protect them from any form of abuse from the adult
offenders.
c. Full implementation of the criminal justice system
Institutional reforms shall be implemented by national government agencies on the pillars of the
Philippine Criminal Justice System (PCJS). These are law enforcement, prosecution, courts,
correction, and the community.
Support the principle on the presumption of innocence and the Constitution’s recognition of the
“right to bail” through the implementation of Republic Act 10389 entitled “An Act
Institutionalizing Recognizance as a Mode of Granting the release of an indigent person in
Custody as an Accused in a Criminal Case” or the Recognizance Act of 2012.
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CHAPTER 8
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
The SOCCKSARGEN Region considers the importance of developing human resources as a key to
development. The updated Plan shall continue to work towards inclusive growth through equitable and
adequate access to quality basic social services in support to the President’s Social Contract. For the period
of the midterm assessment, some health-related Mid-Decade Goal (MDG) indicators had exceeded the
targets for 2015. Maternal mortality rate (MMR) decreased dramatically from 81.2 % in 2010 to 38.85% in
2012 lower than the MDG target of 51.16% in 2015. Other health-related indicators like IMR, under-five
MR and prevalence of underweight 0-71 months children also decreased while access to sanitary toilets and
safe water manifested a very slight increase. Even with the implementation of the Health Facilities
Enhancement Program under the Aquino Health Agenda, basic health services are still inadequate.
The education and manpower development subsector still suffered some setbacks during the period of
assessment. Basic education is still faced with similar problems as in the past. Even with the
implementation of free education, net enrolment ratio and completion rates showed very slight
improvement in the elementary level while mostly of the indicators in the secondary level showed some
negative results. Enrolment in technical-vocational education and training, as well as in the higher
education level also declined despite the provision of assistance for teachers to undergo post graduate
studies and scholarships to trainees and students.
On the delivery of social protection services, regional line agencies concerned continued to provide
programs and assistance for the very poor families and individuals, the disadvantaged and marginal sectors
during the period of assessment. However, poverty is yet to be addressed through intensified adequate
social protection services. On land and land rights on the other hand, agencies concerned need to fast track
the identification and distribution of ancestral lands for the indigenous people and also those under the
CARP law for farmer beneficiaries.
Inadequate information and data on the housing subsector has remained a problem. The local government
units (LGUs) have yet to address the housing backlogs and the provision of settlement areas for the
disadvantaged groups. While subdivisions had been established widely in the region, mostly of these units
were taken by those with permanent employment both in government and private entities/institutions. The
National Housing Authority and other housing agencies also need to intensify their assistance in addressing
the housing needs of LGUs.
I. Assessment
A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation
The social development sector showed improvements in some areas during the period of assessment. The
status of health-related Mid-Decade Goals (MDGs) in Table 8.1 showed that the region has already attained
the set goals. However, there are still health indicators that need to be improved.
TABLE 8.1 STATUS OF HEALTH-RELATED MDGS
INDICATOR MDG TARGET,
2015 REGION XII STATUS
AS OF 2012
Prevalence of underweight 0-5 years old children
10.12 8.29
Maternal mortality rate (MMR) per 1,000 52 87.88
Under 5 mortality rate per 1,000 live births 25.5 12.06
Access to safe drinking water 88 91.02
Access to sanitary toilets 90 81.74
Source of data: DOH XII
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As presented in Table 8.2, the prevalence of underweight among 0-71 months old is decreasing from 10.54
in 2010 to 8.29 in 2012 due to the continued support and innovative programs/projects of LGUs on nutrition
program and intensified advocacy on nutrition education. Maternal mortality ratio (MMR) increased from
81.2 per 100,000 live births in 2010 to 87.88 in 2012. This is because of the low coverage of mothers
having 4 prenatal visits at only 46.61 percent which resulted to late detection of risk pregnancies and late
referrals. Another factor affecting the increase in maternal deaths is low accomplishment in the facility
based delivery. Although it showed increasing trends in the past three years, still it is low at 64.80% and
way below the 2012 target of 70 percent. With the implementation of the Health Facilities Enhancement
Program (HFEP), access to licensed and accredited hospitals and other health care facilities has improved.
Under this continuing program, from 2010 to 2012, construction, repair and rehabilitation of barangay
health stations, birthing stations and hospitals were undertaken. Programs and projects were likewise
implemented in response to the Aquino Health Agenda (AHA)-Kalusugang Pangkalahatan: Achieving
Universal Health Care for all Filipinos in improving the health condition of mothers and children.
While progressive decline in the prevalence of underweight children (0-71 mos.) was noted during the
period of assessment, there is still a need to improve programs addressing the nutritional status of children
especially in the first 1,000 days of life that is from 0-23 months. Based on the data presented, there is also
a need to improve the immunization program for children.
On the other hand, communicable and infectious diseases still remain the leading causes of morbidity and
tuberculosis among the top leading causes of death in the region. In the late 2011, case detection rate
included all forms of TB and those of children bringing to a decrease from 100.91% in 2010 to 81.18% in
2012. The decrease in detection was due to inclusion of all forms of TB among children while in previous
years detection was concentrated among adults. The decrease in the cases and cure of tuberculosis may be
attributed to the massive campaign of DOH XII on the advantage of its early detection and the provision of
assistance in the treatment of the disease. Another reason in the decrease of cure rate was the failure of
some patients to continue treatment due to migration to the urban areas.
TABLE 8.2 STATUS OF CORE HEALTH INDICATORS, 2010-2012
HEALTH INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
Maternal mortality ratio (per 100,000 live births) 81.2 70.86 87.88
Infant mortality rate (per 1,000 live births) 4.63 4.57 8.41
Under five mortality rate (per 1,000 live births) 7.27 6.75 12.06
Prevalence of underweight children 0-71 months old 9.31 9.31 8.29
Contraceptive prevalence rate (all methods) 59.88 52.44 49.89
National Health Insurance Program enrolment 997,845 1,221,485 1,244,522
Malaria morbidity 18.92 3.68 1.29
Percent of fully immunized children 87.29 81.18 79.29
Proportion of births attended by health professionals 65.08 67.48 73.52
Proportions of birth delivered in facility 40.2 57.09 64.80
Pre-natal services coverage 57.94 45.06 46.61
Post-natal services coverage 65.17 59.40 63.64
Fully Immunized Mother (TT2+) 55.38 54.19 52.77
Hospital bed to population *ratio is for total hospital beds, not categorized by level & std ratio is 1:1000
1:1048 1:1017 1: 972
Sources of data: DOH-CHD XII; PHIC XII; NNC XII
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TABLE 8.2 STATUS OF CORE HEALTH INDICATORS, 2010-2012 (CONT’D)
HEALTH INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
Hospital manpower to population ratio Physician
1:39235 1:61101 1:56068
Nurse 1: 17896 1:16495 1:11574
Midwife 1:4489 1:4966 1:4698
Sanitary Inspector 1:46368 1:51645 1:52015
Dentist 1:68007 1:85063 1:86344
Tb case detection ( all forms) 100.91 86.27 81.18
TB cure rate increased 86.61 84.58 83.11
Household with sanitary toilets 80.71 80.47 81.24
Household with access to Safe water supply 90.25 90.85 91.02
Sources of data: DOH-CHD XII; PHIC XII; NNC XII
B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human Resources
a. Basic Education
In basic education, participation of school age children is measured using the indicator of net enrolment
ratio and the retention of pupils and students by using cohort survival rate. Net enrolment ratio in the
elementary level improved from 80 percent during School Year (SY) 2009- 2010 to 85 percent in SY 2011-
2012 which is still far below the MDG and EFA targets while cohort survival declined from 64 percent to
63 percent in the same period. Completion rate very slightly increased from 62 percent in 2010 to 63
percent in 2012. These indicate that only about six (6) out of ten (10) pupils who entered Grade 1were able
to reach and complete Grade 6. Record also shows that about eight (8) percent of the pupils leave school
even before the end of the school year. Performance of pupils in the National Achievement Tests was at 71
percent in 2012.
In the secondary level, net enrolment and cohort survival rates showed a decreasing trend. About 50 to 52
percent of those of high school age enroll in the public high schools in the region. Of those enrolled in First
Year, only 78 percent were able to reach fourth year high school in 2010 which declined by about four (4)
percent in 2012. Completion rate also showed a downward trend from 73 percent to 68 percent in 2012.
About eight (8) or nine (9) out of 100 high school students dropped out from school before the end of the
school year from 2010-2012. Performance of students in the National Achievement Tests was quite low
during the three school years. Other indicators in Table 8.4 are also presented.
TABLE 8.3 BASIC EDUCATION INDICATORS, 2010-2012
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
Net Enrolment Rate Elementary Secondary
80.32 52.26
84.13 51.93
85.83 50.31
Completion Rate Elementary Secondary
62.29 73.30
63.33 72.34
63.36 68.21
Cohort Survival Rate Elementary Secondary
64.67 78.47
65.03 76.77
63.36 74.45
School Leaver Rate Elementary Secondary
9.16 8.14
8.90 8.70
8.59 9.61
National Achievement Test (Passing Rate) Elementary Secondary
71.73 46.28
72.60 48.07
71.51 47.98
Source of data: DepEd XII
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TABLE 8.3 BASIC EDUCATION INDICATORS, 2010-2012 (CONT’D)
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
Classroom-Pupil/Student Ratio Elementary Secondary
1:42.27 1:52.5
1:41.7 1:48.28
1:43.16 1:51.5
Teacher-Pupil/Student Ratio Elementary Secondary
1:39 1:38
1:38
1:34.76
1:39.32 1:37.8
Furniture-Pupil/Student Ratio Elementary Secondary
1:1.16 1:1.23
1:1.36 1:1.20
1:1.39 1:1.17
Source of data: DepEd XII
C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training
During the period of assessment, total graduates of technical-vocational education training decreased by
about 15 percent in 2011 and increased by 16 percent the following year. While the number of graduates in
all modes of training decreased in 2011, increase of graduates from the community-based trainings at 37
percent and 43 percent from the center-based were recorded 1n 2012. Slots under PESFA and other
scholarship grants for TVET dropped drastically by more than 83 percent in 2011but remarkably increased
by more than 77 percent the following year. Under the assessment and certification program in which
TESDA is mandated to conduct assessment of TVET graduates and trainees across all occupations, an
increasing trend in the certification rate was noted. A total of 471 TVET trainers were provided with skills
training under the capability-building program of TESDA.
TABLE 8.4 TVET INDICATORS, 2010-2012
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
Number of TVET Graduates School/Institution-based Community-based Center-based Enterprise-based
54,659 31,338 16,075 2,681 4,565
46,212 28,694 12,645 2,661 2,212
55,427 28,628 20,095 4,717 1,987
Number of Scholarship Slots PESFA TWSP
1,178 4,353
673 242
1,474 2,577
Assessment and Certification No. of Persons Assessed No. of Persons Certified Certification Rate
32,628 23,091 71%
29,842 24,226 81%
37,033 30,645 83%
Capability-building Program No. of Trainers Trained
189
215
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Source of data: TESDA XII
D. Higher Education
An increase of more than 25 percent in the enrolment in higher education institutions was recorded in 2012.
This can be attributed to the continuing provision of various scholarships from the government and other
financial assistance programs from other entities and individuals. Teachers in both public and private
institutions were also encouraged to undertake graduate and post-graduate studies as a way of upgrading
their professional skills and capabilities. As of 2012, a total of 188 teachers had their master’s degrees while
a total of 1,149 are with doctorate degrees.
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In response to the needs and requirements for quality and competitive workforce, higher education
institutions continued to undergo accreditation of their programs. By 2012, there are 15 institutions in the
region with accredited programs. However, despite the upgrading of teachers’ competencies and
accreditation of programs, the performance of graduates in the licensure examinations across all disciplines
during the period is quite low at 32.71 percent in 2012.
There are five (5) state colleges and universities and 87 private colleges offering higher education
throughout the region.
TABLE 8.5 HIGHER EDUCATION INDICATORS, 2010-2012
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012
No. of graduates across disciplines
11,342
11,673
14,647
Higher Education Faculty with: Master’s Degree Doctorate Degree
1,149 188
No. of scholarship slots
171
459
386
No. of HEIs with accredited programs
15
No. of HEIs Public (SUCs) Private
5
5
87
5
87
Passing Percentage in Licensure Examinations across all disciplines
32.71
Sources of data: CHED RO XII/CFCST/SKPSC/USM/CCSPC
E. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services
During the period of assessment, the NCIP incessantly implemented programs and projects for the
protection and rights of the indigenous peoples and cultural communities. Educational assistance were
provided to IP students and health services were extended to the indigent families.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) XII continued to strengthen its partnership
with the local government units (LGUs) and non-government organizations in the delivery of its services.
Under the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program or 4 Ps, from 32,497 beneficiaries in 2010, it increased to
196,896 in 2011 and 197,488 in 2012. The greater number of households enrolled under the program came
from Cotabato Province and the least was from General Santos City. Under the KALAHI-CIDSS Program,
the number of participating barangays which adopted and institutionalized the program’s approach and
strategy increased from 74 in 2010 to 149 in 2012.
Basic social services were also provided to the vulnerable and disadvantaged sectors of the region. Among
these were women in especially difficult circumstances which showed a decrease within the period,
children in need of special protection which recorded an increase and about 102 persons with disability
were assisted in 2012.
The number of children in hazardous work was alarmingly increasing and during the period of review, from
659 in 2010, the number assisted by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) XII increased to
1,520 in 2012. Families who are victims of various forms of disaster were continually provided with relief
assistance and cash for work. An increasing number of elderly persons were also granted with social
pension as provided under RA 9994.
Under the Hunger Mitigation Program, DSWD, in coordination with other concerned agencies,
implemented its feeding program to children in Day Care Centers. A total of 91,365 children were served
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under the program in 2011 which increased to 106, 363 children in 2012. The agencies selected Day Care
Centers with identified malnourished children.
The number of jobseekers placed for local employment through the PESOs totaled to 72,246 in 2011 but
decreased by more than 25 percent in 2012. This was made possible through the conduct of jobs fair in the
provinces and cities every year. However, many graduates of higher education land into jobs that do not
match with their respective courses.
From 2010 to 2012, the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration had documented overseas Filipino
workers (OFWs) in the region. As shown in Table 8.10, 10,318 OFWs both land and sea-based were
recorded in 2011 which is higher than that in 2010 and 2012.
TABLE 8.6 SELECTED SOCIAL PROTECTION INDICATORS, 2010-2012
INDICATORS 2010 2011 2012 No. of poor households covered by CCT (4 Ps) 32,497 196,896 197,488
No. of barangays with KALAHI-CIDSS projects 74 130 149
No. of women in especially difficult circumstances assisted
44
126
61
No. of IP beneficiaries provided with emergency assistance in crisis situation
300
132
250
No. of IP school children provided with scholarships
526 563 563
No. of children in hazardous work assisted 659 1,549 1,520
No. of children in need of special protection assisted
616 625 709
No. of families who are victims of disaster provided with relief assistance/cash for work
123,949
398,928
54,348
No. of poor senior citizens covered by social pension
5,064 8,105
No. of PWDs assisted 105 80 102
Total no. of OFWs documented a. Land-based b. Sea-based
7,029 635
9,226 1,092
6,938 462
No. of Day Care children served (Feeding Program)
32,590 91,365 109,363
No. of jobseekers placed in local employment 47,636 72,246 53,929
Sources of data: DSWD XII, NCIP XII, DOLE XII
F. Adequate and Safe Housing
Shelter as a basic need, plays a critical role in the economic development of a particular locality. The need
for decent housing in the region remains unmet despite efforts of concerned housing agencies and the local
government units to address this situation.
During the period of assessment, the accomplishments of the National Housing Authority (NHA) showed a
slow pace due to the lack of LGU-owned lands for socialized housing and resettlement. One of the most
recent programs implemented in 2012 was the provision assistance to low income personnel of the Armed
Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and the Philippine National Police (PNP) in the acquisition of socialized
housing units. For the period covered, a total of 3,048 housing units were produced under the various
programs of NHA XII.
The Housing Development Mutual Fund (HDMF) or the Pag-Ibig Fund’s share of end-user financing taken
out on a yearly basis is shown in Table 8.13. Of the 19 LGUs covered by HDMF-General Santos City,
majority of take out which was about 69 percent were from General Santos City, followed by Koronadal
City and Polomolok, South Cotabato with 19 percent and 7 percent respectively and Alabel with 4 percent.
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TABLE 8.7 HOUSING INDICATORS, 2010-2013
INDICATORS/AREA 2010 2011 2012
Target Actual Target Actual Target Actual
Share of end-user financing to housing target
951 956 1,433 1,039 1,409 857
No. of LGUs with updated Shelter Plan
No. of private subdivisions established Sultan Kudarat Province Cotabato City
18
18
3
18
No. of resettlement areas established for the disadvantaged group/informal settlers Sultan Kudarat Province Cotabato City
2
4
2
4
2
4
No. of socialized housing subdivisions established by LGUs Sultan Kudarat Province Cotabato City
12 2
12 3
2
12 1
Source of data: HDMF-GSC. Sultan Kudarat Province, Cotabato City, Kidapawan City
Among the Local Government Units (LGUs), Sultan Kudarat province has recorded18 private subdivisions
with about 3,462 low-cost housing units constructed. By 2012, it has also established 12 subdivisions with
1,084 socialized housing units constructed. To address the housing needs of the disadvantaged group and
informal settlers, the province had established four (4) resettlement areas.
The City Government of Cotabato has engaged into land banking focused on developing acquired lands into
relocation and resettlement sites for the informal settlers living in danger zones and some public places.
This effort is in partnership with NHA and DILG. The LGU has also drafted its Local Shelter Plan and still
undergoing refinement. Housing needs/backlogs in the City which was 7,012 in 2010 has not been
addressed.
Under the new leadership in Kidapawan City, a 9.945 hectares for its Pabahay Projects in two locations for
poor beneficiaries was proposed where a total of 874 low-cost housing units shall be constructed.
Expansion and establishment of resettlement areas for informal settlers along road right of ways were also
undertaken during the period of assessment. The local chief executive had also issued an Executive Order
creating the City Housing Board which shall be implementing
II. Development Challenges
A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation
An economically productive society requires individuals who are physically and mentally healthy. With the
slight improvement in the health-related indicators during the period of assessment, the prevailing poor
health and nutrition condition of the population is due to poor quality of services and the inequitable
distribution of health professionals throughout the region. There is a need to intensify the implementation of
nutrition-related programs and projects to address malnutrition, particularly among infant and young
children and pregnant and lactating mothers in the region.
With the implementation of the Health Facilities Enhancement Program (HFEP), a number of physical
health facilities were upgraded and improved. However, there is still a need to continue and strengthen its
implementation to address the need for more hospitals, birthing stations and barangay health stations
throughout the region.
Efforts of reaching out the poor through the National Household Targeting System for Poverty Reduction
(NHTS-PR) need to be intensified for possible increase of health insurance coverage to include the most
disadvantaged and the informal sector. While health insurance coverage increased during the three-year
period from 2010 to 2013, a great number of poor people have yet to be reached.
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B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human Resources
The performance of the subsector show that more efforts are needed to keep the children in school. Despite
the efforts of implementing the strategies of the Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda (BESRA), the
region continued to be faced with the challenge to further improve the delivery of basic education services
to ensure the increase of participation rate of all school-age children. Collaborative efforts with the
community and private sector need to be strengthened for support particularly in the implementation of the
K-12 Basic Education Program.
Low performance in the national achievement tests can also be attributed to the lack of classrooms,
teachers, books and other relevant instructional materials and references. While there are many school
facilities that need to be upgraded, there is still lack of these facilities. School equipment, tools and shop
rooms, particularly for technical-vocational high schools are also among the inadequacies that need to be
addressed. Inefficient mobilization and utilization of resources may be an impediment in ensuring that
children will be able to complete a full course of primary schooling by 2015 as embodied in the Mid-
Decade Goal of achieving universal primary education.
The need to improve the quality of education for Muslim and IP school children is another area for
consideration of the Department of Education, particularly on the indigenization of the curriculum.
C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training and Higher Education
Even with the improvement and innovations in technical-vocational education and training (TVET) and
higher education, the sector remains confronted with the following challenges and issues:
a. Mismatch in education sector outputs with manpower requirements of an agri-industrial economy;
b. Implementation of Philippine Qualification Framework (PQF) not prioritized for workforce
development;
c. Weak linkages with the industry sector and academe other stakeholders;
d. Low performance in the licensure examinations across disciplines;
e. The equal distributions of slots for scholarship programs; and
f. Need for a strong collaboration among education sector/agencies such as: DepEd, CHED, TESDA in
the implementation of K to 12.
D. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services
Despite the wide implementation of special protection programs and projects, there are still a number of
poor families and vulnerable beneficiaries that need to be reached out. This is one major challenge that the
social sector need to address. Other major challenges include the following:
a. Limited social protection interventions for displaced and repatriated workers; informal sector; persons
with disabilities; the elderly; and orphans;
b. Need to strengthen capability of local government units to deliver social protection services; and
c. High incidence of children engaged in hazardous work.
E. Adequate and Safe Housing
The growing number of illegal settlers/dwellers, low funds for housing, limited lands for socialized housing
and other resettlement sites remained to be the major challenges of the housing sector. Hence, the demand
for socialized housing projects as a multi-sector effort necessitates the creation of the Local Housing Board
to address all these concerns. Other specific challenges include the following:
a. Lack of data on housing from the local government units;
b. Need to formulate/update LGU shelter plans consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plans; and
c. Strengthen participation of the private sector in addressing housing backlogs.
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III. Strategies
A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation
The goal of the health sector is to ensure the population of universal access to quality health care, nutrition
and sanitation. The region shall continue to improve the efficient utilization and allocation of its resources
and endeavor to mobilize said resources both at the local and regional level. In achieving Universal Health
Care for Filipinos, the region has aligned its efforts towards the implementation of its strategic thrusts. The
local government units (LGUs) shall look intoincreasing its investment for nutrition to address malnutrition
among children, particularly those 0-71 months old and to support the promotion of good nutrition
specifically the Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF). It shall also continue to strengthen its advocacy
among local government units (LGUs) on expanding the enrolment of the poorest individuals and the
informal sector in the social health insurance program of the government. The Philippine Health Insurance
Corporation (PHIC), in collaboration with concerned line agencies shall continue its massive information
and education on the benefits that can be availed by participating individuals in the health insurance
program. LGUs shall also strengthen the local health boards to function efficiently as provided by law.
To further address the prevailing challenges of the sector and in continuing support of the Aquino Health
Agenda towards achieving Universal Health Care for all Filipinos, the region shall undertake the following
specific strategies:
a. Strengthening and improvement of the Health Financing Programs;
b. Improvement and increasing access to quality healthcare facilities and service delivery;
c. Advocacy in the promotion of the use of available local alternative medicines for primary health
care d. Implementation and enforcement of Health Regulations and Standards;
e. Intensifying the conduct of the National Households Targeting Survey for Poverty Reduction
(NHTS-PR) and enrolment to health insurance of poor people and the informal sector; and
f. Strengthening good governance of the health sector.
B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human Resources
To be able to attain the goal of providing equal access to quality basic education, the foregoing challenges
must be addressed. Hence, the following strategies are recommended:
a. Mainstreaming the requirements of attaining the MDGs through the implementation of the priority
strategies of Basic Education Sector Reform Agenda (BESRA);
b. Establishment of 500 schools for secondary education;
c. Upgrading of teachers’ competence through scholarships, in-service trainings cum capability
building and provision of welfare programs;
d. Strengthening inclusive education through continuing support and expansion of elementary and
secondary specialized curriculum; and
e. Continuing support and expansion of alternative modalities and learning system implementation.
C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training and Higher Education
For the remaining period 2013- 2016, the sector shall undertake the following strategies to continue to
endeavor to provide equal access to TVET and higher education:
a. Review of school curriculum including agriculture courses, to be more relevant and responsive to
the needs of industries and manpower requirements of the region’s agri-industrial economy and be
comparable to international standard;
b. Intensifying Labor Market information, education and communication of in-demand courses in the
local and global market through tri-media;
c. Strengthening promotion and advocacy on the K to 12 implementation;
d. Intensifying research and analysis of the domestic and international labor market situation and
employment opportunities;
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e. Development of evaluation, monitoring and regulatory mechanisms of the courses/programs
offered by private technical-vocational and higher education institutions which are demand driven;
and
f. Expansion and intensifying employment facilitation services/job placement programs through the
Guidance and Placement Services of HEIs and the Blue Desks in the TVIs.
D. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services
To achieve poverty alleviation and in consideration of inclusive growth, there is a need to pursue the
following strategies:
a. Strengthening of protection services for children, orphans and youth in need of special protection,
women in especially difficult circumstances, the elderly, persons with disability, displaced and
repatriated workers;
b. Strengthen advocacy on special protection programs and projects, rights and welfare of vulnerable
workers and the putting up of at least one “Bahay Pag-asa” in every province to cater to the increasing
number of children in conflict with the law;
c. Empower/Capacitate PESO managers in advocating and in providing assistance to beneficiaries in the
preparation of project proposals on special protection programs and projects;
d. Strengthen coordination between DSWD and LGUs in setting up a mechanism for identifying SP
programs and projects and beneficiaries;
e. Improving care help/rehabilitation centers and community-based structures that address survival and
protection needs of children;
f. Provision of educational assistance for working children and livelihood assistance for parents of
children in hazardous work;
g. Sustaining the Child-Friendly Movement in the region;
h. Provision of skills training and livelihood assistance to the vulnerable sector
i. Expand the number of Listahanan (NHTS-PR) identified poor households covered by at least 2 Social
Welfare Development programs
j. Provision of capability building to ensure full functionality of Local Social Welfare & Development
Offices.
E. Adequate and Safe Housing
To be able to see the real condition of the housing sector, there is a need to improve data gathering,
particularly from the local government units. It is imperative to have ample data on the housing needs and
backlogs in the locality as an input to development planning. At present, the available data on hand does not
reflect the present status of the sector.
Mostly of the LGUs need to formulate and or update their Local Shelter Development Plans. The creation
or strengthening of the Local Housing Board (LHB) will pave the way to an efficient and effective
formulation/updating of the Local Shelter Development Plan of cities and provinces in the region. A
functional LHB which serves as an advisory body on housing will assist the LGU in providing access to
affordable housing especially for the poor and low-income population; encourage private sector
participation in housing production; and facilitate multi-sectoral interaction in shelter planning, plan review
and implementation. The LHB may also recommend and identify housing-related projects to be
implemented by the concerned LGU and perform consistency checking with the Comprehensive Land Use
Plan to ensure the integration of disaster-risk reduction and climate change concerns.
To address the problem of the increasing number of informal settlers and the disadvantaged sector, the local
government will have to identify, acquire lands and other settlement and resettlement sites and develop for
socialized and low-cost housing. The housing needs of the formal sector including government employees
must also be given equal consideration by LGUs in establishing socialized and low-cost housing
subdivisions.
The active participation of the private sector in sustaining the conduct of housing caravans is another
strategy of addressing housing backlogs in the cities and provinces of the region. Establishing a strong
networking system among private organizations and private developers will also contribute in the
accomplishment of housing targets set by the LGUs.
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IV. Plan Targets
A. Health Care, Nutrition and Sanitation
In the pursuit of ensuring the implementation of UHC-AHA/Kalusugan Pangkalahatan, the region shall
endeavor to achieve the targets indicated in the Table below.
TABLE 8.8 TARGETS FOR SELECTED HEALTH INDICATORS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS 2010
Baseline 2013 2014 2015 2016
Maternal mortality ratio (per 100,000 live births)
81.2
75
70
60
52
Infant mortality rate (per 1,000 live births)
4.63 4.0 4.0 4.0 3.0
Under five mortality rate (per 1,000 live births)
7.27 5% reduction per year from the 2010 baseline
Prevalence of underweight children 0-71 months old
9.31
8.04
7.34
6.71
6.13
Contraceptive prevalence rate (all methods)
59.88 55 60 65 65
National Health Insurance Program enrolment
997,845 1,267,559 1,521,070 1,825,284 2,190,336
National Health Insurance Program coverage rate
90
90
90
90
Malaria Mortality 0 Sustain 0 case fatality
Malaria morbidity 18.92 0.05 per 100,000 population
Percent of fully-immunized children 87.29 90 90 95 95
Proportion of births attended by health professionals
65.08
75
80
85
90
Proportions of birth delivered in facility 40.2 75 80 85 90
Pre-natal services coverage 57.94 75 80 85 90
Post-natal services coverage 65.17 68 70 75 80
Fully Immunized Mother (TT2+) 55.38 60 65 75 80
Hospital bed to population 1:1048 1:1000 1:1000 1:1000 1:1000 Hospital manpower to population ratio Physician
1:39235
1:20000
1:20000
1:20000 1:20000
Nurse 1:17896 1:10000 1:10000 1:10000 1:1000
0
Midwife 1:4489 10% increase per year
Sanitary Inspector 1:46368 1:20000 1:20000 1:20000 1:2000
0
Dentist 1:68007 1:50000 1:50000 1:50000 1:5000
0 TB case detection ( all forms) *baseline used is 2012 to conform with the new definition
81.18 85 85 85 85
TB cure *2012 baseline 83.11 85 85 85 85
Household with sanitary toilets and facilities
80.71 90 90 90 90
Household with access to Safe water supply
90.25 Sustenance
Sources of data: DOH-CHD XII;PHIC XII; NNC XII
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B. Education and Training and Globally Competitive Human Resources
The region shall endeavor to achieve the targets indicated in Table 8.5 to ensure that equal access to quality
basic education will be attained by the end of the planning period.
TABLE 8.9 BASIC EDUCATION TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS 2010
Baseline 2013 2014 2015 2016
Net Enrolment Rate Elementary Secondary
80.32 52.26
88 54
91 65
96.1 77
100
93.34
Completion Rate Elementary Secondary
62.29 73.30
66
70.5
68 72
73.3
75.02
82.52 75.63
Cohort Survival Rate Elementary Secondary
64.67 78.47
68 78
73.36 79.45
82.62 82.09
86.76 83.91
School Leaver Rate Elementary Secondary
9.16 8.14
6.5 8.0
4.5 7.0
2.59 6.61
0 0
National Achievement Test (Passing Rate) Elementary Secondary
71.73 46.28
72 49
72.5 53
73.3
62.98
75 75
Classroom-Pupil/Student Ratio Elementary Secondary
1:42.27 1:52.5
1:45.60 1:49.36
1:35.57 1:34.67
1:33 1:30
1:30 1:28
Teacher-Pupil/Student Ratio Elementary Secondary
1:39 1:38
1:34.3 1:36.57
1:33.57 1:35.58
1:30 1:35
1:30 1:35
Furniture-Pupil/Student Ratio Elementary Secondary
1:1.16 1:1.23
1:1.10 1:1.19
1:1 1:1
1:1 1:1
1:1 1:1
Source of data: DepEd XII
C. Technical-Vocational Education and Training and Higher Education
To ensure that equal access to technical-vocational education training and higher education be achieved and
more competent workforce will be produced in the region, the education and manpower sector had set the
following targets for the period 2013-2016:
TABLE 8.10 TVET TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS 2010
Baseline 2013 2014 2015 2016
No. of TVET Graduates a. School/Institution-based b. Community-based c. Center-based d. Enterprise-based
31,338 16,075 2,681 4,565
23,157 21,012 3,323 701
28,000 15,500 3,500 1,500
29,400 15,750 3,600 1,575
30,000 16,537 3,800 1,600
No. of Scholarship Slots a. PESFA b. TWSP
1,178 4,353
1,549 2,674
800
1,500
850
1,600
900
1,800
Assessment and Certification a. No. of Persons Assessed b. No. of Persons Certified c. Certification Rate
32,628 23,091 71%
37,032 30,648 83%
25,000 21,250 85%
25,500 21,500 84%
26,100 23,000 88%
Capability-building Program No. of TVET trainers trained
189
100
125
135
140
Source of data: TESDA XII
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TABLE 8.11 HIGHER EDUCATION TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS 2010
Baseline 2013 2014 2015 2016
No. of graduates across disciplines 11,342
Higher Education Faculty with: Master’s Degree Doctorate Degree
1,149* 188*
1,313 338
1,500 400
1,700 450
1,800 500
No. of scholarship slots 171
Passing Percentage in Licensure Examinations across all disciplines
50%
60%
75%
80%
* Data available is 2012
Source of data: CHEDRO XII
D. Promoting Strong and Effective Social Protection Services
For the remaining period, the social protection sector shall endeavor to achieve the targets indicated in the
Table below.
TABLE 8.12 SOCIAL PROTECTION TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATORS 2013 2014 2015 2016
No. of poor households covered by CCT (4 Ps) 186,014 195,512 169,072 70,161
No. of barangays with KALAHI-CIDSS projects 133 36
No. of women in especially difficult circumstances assisted
200
240
260
320
No. of IP beneficiaries provided with emergency assistance in crisis situation
No. of IP school children provided with scholarships
No. of children in hazardous work assisted 204 225 248 273
No. of children in need of special protection assisted
720 860 990 1,190
No. of poor senior citizens covered by social pension
8,105 9,770 11,760 14,080
No. of PWDs assisted 120 144 170 200
No. of Day Care Children served (Feeding Program)
92,654 111,200 134,900 148,400
No. of jobseekers placed in local employment 42,000 52,698 57,968 63,468
Total no. of OFWs documented
Sources of data: DSWD XII; NCIP XII; DOLE XII
E. Adequate and Safe Housing
Housing targets are covered under the social infrastructure section of Chapter 5.
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CHAPTER 9
PEACE AND SECURITY
I. Assessment
For the period 2010 to 2012, SOCCSKSARGEN has been generally peaceful with the efforts of the various
government law enforcement agencies focused on maintaining stable peace and order condition in different
localities of Region XII. At the forefront of these initiatives during the past three (3) years was the
primordial responsibility given to the police of strictly implementing programs geared toward crime
prevention activities.
The military units operating in the region were also mobilized to partner with the civilian law enforcement
agencies to secure the general population and vital installations, and at the same time, counter the threats
posed by lawless groups that seek to wreak havoc and fear among the people. The active participation and
vigilance of the citizenry remained as an integral and vital component of achieving, in general, a sustained
peace, development and security situation in Region XII within the period under review.
Despite the headways achieved in the security front, however, the region is still threatened by sporadic
criminal and terrorist-related activities such as gun-for-hire (shootings), kidnap for ransom, bombings and
armed conflicts. The continuation or proliferation of these incidents could undermine the recent positive
economic performance of SOCCSKSARGEN as reflected in the Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP)
and adversely impact the development thrust of establishing an investment-friendly climate in Region XII.
A. Improved Peace and Order
1. Crime prevention
According to the Philippine National Police (PNP), heightened police visibility is an effective deterrent to
crime. The strategy of Police Regional Office (PRO) XII through its different Provincial/City Police
Offices and Municipal Police Stations is the deployment of police elements in locations such as terminals,
churches, malls, public markets, parks and festivals which are frequented by people to hinder and prevent
the commission of crimes that result to massive injuries and casualties.
Police visibility has been crucial in the reduction of crime volume in risky and critical areas. The
government troops from the Philippine Army and Philippine Marine Corps who were assigned in Task
Forces/Groups have aided and were also instrumental in curbing the deterioration of peace and order in the
urban centers of the region. The establishment of police and military checkpoints likewise provides
opportunities to thwart potential instigation of crimes or apprehend personalities that violate existing laws
among others carrying of unlicensed firearms, driving without license or driving vehicles which are
unregistered or have expired registration.
The volume of crime in four (4) of the six (6) provincial/city police office have reduced from 2011 to 2012.
Very significant reduction of crime volume were registered in the Provinces of Sarangani (-35.56%), South
Cotabato (-31.27%) and Sultan Kudarat (-30.36%). For the entire Region XII, crime volume dropped by -
22.58 percent. However, crime incidents increased in Cotabato Province (6.22%) and Cotabato City
(13.88%) during the first two years of the plan period. There was also improvement in the regional crime
solution efficiency from 39.30 percent in 2011 to 40.88 percent in 2012. Sarangani had the highest solution
efficiency among the six (6) police offices at 59.21 percent and South Cotabato the lowest solution
efficiency at 24.72 percent. Table 9.1 show the comparative crime solution efficiency of each police office
in SOCCSKSARGEN for 2011 and 2012.
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TABLE 9.1 CRIME SOLUTION EFFICIENCY, BY PROVINCIAL/CITY POLICE OFFICE, 2011-2012
POLICE OFFICE
2012 2011 % GROWTH (CRIME
VOLUME) CRIME
VOLUME CRIME
SOLVED
CRIME SOLUTION
EFFICIENCY (%)
CRIME VOLUME
CRIME SOLVED
CRIME SOLUTION
EFFICIENCY (%)
Cotabato Provincial Police Office (CCPO)
1,521 773 50.82 1,432 606 42.32 6.22
Sarangani Provincial Police Office (SPPO)
1,069 633 59.21 1,659 869 52.38 (35.56)
Sultan Kudarat Provincial Police Office (SKPPO)
1,218 673 55.25 1,749 644 36.82 (30.36)
South Cotabato Provincial Police Office (SCPPO)
2,350 581 24.72 3,419 1,106 32.35 (31.27)
Cotabato City Police Office (CCPO)
402 200 49.75 353 144 40.79 13.88
General Santos City Police Office (GSCPO)
844 345 40.88 975 399 40.92 (13.44)
Total 7,422 3,205 43.18 9,587 3,768 39.30 (22.58)
Source of data: PRO XII
For the period under review, PRO XII has also employed the Force Multiplier System to augment the
inadequate number of law enforcers in the region. The Force Multiplier System (FMS) taps the assistance
of private security personnel such as the security guards of business and banking establishments to monitor
the vicinity of their jurisdiction and immediately report to the PNP any suspicious activities that are
observed. The FMS also utilizes the Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams (BPAT) or “barangay tanods”
for proactive crime prevention activities at the grassroots level. The FMS has helped the PNP address its
lack of personnel because Section 27 of Republic Act (RA) 6975 or the Department of the Interior and
Local Government Act of 1990 prescribes that the ideal police to population ratio is 1 policeman to every
500 inhabitants. At the start of the planning period, the police to population ratio in SOCCSKSARGEN
was recorded at 1:973 and to comply with the provision of RA 6975 on the ideal proportion, PRO XII
proposed the intensification of police recruitment or increased the quota for Region XII. But as of July
2013, police to population ratio in SOCCSKSARGEN is more than double of the ideal proportion at
1:1,157 which is 489 police officers short of the 2013 target of 1:668. The area which is nearest to the ideal
ratio is SKPPO at 1:883 while CPPO is farthest from the ideal ratio at 1:1,438. Table 9.2 show the existing
ratio of police to population as compared to the target set from 2010 to July 2013 per Provincial and City
Police Office.
TABLE 9.2 POLICE TO POPULATION RATIO, BY PROVINCIAL/CITY POLICE OFFICE, 2010-2013
POLICE OFFICE
2010 2011 2012 2013 (JULY)
Target Accomp. Target Accomp. Target Accomp. Target Accomp.
CCPO No data
per area
police office
1:1,554 No data per
area police office
1:1,469 No data
per area
police office
1:1,374 No data
per area
police office
1:1,438
SPPO 1:1,252 1:1,185 1:1,077 1:1,129
SCPPO 1:1,263 1:1,129 1:1,027 1:1,075
SKPPO 1:937 1:868 1:847 1:883
CCPO 1:963 1:974 1:963 1:960
GSCPO 1:1,433 1:1,374 1:1,289 1:1,315
REGION 1:852 1:973 1:780 1:1,183 1:721 1:1,183 1:668 1:1,157
Source of data: PRO XII
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Inorder to effectively carry-out its mission which is: To Serve and Protect, PRO XII also targeted the
construction of critical infrastructure projects such as the South Cotabato Provincial Police Office (SCPPO)
and nine (9) municipal police stations from 2010 to 2012. The SCPPO was not constructed but as of 30
August 2013, PRO XII has discussed this matter with the Provincial Government. Six out of the nine
municipal police stations which were targeted for construction from 2010 to 2012 have been completed.
This translates to 66.67 percent accomplishment and the Municipalities of Alamada, Banisilan, Magpet and
Tulunan in Cotabato Province, as well as, the Municipalities of T’boli and Tupi in South Cotabato have
new municipal police station. Table 9.3 shows the critical infrastructure of PRO 12 from 2010-2012.
TABLE 9.3 PRO 12 CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS, 2010-2012
CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
PROJECT 2010 2011 2012
Construction of South Cotabato Provincial Police Office
TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP.
- - 1 0 - -
Construction / Completion of City / Municipal Police Stations
2 2 (Tulunan; Magpet)
5 2 (Tupi; T’boli)
2 2 (Alamada; Banisilan)
Source of data: PRO XII
From 2010 to 2012, the National Police Commission (NAPOLCOM) XII has institutionalized crime
prevention advocacy activities across the region. Throughout the planning period, the development and
management of various crime prevention programs centered on the support and involvement of every
citizen in promoting public awareness and empowering the people against crime victimization. Every first
week of September of each year, NAPOLCOM spearheaded the celebration of the National Crime
Prevention Week (NCPW). The annual NCPW commemoration was aimed at drawing out the active
participation and involvement of the community in the anti-criminality campaign of the government. While
in the past, all sectors of society were enjoined to heighten the attention of crime prevention, recent NCPW
celebration emphasized on students because of the youth’s vulnerability to fall as victims to violence and
disorders in schools. Such crimes included fraternity hazing, gang and fraternity wars, sexual assaults,
bullying, robbery hold-up, cellphone snatching and drug abuse. A total of 385 crime prevention activities
were conducted from 2010 to 2012 which is 63.37 percent higher than the 3-year target of 244 activities.
Table 9.4 show the accomplishments in terms of the number of activities conducted for the development
and management of crime prevention and deterrence program.
TABLE 9.4 NUMBER OF ACTIVITIES CONDUCTED FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF CRIME PREVENTION AND
DETERRENCE PROGRAM, REGIONWIDE, 2010-2012
INDICATOR 2010 2011 2012 %
Accomp. TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP.
Number of Activities for the Development and Management of Crime Prevention and Deterrence Program
56
68
94
137
94
180
385 /
63.37%
Source of data: NAPOLCOM XII
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2. Anti-Illegal Drugs Campaign
The campaign against illegal drugs use and trade in the SOCCSKSARGEN Region remained to be
anchored on Republic Act (RA) 9165 or the Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002. Increased awareness on the
adverse effects of illegal drugs use was promoted through numerous anti-drug symposium facilitated by the
Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) XII. A total of 3,324 anti-drug awareness activities were
conducted from 2010 to 2012. In terms of busting the proliferation of the prohibited substances, there were
237 operations effected for this purpose. As a consequence, 247 persons were apprehended or arrested for
pushing or trading illegal drugs. Among the contributing factors that were cited for the achievements were:
a) active participation of stakeholders; b) community involvement and commitment at the grassroots level;
c) effective coordination with other government law enforcement agencies; and, d) support of the Anti-
Drug Abuse Councils in General Santos City and the Provinces of Sarangani and South Cotabato.
However, the establishment of Regional Drug Rehabilitation Center and the Social Drug Education Center
were not realized during the period under review. Table 9.5 show accomplishments on anti-illegal drugs
operations implemented in Region XII from 2010-2012.
TABLE 9.5 ACCOMPLISHMENT ON ANTI-ILLEGAL DRUGS PROGRAMS, REGION XII, 2010-2012
ACTIVITY 2010 2011 2012 TOTAL
ACTIVITIES ACCOMP. ACCOMP. ACCOMP.
Number of Anti-Drug Awareness Campaigns
1,480 1,088 756 3,324
Number of Operations Conducted for the Prevention or Proliferation and Trade of Illegal Drugs
84 81 72 237
Number of Persons Arrested for Pushing of Illegal Drugs
86 80 81 247
Source of data: PDEA XII
3. Internal Security
During the plan period, the existence of Task Forces and Task Group were continued which have the
focused responsibility of prioritizing the internal security of major urban centers such as: Cotabato,
Kidapawan, Tacurong, General Santos and Isulan. Aside from the requirements provided by the Armed
Forces of the Philippines (AFP) and PNP, the local government units (LGUs) have provided their
counterpart logistical support for the Task Forces/Groups to enhance their capability and fulfill the
mandates, tasks and responsibilities. These Task Forces/Groups which are comprised of Philippine Army
and Philippine Marine troops and PNP Special Action Force have complemented the functions of the local
police forces in securing the population and maintaining peace and security in respective Areas of
Responsibility (AOR). Table 9.6 show the distribution of different task forces/groups in the region aimed at
achieving a strengthened security, stability and peace in these urban areas and served as anti/counter-
terrorism units.
TABLE 9.6 DISTRIBUTION OF TASK FORCES/GROUPS, BY URBAN AREA, 2010-2013
NAME AREA OF
RESPONSIBILITY COMPOSITE UNITS
Joint Task Force Kutawato Cotabato City Marine Battalion Landing Team ( MBLT) 2 - Philippine Marine Corps; PNP Special Action Force (SAF)
Joint Task Force GenSan General Santos City 1002nd
Brigade – Philippine Army
Source of data: 6th
Infantry Division, Philippine Army; 1002nd
Brigade, Philippine Army; 2nd
Marine
Brigade; Philippine National Police
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TABLE 9.6 DISTRIBUTION OF TASK FORCES/GROUPS, BY URBAN AREA, 2010-2013 (CONT’D)
NAME AREA OF
RESPONSIBILITY COMPOSITE UNITS
Joint Task Force Talakudong
Tacurong City 601st Brigade – Philippine Army
Task Force North Cotabato
Kidapawan City 10th Infantry (Agila) Division, 1002
nd
Brigade – Philippine Army; 57th
Infantry Battalion– Philippine Army, EOD Team
Task Force Isulan Isulan, Sultan Kudarat 46th Infantry Battalion – Philippine
Army
Source of data: 6th
Infantry Division, Philippine Army; 1002nd
Brigade, Philippine Army; 2nd
Marine
Brigade; Philippine National Police
The Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) through the Philippine Army (PA) units deployed in the
SOCCSKSARGEN has strengthened and intensified the implementation of the Internal Peace and Security
Plan (IPSP), 2011-2016. The AFP IPSP, which is also known as “Bayanihan” gives equal emphasis on the
combat and non-combat dimensions of military operations, and at the same time, focuses on winning the
peace instead of defeating the enemies of the state. The 6th
Infantry (Kampilan) Division has the Provinces
of Cotabato and Sultan Kudarat and Cotabato City as its areas of responsibility while the 1002nd
(Bagwis)
Brigade is responsible for General Santos City and the Provinces of South Cotabato and Sarangani. The
coastal municipalities of Sultan Kudarat namely Lebak, Kalamansig and Palimbang are under the AOR of
2nd
Marine Brigade, Philippine Marine Corps. These AFP units have attained or surpassed all targets
relative to activities of the IPSP Bayanihan for the period 2010-2012.
A total of 212,968 activities were conducted which is 434.03 percent accomplishment or 163,360 activities
more than the 3-year target of 49,068. These operations were made up of intensified law enforcement
operations against auxiliary threat groups and disaster relief/rescue operations in the AOR. In promoting
Culture of Peace (COP) and adherence to the Comprehensive Agreement on Respect for Human Rights and
International Humanitarian Law (CARHRIHL), the AFP attained a 266.67 percent accomplishment or
conducted an aggregate of 80 orientation/trainings/capability building activities on COP and human rights
for its security sector personnel. A total of ten (10) Human Rights Offices were established which is 100
percent accomplishment for the target set. The creation of Human Rights Office at the battalion level was
in compliance with the government’s policy to exercise full respect for human rights by AFP elements.
Table 9.7 is the summary of the implementation of IPSP Bayanihan for the period 2010-2012.
TABLE 9.7 IMPLELEMENTATION OF IPSP BAYAHIHAN, REGION XII, 2010- 2012
ACTIVITY
2010 2011 2012 TOTAL ACTIVITIES
/ % ACCOMP.
TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP.
Number of Operations Conducted in Relation to AFP IPSP Bayanihan
16,356 56,326 16,356 65,870 16,356 90,772 212,968 / 434.03%
Source of data: 6th
Infantry (Kampilan) Division, Philippine Army; 1002nd
(Bagwis) Brigade, Philippine
Army
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TABLE 9.7 IMPLELEMENTATION OF IPSP BAYAHIHAN, REGION XII, 2010- 2012 (CONT’D)
ACTIVITY 2010 2011 2012 TOTAL
ACTIVITIES/ %
ACCOMPLISHMENT TARGET ACCOMPLISHMENT TARGET ACCOMPLISHMENT TARGET ACCOMPLISHMENT
Number of Peace and Human Rights Training / Education for Security Sector Personnel Initiated
8 25 10 18 12 37 80 /
266.67%
Number of Human Rights Offices Established / Created in the Various Units
5 5 - - 5 5 10 / 100%
Source of data: 6th
Infantry (Kampilan) Division, Philippine Army; 1002nd
(Bagwis) Brigade,
Philippine Army
B. Improved Public Safety
Fire prevention measures were accelerated to ensure safety of the citizenry from all forms of destructive fire
incidents. From 2011-2012, fire emergency drills and exercise, orientation, lecture and symposium on fire
safety were continually facilitated by the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) XII. To ensure that the well-
being of the populace from fire hazards was appropriately addressed at the local level, the establishment
and rehabilitation of municipal fire stations were hastened. The presence of firefighters certified that
appropriate inspections were made on buildings and establishments conformed to fire safety
assessment/evaluation.
In the past two years, a total of 12 fire stations and offices were rehabilitated which was four (4) more than
the target set at eight (8) fire stations. The rehabilitated fire stations were located in T’boli, Banga,
Tantangan, Polomolok, Esperanza, Lambayong, Alamada, Kabacan, Tulunan, Alabel, Tacurong and
General Santos. Moreover, 12 fire trucks were repaired which was six (6) more than proposed pegged at
six (6) fire fighting vehicle from 2011 to 2012. These fire trucks were assigned to the fire stations in the
cities of General Santos, Cotabato, Koronadal, Kidapawan and in the municipalities of Kabacan, Antipas,
Pikit, Midsayap, Pigcawayan and Norala. Table 9.8 show the accomplishments made for fire prevention
and suppression from 2011 to 2012.
TABLE 9.8 FIRE PREVENTION AND SUPPRESSION ACCOMPLISHMENTS,
REGION XII, 2011- 2012
ACTIVITY 2011 2012 TOTAL NUMBER /
% ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP. TARGET ACCOMP.
Establishment, Repair and Rehabilitation of Fire Stations
4 8 4 4 12 / 150.00 %
Repair and Rehabilitation of Fire Trucks
3 6 3 6 12 / 200.00 %
Source of data: BFP XII
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C. Sustained peace and development
The peace strategy adopted in the SOCCSKSARGEN Region during the previous three (3) years was
anchored on the PAMANA (Payapa at Masaganang Pamayanan) Program which was spearheaded by the
Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP). However, the implementation of the
PAMANA Project on the ground was executed in partnership with different national/regional line agencies,
local government units, Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PHIC) and the Armed Forces of the
Philippines (AFP). PAMANA Program was intended to promote peaceful and prosperous communities as a
complementary track to the primary task of ending armed conflict and achieving peace through a negotiated
political settlement. It empowered communities to pursue peace through economic integration, improved
delivery of basic services and instituted a more transparent and responsive governance to strengthen
community resilience amidst armed conflict. Under PAMANA Pillar 2, the Department of Social Welfare
and Development (DSWD) was tapped because its projects are widely recognized to demonstrate
considerable amount of success from the last seven years of operations in reducing poverty through
community driven development (CDD) strategy. Pillar 2 refers to micro-level interventions which promoted
the convergent delivery of services and goods on households and communities. In 2012, OPAPP also
closely coordinated with the Provincial Government of Cotabato and the Municipal Governments of
Midsayap, Banisilan, Alamada, M’lang, Tulunan, Kabacan and Carmen to implement various livelihood,
agriculture, forestry and infrastructure projects. A total of five (5) projects worth PhP20.25 Million were
implemented during the period under review. Table 9.9 shows the PAMANA Program accomplishments,
location and from 2010-2012.
TABLE 9.9 PAMANA PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED IN REGION XII, 2012
NAME OF PROJECT LOCATION PROJECT COST
(‘000 PhP)
A. Fisheries Project
Pangasius Production Project Midsayap, Cotabato Province 1,510.00
B. Road and other Infrastructure
Rehabilitation of Tumbao-Camalig Road
Banisilan, Cotabato Province 5,000.00
C. Livelihood
DENR-Rain Reforestation Project Sitio Maracabac, Barangay Guiling, Alamada, Cotabato Province
2,260.00
D. Other Project
DENR –Land Delineation Project M’lang, Tulunan and Kabacan, Cotabato Province
5,280.00
Construction of Agri-Storage-Corn Mill and Re-roofing of Existing Mechanical Dryer Including Electrification
Barangay Liliongan, Carmen, Cotabato Province
6,200.00
TOTAL: 20,250.00
Source: OPAPP
In promoting the Culture of Peace (COP) advocacy, a total of 44 Culture of Peace (COP) trainings
conducted initiated by the 1002nd
Bagwis Brigade for the military units under its control namely: 27th
, 73rd
,
57th
Infantry Battalions, Joint Task Force Gensan and 512th Engineering Construction Battalion. For its
part, the 6th
Infantry (Kampilan) Division have strongly advocated for the primacy of the peace process
between the Government of the Philippines (GPH) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) by
displaying tarpaulin/streamers along the national highway throughout the region. Kampilan Division has
likewise sustained its project of distributing of Pins for Peace among the different stakeholders in its AOR.
In October 2012, a breakthrough in the peace process was achieved with the signing of the Framework
Agreement on Bangsamoro (FAB) between the GPH and MILF. The Annex on Transitional Arrangements
and Modalities was signed on 28 February 2013; the Annex on Revenue Generation and Wealth Sharing
was signed on 13 July 2013; the Annex on Power Sharing was signed on 8 December 2013; and Annex on
Normalization was signed on 25 January 2014.
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II. Development Challenges
Among the development challenges that have been identified are the incidents of armed confrontation,
violence and atrocities that are perpetrated by lawless armed groups that are not supportive of the ongoing
peace negotiations. The state of security of the people, particularly those residing in conflict-affected and
hazard prone areas remains as a formidable undertaking that should be surmounted in the next three years.
It is critical that such constraints to the achievement of sustained peace and sustainable protection in the
SOCCSKSARGEN must be overcome and hurdled. Specifically, the following development challenges
should be address to ensure that harmony and tranquility, as well as safety and protection of the people
could be attained in the remaining years of the planning period:
A. Slow-paced rehabilitation and development of conflict-affected areas
Insufficient/inadequate government service in far-flung and conflict-affected communities.
Convergence of government development efforts in conflict-affected areas.
Lack of mechanism to monitor peace and development initiatives in Region XII.
B. Vulnerability to security threats
Sporadic encounters in some areas between armed groups that trigger evacuation and dislocation
of civilians.
Potential threat posed by terrorist groups particularly in the urban areas.
Need to strengthen the capability of the security sector agencies to address vulnerable areas.
C. Incidence of criminal activities
Harassments and extortion committed by lawless and threat groups that affect business and
investments.
Inadequate facilities to efficiently and effectively the mandate of law enforcement agencies.
Proliferation of illegal drugs.
Emerging security concerns such as cybercrime.
D. Inadequate capability for ensuring public safety
Lack of well-equipped fire stations.
Increasing risks brought by natural and man-made disasters.
III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes
From 2013 to 2016, SOCCSKSARGEN Region shall support the over-all thrust of the National
Government of winning the peace through a successful conclusion of ongoing peace processes. The peace
program of the region shall continue to be anchored on the PAMANA “Payapa at MasaganangPamayanan”
Program. The Development Councils and Peace and Order Councils at all levels shall serve as mechanisms
to draw broad support, increase the awareness of stakeholders about the gains of just peace. In terms of
establishing a secured environment to ensure public safety, various forms of interventions must be
accelerated from 2013 to 2016 to attain the desired state of security for the people. The specific strategies
that would hasten the transformation of conflict-affected areas and secure the people are the following:
A. Accelerate development in conflict-affected areas
Strengthening and expansion of the PAMANA “Payapa at MasaganangPamayanan” Program
Promotion of convergence mechanism of government development efforts in conflict-affected
areas through Poverty Reduction Action Teams (PRAT) at the regional and local levels. The
Local PRATs are enjoined to provide focused attention to conflict-affected areas
Address the needs internally displaced persons (IDPs) especially elderly, women and children
in armed conflict situations
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B. Reduce vulnerability to security threats
1. Peace and conflict resolution mechanisms
Ensure regularity in the convening of Peace and Order Councils at all levels to ensure it remains as
an effective apparatus for pro-active policy-making on security-related issues in the
SOCCSKSARGEN.
Strengthen the Peace and Order Councils at all levels, the Ceasefire Committee on the Cessation of
Hostilities (CCCH), the Ad-hoc Joint Advisory Group (AHJAG) to GPH and MILF Peace Panels
to avert escalation of armed conflict.
Sustain the utilization of the Council of Elders as a traditional system in conflict resolution
2. Pro-active peace and order interventions
Improvement in both crime solution and crime clearance efficiency index.
Procurement of High Definition Closed Circuit Television (HD-CCTV) for installation in strategic
locations specifically in crime-prone and accident-prone areas.
Enactment of ordinances that require business establishments to install High Definition Closed
Circuit Television (HD-CCTV) in their immediate premises as a requisite in renewal of business
permits/licenses.
Adoption of a reward system for the immediate apprehension of high-profile criminals.
Intensify security for vital and high value installations and facilities such as power transmission
towers, bridges, cellular mobile telephone system (CMTS) sites.
Efficient and effective utilization of Peace and Order Funds.
TABLE 9.10 CRIME SOLUTION AND CRIME CLEARANCE EFFICIENCY
TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATOR 2012
ACTUAL 2013 2014 2015 2016
Crime Solution Efficiency (%) 43.18 44.41 46.41 48.41 50.41
Crime Clearance Efficiency
Improved (%)
61.55 64.43 66.43 68.43 70.43
Source of data: PRO XII
3. Community/street-level crime prevention activities
Continue operationalization of Force Multiplier System (FMS) to aid the regular law enforcement
units to increase vigilance and monitoring of crimes.
Intensify police patrol especially from evening until dawn.
Sustain the mobilization of Barangay Peacekeeping Action Teams (BPAT) for community-level
crime prevention.
Enjoin LGUs to implement street lighting program particularly in crime-prone areas.
Tap community-level interfaith groups for pro-active crime prevention activities.
TABLE 9.11 CRIME PREVENTION AND CONTROL PROGRAM TARGETS,
2013-2016
INDICATOR 2013 2014 2015 2016
NUMBER OF ACTIVITIES
Development and Management of Crime
Prevention and Deterrence Program
94 104 114 116
Source of data: NAPOLCOM XII
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4. Campaign against other forms of criminalities
Conduct of high-impact operations against high-value targets to drastically address proliferation of
illegal drugs.
Strict enforcement of Republic Act (RA) 9165 or Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002.
Intensify information dissemination campaign on drug abuse specifically for students and out-of-
school youth.
Enjoin City, Municipal and Barangay LGUs to implement sports development program and value
formation activities for the youth.
Continue activities to address non-index crimes (e.g. proliferation of loose firearms, human
trafficking cattle rustling, cybercrime).
TABLE 9.12 TARGETS FOR CAMPAIGN AGAINST ILLEGAL DRUGS,
2013-2016
INDICATOR 2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of Anti-Illegal Drug Trafficking and
Drug Abuse Awareness Campaigns
800 800 800 800
Source of data: PDEA XII
C. Acquire manpower, logistical and capacity building requirements of
security sector
Ensure compliance with RA 6975 in attaining the 1:500 police to population ratio
Support the upgrading and modernization of the equipment and facilities of the AFP and PNP in
Region XII
Establishment of Human Rights Offices at every Philippine Army Infantry Battalion especially the
units under the 6th
Infantry (Kampilan) Division.
TABLE 9.13 POLICE TO POPULATION RATIO TARGETS, 2013-2016 INDICATOR 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Police to Population Ratio 1:766 1:795 (as
of Sept
2013)
1:795 and below as the exact ratio cannot
be determined as it is dependent on the
strength of PNP personnel
Source of data: PRO XII
TABLE 9.14 CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE TARGET OF THE PNP, 2013-2016
INDICATOR 2013 2014 2015 2016
Construction of South Cotabato Provincial
Police Office (SCPPO)
1
Construction or Completion of City /
Municipal Police Stations
4 6 6 8
Source of data: PRO XII
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TABLE 9.15 TARGETS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AFP IPSP
BAYANIHAN AND ESTABLISHMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS OFFICES AT
BATTALION LEVEL, 2013-2016
INDICATOR 2013 2014 2015 2016
Number of Operations Conducted in
Relation to AFP IPSP Bayanihan
16,356*
16,356* 16,356* 16,356*
Number of Peace and Human Rights
Training / Education for Security Sector
Personnel Initiated
8 10 12 14
Establishment of Human Rights Office
for Infantry Battalions under the 6th
ID
2 4 4 6
Source of data: 6th Infantry (Kampilan) Division, Philippine Army; 1002nd (Bagwis) Brigade, Philippine Army
*Aggregate total for 6th ID and 1002nd BDE
D. Ensure public safety
Ensure compliance with RA 6975 in attaining the ideal 1:2,000 fireman to population ratio.
Guarantee that response time to fire incidents within the seven (7) minute prescribed period.
Upgrade Emergency Medical Service (EMS) capability of concerned entities.
Capability building for Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils (DRRMCs) in emergency
response and rescue operations.
Strengthen collaboration and partnership of LGU-volunteer organizations on disaster response.
TABLE 9.16 FIREFIGHTER TO POPULATION RATIO TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATOR 2013 2014 2015 2016
Firefighter to Population Ratio 1:6,254 1:5,500 1:4,500 1:2,500
Source of data: BFP XII
TABLE 9.17 FIRE PREVENTION, SUPPRESSION AND EMERGENCY
MEDICAL SERVICE TARGETS, 2013-2016
INDICATOR 2013 2014 2015 2016
Establishment of Fire Stations 2 2 3 2
Repair / Rehabilitation of Fire Stations 2 3 3 8
Repair / Rehabilitation of Fire Trucks 3 3 3 3
Provision of Ambulance for the Four (4) Provincial
Fire Offices and Five (5) City Fire Offices
9 9 9
Provision of Emergency Medical and Rescue
Equipment for Five (5) City Fire Offices
5 5 5
Provision of Rescue Tools for Municipal Fire
Stations
36 36 36
Source of data: BFP XII
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CHAPTER 10
CONSERVATION, PROTECTION AND REHABILITATION
OF THE ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
The region continues to work for higher productivity to sustain its comparative advantages and
competitiveness in the long run. However, the drive for higher production levels can impact on the
environment and the community where economic activities are, can compromise the sustainability of the
future generation. Ignoring the environmental issues in our pursuit for economic growth can only lead to
more deprivation since economic activities cannot flourish in an environment that is continually degraded
or where poverty is so widespread.
I. Assessment
A. Rehabilitation, Protection and Conservation of Ecosystem
The region has a timberland area of about 1,138,782 hectares. In 2003, its denuded area was estimated at
781,277 hectares which left an area of 357,505 hectares or about 31% with forest cover. The forest cover,
however, increased to 370,372 hectares in 2010 with the implementation of the National Greening Program
(NGP). About 18,839 hectares were planted with trees under the NGP in 2010 to 2012. The denuded area in
2012 was thus reduced to 752,164 hectares. However, the increase in the region forest cover to 34% in 2012
was only 3 percentage points increase from the 2003 level. This is not largely substantial compared to what
the region needs to address flooding, erosion/landslide and siltation of its water bodies.
If no interventions are put in place to reverse the state of the environment, perennial problems on erosion of
the uplands and sedimentation of water bodies will continue and subsequently cause other disasters, such as
flooding in settlements and production areas. While new reforestation is being undertaken every year, the
forest plantations completed in the previous years are regularly maintained.
Among the accomplishment of the forest sector in 2010 to 2012 were the following:
developed 500 hectares agro-forestry
maintained 732 hectares agro forestry farms with survival rate of 95%
planted 1,910 hectares of upland forest
maintained 798 hectares and protected 1,165 hectares under the upland development program
protected/patrolled 30,547 hectares of untenured forestland
The region has thirty-two (32) Multi-sectoral Forest Protection Committees (MFPCs) in 2012 that have
been working with the government and non-government bodies for the development, maintenance and
protection of the region’s forest. Under the current administration, agro-forest and upland development and
protection is under the NGP. A clonal nursery for the NGP was established in Amas, Kidapawan City.
For eco-tourism development, one (1) ecotourism plan was prepared in 2010, specifically for Lake Sebu,
South Cotabato and two (2) ecotourism sites were developed in 2012, one in Cotabato Province and the
other one in Sarangani Province.
The region is working for the declaration of four (4) protected areas in the region, the Mt. Matutum
Protected Landscape, Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape, the Ligawasan Marsh Protected Area and the
Allah Valley Protected Landscape.
The management of the region’s coastal and marine resources were also undertaken in support to the
rehabilitation efforts of degraded forest and mangrove areas in the region. However, there is a need to push
for the establishment of more mangrove plantations in the remaining few areas not yet covered while
simultaneously maintaining those that were already established.
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TABLE 10.1 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INDICATORS IN REGION XII
INDICATOR
2010 2011 2012
TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL
1. Agro-Forest development * Agro-forestry farms developed (ha.)
533 533
* Area maintained with survival rate of 95% (ha.)
732 732 - - - -
2. Upland Development Program
*Area reforested (ha.) 1,910 1,910 *Area maintained (ha.) 723 723 798 798
*Area protected (ha.) - - 1,165 1,165
3. Watershed Management
*Watershed areas planted - Riverbank Rehabilitation (ha.) - - 76 76 44 44
4. Eco-tourism development
* Ecotourism plan prepared 1 1
* Ecotourism site developed - - - - 2 2
5. Forest Protection * Untenured forestland patrolled / protected (ha.)
30,547 30,547 30,547 30,547 30,547 30,547
*Multi-sectoral Forest Protection Committees (MFPCs) organized / strengthened
24 26 24 24 32 32
6. Management of Protected Area(PA)
* PAMB Strengthened (no.)
* meeting conducted(no.) 8 8 20 23 14 14 * PA managed / patrolled / protected 4 4 5 6 4 4
7. Coastal Management * Mangrove stands / plantations established / maintained
2,441
2,441
2,441
* Municipal Coastal Law Enforcement Teams (MCLET) organized
4
4
4
Source of data: DENR XII
Flooding, such as those brought about by typhoons was attributed to the siltation of major rivers in the
region, such as Ala, Mindanao and Tamontaka; the siltation of Ligawasan Marsh which functions as a
natural flood control; and, the accumulation of water hyacinths which congested the Mindanao River and
diverted the flow of upstream waters in the low-lying areas of Cotabato City, Sultan Kudarat and other
neighboring areas. Poor solid waste management and pollution of waterways have also contributed to
flooding in settlement areas.
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B. Improvement of the environmental quality for a cleaner and healthier
environment
Environmental laws to address concerns on poor air and water quality, as well as problems on solid wastes
are being implemented in the region. Potential sources of air pollution were monitored based on the
compliance of establishments to DENR’s emission standards. The region maintained three (3) ambient air
sampling stations. For the period 2010 to 2012, air quality level ranged from 48 to 73 microgram/normal
cubic meter, classified as in good quality level.
Efforts toward enhancing water quality in Sarangani Bay and Silway River have been initiated with the
designation of Sarangani Bay and Silway River as Water Quality Management Areas (WQMAs). Around
11 water bodies in the region were regularly monitored by the concerned entity. Water quality is within the
standard level based on the results of biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) monitoring in all stations of
different water bodies.
TABLE 10.2 ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INDICATORS IN REGION XII (CONT’D)
INDICATOR 2010 2011 2012
TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL TARGET ACTUAL
1. Air Quality Management
* Ambient air sampling stations maintained
3 3 3 3 3 3
* Air quality 48 to 73 g/Ncm- good quality level.
2. Water Quality Management * No. of water bodies classified / reclassified and monitored with good water quality
9
10-Monitored
10
10-Monitored
and 1 Classified
10
11-
Monitored and 1
Classified
* BOD levels Within standard level
3. Solid Waste Management
*Sanitary landfills established
1 3 1 1 serving 7 LGUs
1 4 SLFs maintained
4. Environment Management
*No. of ECCs issued 120 216 100 123 100 200
*Revenue generated related to ECC permit application, WDP and POA issuances (in PhP million
- ECC
3,130,701.22
3,943,440.58
869,950.00
-AIR
528,865.00
367,622.00
346,317.00
-WATER
3,366,958.76
3,201,523.16
2,665,135.29
5. WQMA Governing Board Maintained and Operationalized
2 2 2 2 2 2
Source of data: EMB XII
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Solid waste is one of the pressing problems being addressed with the implementation of the Ecological
Solid Waste Management Act. Under the law, LGUs are required to establish Sanitary Landfill (SLF),
Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs) and other forms of technology to manage solid waste. In 2010, two
(2) sanitary landfills (SLFs) were established in Polomolok and one (1) in Tacurong City. The Municipality
of Tupi, South Cotabato was disposing residuals to Polomolok SLF by virtue of a Memorandum of
Agreement (MOA). One (1) SLF was established in Surallah, South Cotabato in 2011 which is also serving
other five (5) neighboring municipalities, which are Banga, Lake Sebu, Norala, Sto. Niño and T’boli all in
South Cotabato. As of December 2012, five (5) LGUs had ongoing SLFs construction and six (6) with
completed SLFs design with ECC. Other LGUs were still utilizing the control dump facilities (CDF), open
dump (OD) and individual garbage pits.
The development of the mining industry was also supported by the region following the guiding principle of
“responsible mining through sustainable development.”
Consistent with this, the mining sector has a total production volume of 600,315.86 cu. m. of sand and
gravel in 2010, which increased to 1,595,908 cu. m. in 2012 or an increase of 165% for the two-year period.
Agricultural limestone is also identified as a valuable mineral resource of the region.
II. Development Challenges
A. Environmental Degradation
1.1 Slow rehabilitation of denuded forests and degraded wetlands.
The degradation of the environment was aggravated by the slow rehabilitation rate of denuded forests and
degraded wetland ecosystems, particularly Ligawasan Marsh, further raising the susceptibility of settlement
and production areas to flooding. While forest cover is only about 34% as indicated by the closed and open
canopy cover, minimal interventions relative to the areas needing immediate rehabilitation were undertaken.
The general trend of forestland utilization, particularly for activities, such as commercial monocrop
farming, road development, formation of settlements, continued harvesting and/or cutting of forest cover
has also resulted to widespread loss of biodiversity, erosion and sedimentation of water bodies.
If interventions remain inadequate to reverse the state of the region’s environment, erosion of the uplands
and sedimentation of water bodies will continue and subsequently cause disasters such as flooding in
settlements and production areas.
1.2 Poor compliance to environmental laws
A lot of environmental laws pertaining to the management, conservation, development, use and
replenishment of the country's natural resources and biological diversity were implemented. Among these
were on land management, Environmental Education and Awareness Act of 2008 (RA 9512), Philippine
Environmental Impact Statement System (PD 1586), Philippine Clean Air Act (RA 8749), Clean Water Act
(RA 9275), Toxic Chemicals and Hazardous Waste and Nuclear Control Act (RA 6969), and the Ecological
Solid Waste Management Act (RA 9003), on mining, quarry and ore transport, forest protection, and the
like.
The implementation of RA 9512 is much needed for the promotion of environmental awareness through
environmental education which shall encompass environmental concepts and principles, environmental
laws, the state of international and local environment, local environmental best practices, the threats of
environmental degradation and its impact on human well-being, the responsibility of the citizenry to the
environment and the value of conservation, protection and rehabilitation of natural resources and the
environment.The DepEd, CHED, TESDA, DSWD, in coordination with the DENR, DOST and other
relevant agencies shall be responsible for implementing public education and awareness programs on
environmental protection and conservation.
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Despite massive education and awareness campaign on the aforementioned environmental laws, many were
still engaged in illegal activities. Among these were the illegal logging as evidenced by the apprehension of
illegal forest products and chainsaws. Illegal small-scale mining, quarry and ore transport were still
operational in the region and a lot of land cases were under investigation.
Pollution complaints and apprehension of vehicles under Bantay Usok/Tambutso campaign were evidences
of non-compliance to Clean Air Act. Also, some establishments were operating without Environmental
Compliance Certificates (ECCs) and some projects were implemented within the Environmentally Critical
Areas.
Even with the implementation of Ecological Solid Waste Management Act (RA 9003), most of the local
government units have not yet established their facility or any mechanism to properly manage disposals of
solid waste. Out of the 50 LGUs (municipalities and cities) of the region, only 18% were served by sanitary
landfill facilities (SLF) and 10% were with control dump facilities (CDF). About 22% of the LGUs were
still using open dump (OD) facilities in their waste disposal. This includes LGUs with open dump
undergoing rehabilitation. Still 8% of the LGUs were still using individual garbage pits. However, about
10% of the LGUs have completed SLF construction and another 12% were with undergoing SLF
construction with ECC. These LGUs are expected to graduate from utilizing either CDF, OD or individual
garbage pits within the remaining years of the plan period.
III. Development Goals and Strategic Outcomes
A. Natural resources conserved, protected and rehabilitated
Forest and watersheds protected/conserved and coastal marine resources managed
The environment sector shall take a proactive stance to provide a stable and predictable environment that
would enable communities and enterprises to carry out their production and consumption with minimum
risk and uncertainty. Protection land use shall be of high priority not only to National Integrated Protected
Areas (NIPAS) but also to Non-NIPAS areas such as coastal and freshwater wetlands, second growth forest
reserves, easements along waterways and shorelines, bird sanctuaries and ecotourism sites.
Intensive implementation of the National Greening Program (NGP) shall be pursued by the sector, in close
coordination with LGUs and concerned regional line agencies, for a more efficient and effective
convergence of efforts and resources. To effect inclusive growth and address the challenges that confront
the sector, the following strategies shall be pursued during the plan period:
1. Rehabilitation, Conservation and Protection of Ecosystems
a. Accelerate efforts on reforestation of denuded upland and wetland areas and sustain ecological
management;
Involvement/Participation of coastal LGUs in the rehabilitation/ establishment of marine
sanctuaries and mangrove nurseries in coastal areas;
Sustain the management and protection of NIPAS, environmentally critical areas and
strengthen the operation of PAMBs;
Strengthen existing alliances and formation of the new ones for the improvement of ecological
integrity;
Involve LGUs and other stakeholders including the tribal communities in the maintenance and
protection of NGP sites.
b. Strengthen existing structures such as the MFPCs on forest products monitoring, Inter-agency
Task Force on illegal logging, MCLET on coastal resources monitoring and Provincial/City
Mining Board on illegal mining activities;
c. Adopt the ridge-to-reef approach to biodiversity conservation;
d. Strengthen agro-forestry activities in agriculture-producing areas within CBFM, IFMA, SIFMA
and other tenured areas in classified timberland;
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e. Strengthen advocacy on forest protection laws and management geared towards increased
protection downstream and clean water, clean air and sufficient water supply;
f. Institutionalize the environment impact statement, environmental accounting and tree planting
activities along riparian zones;
g. Issue guidelines in the availment of Carbon Sink Trading at the regional/local levels;
h. Intensify advocacy at all levels on disaster risk management and encourage public participation in
the rehabilitation, conservation/protection and disaster mitigation measures especially in
environmentally challenging areas/ecosystems;
i. Continue the strong implementation of the National Greening Program and PD 1153
Urge the involvement/participation of LGUs and the community in the implementation of
NGP to cover nursery development up to tree growing.
Require industry players and all able citizens to plant trees in designated areas;
Encourage LGU to pass ordinance requiring tree planting as requirement in business permit,
certification, etc.
Provision of livelihood activitiesto charcoal producer in a form of seedling production, tree
planting and tree growing to avoid destructive cutting of trees for charcoal.
i. Encourage public-private sector collaboration in the development and management of forestlands
and potential eco-tourism sites;
j. Intensify the existing initiatives particularly the dredging of rivers and riverbank stabilization;
k. Undertake continuous maintenance and protection of established mangrove areas;
l. Pursue the creation/strengthening of River Management Council for MRB and Buayan Malungon;
m. Implement structural and non-structural flood control measures; and
n. Pursue the declaration of the following as Protected Area under NIPAS (RA 7586): the Mt.
Matutum Protected Landscape; Sarangani Bay Protected Seascape; the Ligawasan Marsh Protected
Area and the Allah Valley Protected Landscape.
Below are the targeted indicators for the conservation and protection of forests and watershed and the
management of coastal marine resources, to wit:
TABLE 10.3 TARGETS FOR SELECTED INDICATORS OF THE ENVIRONMENT SECTOR IN REGION XII
STRATEGIC INTERVENTIONS/ INDICATORS
2012 2013 2014 2015
2016
1. National Greening Program (ha.)
Timberland Area (ha.) 1,138,782
Area Planted (ha.) 10,731 22,732 15,934 15,925 18,075
Forest cover (%) 34 36 37 39 40
2. Eco-tourism Management
Ecotourism plan prepared (no.) 1 4 5 5
Ecotourism Site developed / Implementation of Eco-tourism Management Plan (no.)
2 3 5 5
3. Forest Protection
Untenured forestland patrolled/protected (ha.)
30,547 30,547 30,547 30,547 30,547
Multi-sectoral Forest Protection Committees (MFPCs) organized/ strengthened (no.)
32 5 5 5 5
Source of data: DENR XII
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TABLE 10.3 TARGETS FOR SELECTED INDICATORS OF THE ENVIRONMENT SECTOR IN REGION XII (CONT’D)
STRATEGIC INTERVENTIONS/ INDICATORS
2012 2013 2014 2015
2016
4. Management of Protected Area (PA)
PAMB Strengthened (no.) 5 5 5 5
PA managed (no.) 4 5 5 5 5
5. Coastal Management
Mangrove stands/plantations established/maintained (has.)
673 673 2,441 2,441
Municipal Coastal Law Enforcement Teams organized (MCLET) (no.)
6 6 6 6
Source of data: DENR XII
B. Environmental quality for a cleaner and healthier environment improved
To address the problems confronting the environment, it is not only important that environmental laws are
passed. Equally important would be the enforcement of such laws. Structural mechanisms to this effect will
be put in place for the reduction of air pollution, especially in the major urban centers of the region,
reduction of water pollution especially in major water bodies, reduction of waste disposal and improvement
of waste disposal system.. The following strategies will be pursued:
a) Continue the monitoring of the water and air quality in the region
b) Implement the total log ban on remaining old growth forest and compliance with all other
environmental laws and policies;
c) Undertake the regulation of established settlements by providing buffer and protection zones to
environmentally critical areas; and,
d) Pursue the strict implementation of the RA 9003 (Ecological Solid Waste Management Act) and
RA 9512 (Environmental Education and Awareness Act of 2008 ) to promote value formation of
the people on waste management and the care of the environment as a whole;
The region shall maintain the three ambient air sampling stations to monitor the total suspended particles
(TSP) level. This would be complemented by the full operationalization of the anti-smoke belching units
organized in the region to ensure the good air quality level in the area.
Sampling stations in the major water bodies shall be maintained to monitor the biochemical oxygen demand
(BOD) level. Clean up drive in the rivers and coastal areas shall be pursued, as well as, the proper waste
disposal activities to be done in partnership with the local government unit, non-government organizations,
government agencies and the community themselves.
Any project that poses a potential environmental risk or a significant impact to the environment shall be
required to secure Environmental Compliance Certificates (ECCs) to ensure that they will not cause any
significant negative impact region’s environment.
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TABLE 10.4 TARGETS FOR SELECTED INDICATORS OF THE ENVIRONMENT SECTOR IN REGION XII
STRATEGIC INTERVENTIONS/ INDICATORS 2012 2013 2014 2015
2016
1. Air Quality Management
Ambient air sampling stations maintained (no.) 3 3 3 3 3
Air quality (µg/Ncm) 48-55 (good)
Number of anti-smoke belching units organized/operationalized
1 1 1 1 1
2. Water Quality Management
Waterbodies classified and monitored (no.) 11 monitored
and 1 classified
9 monitore
d & 2 classified
9
9
9
BOD level Within standard
3. Solid Waste Management
Sanitary Landfills (SLF) established 1 1 1 1
LGUs served by SLF (no.) 10
Number of LGUs assisted in safe closure and rehabilitation of disposal facilities
2 2 2 2 2
Number of Materials Recovery Facilities (MRFs) provided with technical assistance
3 4 4 4 4
4. Environment Management
No. of ECCs issued 200 100 100 100 100
Percentage of ECC issued to total applicants 95% 95% 95% 95%
Revenue generated related to ECC permit application, WDP and POA Issuances (in PhP Million)
3
3
3
3
- ECC 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70 0.70
- Air 0.346 0.346 0.346 0.346 0.346
- Water 2.665 2.665 2.665 2.665 2.665
5. Metallic Mineral Production
Gold Ore (mt) 4,539.35
Copper (mt) 250
6. Non-Metallic Mineral Production
Coal
Sand and gravel (cm3) 1,595,908 999 1,049 1,101 1,157
Agricultural Limestone (MT) 3,078.141 3,061 3,214 3,374 3,543
Source of data: DENR XII, EMB XII
C. Improved adaptive capacities of human communities to natural disasters
The region is not spared of the possible occurrence of natural disasters considering its degraded
environmental condition as aforementioned in this chapter. The region is vulnerable to flooding for its
many low lying areas and rain-induced landslide for the uplands as identified in the hazard maps. It has also
active faults that made it prone to earthquake and tsunami. The region has two active and one potentially
active volcano, thus, making the region vulnerable to effect of volcanic eruption.
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As part of the mitigating strategies, local government units and the community themselves should enhance
their capacities in managing disasters. Among the strategies to be undertaken in the region in addition to
what has been discussed in Chapter 7 (Governance) are as follows:
1. Mainstreaming Disaster Risk Reduction and Climate Change Adaption (DRR/CCA) not only in
local development plans, as well as, in policies and programs that will be implemented in the
coming years. Communities need to be aware of the identified disaster prone areas and
correspondingly prepare action points to take in times of calamities;
2. Strengthening the Local Disaster Risk Reduction Management Councils (LDRRMC);
3. Capacity building for vulnerable communities to climate change and natural hazards;
4. Intensifying advocacy to increase awareness of the people to support environmentally-friendly
activities; and
5. Ensuring the availability of calamity funds at any time.
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PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND MONITORING
1. Review, Approval and Adoption Process
The formulation of the Updated Regional Development Plan (RDP) of Region XII, 2013-2016 has
undergone a series of planning workshops and consultations with the various stakeholders, e.g, LGUs,
private sector groups/NGOs and, regional line agencies, among others. The final draft plan was subjected to
further review of the RDC XII Sectoral Committees that served as the Planning Committees before it was
finally approved and endorsed by the Council.
2. Phasing of the Plan
The Updated RDP, 2013-2016 contains strategic programs and projects are expected to address the
attainment of the region’s vision for 2016 and in support to the Social Contract of the President to the
Filipino people. The identified programs/projects/activities shall be targeted to be implemented within the
remaining years of the planning period.
3. Integration of Plan and Planning Processes
a. Horizontal Integration The implementation of the updated plan shall be built in the entire development planning and
implementation machinery and process, with the Regional Development Council (RDC) as the central
organizational structure spearheading this development process. This shall be pursued through the key
programs and projects, identified by the different regional line agencies, LGUs, SUCs and other
government instrumentalities and approved and endorsed by the RDC as priority programs and projects of
the region.
The development strategies contained in the Updated RDP shall be translated into specific programs and
projects which shall then be consolidated into Regional Development Investment Program (RDIP). The
RDIP shall likewise be the basis for the formulation of the Annual Investment Program (AIP) which serves
as reference in the annual review of budget proposals of line agencies, state universities and colleges and
the government owned and controlled corporations. In the Regional Results Matrix (RRM), outcome or
core indicators were identified in each strategic outcome that will serve as a basis in the monitoring of the
results of the implementation of different programs and projects. Results are expected to contribute to the
attainment of inclusive growth and poverty reduction.
b. Vertical Integration Policy issues/concerns with national and/or interregional implications contained in the Updated RDPs of all
regions, shall be integrated in the Updated PDP. At the sub-regional level, the Updated RDP shall serve as
the framework for the formulation or updating of the local development plans.
4. Financing of the Plan
The programs and projects identified in the RDIP are consistent with the mandates of the concerned
agencies. These identified programs and projects are included in the yearly budget proposals of the
agencies. Funds from ODA and other possible sources shall be also tapped, specifically for projects
needing huge budgetary requirements and have potential of generating revenues which could significantly
address the region’s development vision or possibly finance other high impact government projects with
considerable development benefits to the populace.
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5. Monitoring and Evaluation
The monitoring of plan implementation shall be done regularly. The Regional Results Matrix (RRM), a
companion document of the RDP, shall be used as reference in tracking the attainment of strategies and
targets contained in the plan. The Regional Project Monitoring and Evaluation System (RPMES), on the
other hand, shall be used in monitoring programs and projects that shall be implemented within the plan
period. At the regional level, the Regional Project Monitoring Committee (RPMC) spearheads the
monitoring of ODA and other development programs and projects. Each regional line agency shall monitor
and evaluate the implementation of their individual mandated programs and projects, particularly agencies
with environmental and ecology concerns from which issues may need immediate actions.
Under the system, the RPMC is chaired by NEDA with DBM, DILG, OP-PMS and private sector
representatives as members. At the local level, coordination for project monitoring will be undertaken by
the Provincial/City Monitoring Committee.
6. Plan Advocacy
To generate support for the implementation of the Updated RDP, 2013-2016, RDC XII shall spearhead the
conduct of advocacy activities during the plan period. The Information Coordinating Network (ICON 12),
was tapped by RDC XII as a partner in the advocacy for the PDP and the Soccsksargen Regional
Development Plan (RDP) through a Resolution No. 68, series of 2012. ICON 12 is composed of members
who are information officers coming from its member-agencies with Philippine Information Agency as the
Secretariat. Advocacy activities for the plan may be done through the conduct of forum and press
conferences, preparation of flyers/brochures that contain major information of the plan for distribution, and
agencies having regular radio/television programs may include information regarding the plan.
Figure 8.1
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DIRECTORY OF THE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL XII, 2013-2016
OFFICIALS
REGIONAL LINE AGENCIES REGIONAL DIRECTORS
Chairperson
Co-Chairperson
ARTURO G. VALERO Vice-Chairperson
NOEL E. QUIRATMAN
Secretary
LGU- LOCAL CHIEF EXECUTIVES:
EMMYLOU ‘LALA”J. TALIÑO- MENDOZA Governor, Province of Cotabato
STEVE C. SOLON
Governor, Province of Sarangani
DAISY P. AVANCE-FUENTES Governor, Province of South Cotabato
SUHARTO T. MANGUDADATU
Governor, Province of Sultan Kudarat
JAPAL J. GUIANI, JR. Mayor, City of Cotabato
RONNEL C. RIVERA
Mayor, City of General Santos
JOSEPH A. EVANGELISTA Mayor, City of Kidapawan
PETER B. MIGUEL
Mayor, City of Koronadal
LINA O. MONTILLA Mayor, City of Tacurong
MAYORS OF DESIGNATED PROVINCIAL CAPITALS:
DIOSDADO G. PALLASIGUE
Mayor, Municipality of Isulan, Sultan Kudarat
CORAZON S. GRAFILO Mayor, Municipality of Alabel, Sarangani
AMALIA J. DATUKAN Regional Executive Director
Department of Agriculture (DA) XII
ALIKHAN B. MAROHOMBSAR Regional Director
Department of Budget and Management (DBM) XII
DATU TUNGKO M. SAIKOL Regional Executive Director
Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) XII
LEONARDO E. DINOPOL OIC-Regional Director
Bureau of Local Government Finance (BLGF-DOF) XII
REYNALDO M. BUNGUBUNG OIC-Regional Director
Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) XII
TEOGENES F. BALUMA Regional Director
Department of Health (DOH) XII
OFELIA B. DOMINGO Regional Director
Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) XII
REYNALDO S. TAMAYO Regional Director
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) XII
IBRAHIM K. GUIAMADEL Regional Director
Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) XII
NASSER M. MUSALI Regional Director
Department of Agrarian Reform (DAR) XII
ALLAN G. FARNAZO Regional Director
Department of Education (DepEd) XII
BAI ZORAHAYDA T. TAHA Regional Director
Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) XII
NELLY NITA N. DILLERA Regional Director
Department of Tourism (DOT) XII
HADJA SITTIE SHAYMA ZENAIDA P. HADJI RAOF-LAIDAN
Regional Director Department of Science and Technology (DOST) XII
MAXIMO C. ALJIBE
Regional Director Commission on Higher Education (CHED) XII
THELMA C. PANTIG
Deputy Director Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP)
PUTIWAS M. MALAMBUT
OIC-Chairman, RMC-DOTC XII OIC-Regional Director
JOVENCIO L. AGUS
Officer-In-Charge / Regional Consul Officer Department of Foreign Affairs - Regional Consular
Office - General Santos City
MANUEL M. LLANEZA Director
Mindanao Field Office, Department of Energy (DOE)
RIZ FRANCISCA A. CASTAÑAGA Team Leader
Presidential Management Staff (PMS) Regional Field Unit XII
ANGELITA A. BASA
Housing Coordinator for Region XII Housing and Urban Development Coordinating
Council (HUDCC)
ZEUS P. AMPUYAS Regional Director
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) XII
PROVINCIAL LEAGUE OF MAYORS PRESIDENT
President, Cotabato Provincial League of Mayors
President, Sultan Kudarat Provincial League of Mayors
President, South Cotabato Provincial League of Mayors
President, Sarangani Provincial League of Mayors
PRIVATE SECTOR REPRESENTATIVES
JANUARIO B. ESPEJO, JR.
Private Sector Representative – Cotabato Province &
Kidapawan City
ERWIN ANTHONY Y. GARCIA
Private Sector Representative-Sultan Kudarat & Tacurong City
MARTINIANO L. MAGDOLOT
Private Sector Representative - South Cotabato
RICHLIE LYNDON L. MAGTULIS
Private Sector Representative - Sarangani Province
PERFECTO F. MARQUEZ
Private Sector Representative- Cotabato City
RAYMUND K. SALANGSANG
Private Sector Representative - Gen. Santos City
NESTOR S. LUMAWIG
Private Sector Representative – Koronadal City
ROLANDO S. DORIA
Private Sector Representative - Economic Development
RAMON N. FLORESTA
Private Sector Representative - Social Development
DARLENE MAGNOLIA R. ANTONINO-CUSTODIO
Private Sector Representative - Governance and
Institutions Development
ALFREDO BRONX P. HEBRONA, JR.
Private Sector Representative-Infrastructure
Development
JOSE RONNIE V. MONDRAGON
Private Sector Representative - Labor Sector
VISPOCIOUS E. RAMOS, SR.
Private Sector Representative - Basic Sectors
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DIRECTORY OF THE REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL XII, 2013-2016
SPECIAL NON-VOTING MEMBERS (SNVMs)
CONSTANCIO A. PAYE, JR. Regional Director
Mines and Geo-sciences Bureau (MGB) XII
EDWIN MATEO P. QUIJANO Regional Director
Commission on Population (POPCOM) XII
RAYMOND B. DOMINGO Regional Head
National Youth Commission (NYC)
ARCELI M. LATONIO
Regional Nutrition Program Coordinator National Nutrition Council (NNC) XII
MARIAM GRACE G. PAMONAG
Regional Vice President Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PHIC) XII
MARIO H. SANDE
OIC-Regional Irrigation Manager National Irrigation Administration (NIA) XII
MA. SOCORRO C. LLANTO
OIC-Regional Director Environmental Management Bureau (EMB) XII
AMBUTONG K. PAUTONG
OIC-Regional Director Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) XII
CELESTINO F. DESAMITO
Office for Senior Citizen’s Affairs
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RDC XII PLANNING COMMITTEES FOR THE
FORMULATION OF UPDATED SOCCSKSARGEN RDP, 2013-2016
MACRO-ECONOMY, DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE COMMITTEE (MEDAFC) Chapter 2 (In Pursuit of Inclusive Growth and Poverty Reduction) Chapter 6 (Towards a Resilient and Inclusive Financial System)
Chapter 7 (Good Governance and the Rule of Law) Chapter 9 (Peace and Security)
Officials: DARLENE MAGNOLIA R. ANTONINO-CUSTODIO Chairperson LINA O. MONTILLA Co-Chairperson Mayor, City of Tacurong ARTURO G. VALERO Vice-Chairperson Regional Director, NEDA XII
Members: DILG XII, DBM XII, DOF-BLGF XII, DOJ-PPA XII, BIR RR18, BFP XII, BJMP XII,
BSP-Cotabato, BSP-General Santos, CSC XII, NAPOLCOM XII, NICA XII, NSCB
XII, NSO XII, OCD XII, DOJ-PAO XII, PDEA XII, PIA XII, PRO/PNP XII, 6TH Infantry
(Kampilan) Division, Philippine Army,1002ND Infantry (Bagwis) Brigade, Philippine
Army, PSR Rolando S. Doria, PSR Richlie Lyndon L. Magtulis
REGIONAL SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (RSDC) Chapter 8 (Social Development)
Officials: RICHLIE LYNDON L. MAGTULIS Chairperson
DAISY P. AVANCE-FUENTES Co-Chairperson Governor, Province of South Cotabato ALLAN G. FARNAZO Vice-Chairperson Regional Director, DepED XII
Members: DepED XII, DOH XII, DSWD XII, CHED XII , HUDCC XII, NCIP XII, NCMF XII, NHA
XII, NNC XII, NSCB XII, NYC-Zamboanga Office, PHIC XII, POPCOM XII, TESDA
XII, CFCST, CCSPC, MSU-GENSAN, SKSU, USM, PSR Nestor S. Lumawig, PSR
Martiniano L. Magdolot, PSR Ramon N. Floresta, PSR Jose Ronnie V.
Mondragon, PSR Januario B. Espejo, Jr.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (EDC) Chapter 3 (Competitive Industry and Services Sector)
Chapter 4 (Competitive and Sustainable Agriculture and Fishery Sector) Chapter 10 (Conservation, Protection and Rehabilitation of Environment and Natural Resources)
Officials: ROLANDO S. DORIA Chairperson
PETER B. MIGUEL Co-Chairperson Mayor, City of Koronadal
IBRAHIM K. GUIAMADEL Vice-Chairperson Regional Director, DTI XII
Members: DAR XII, DENR XII, DOST XII, DA XII, DOT XII, BFAR XII, CDA XII, EMB XII, LBP,
MGB XII, NCIP XII, NEDA XII, NFA XII, NIA XII, Board of Investments (BOI), PSR
Alfredo Bronx P. Hebrona, Jr. PSR Erwin Anthony Y. Garcia, PSR Martiniano L.
Magdolot, PSR Raymund K. Salangsang
INFRASTRUCTURE AND UTILITIES DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE (INFRACOM) Chapter 5 (Accelerating Infrastructure Development)
Officials: ALFREDO BRONX P. HEBRONA, JR. Chairperson
RONNEL C. RIVERA Co-Chairperson Mayor, City of General Santos REYNALDO S. TAMAYO Vice-Chairperson Regional Director, DPWH XII
Members: DPWH XII, DBM XII, DILG XII, DOTC-RMC XII, CAAP-Cotabato, CAAP-General
Santos, LTFRB XII, NEDA XII , NIA XII, NTC XII, NGCP (TransCo), PPA-Cotabato;
PPA-General Santos, PSR Ramon N. Floresta, PSR Vispocious E. Ramos, Sr.,
PSR Januario B. Espejo, Jr., PSR Januario B. Espejo, Jr., PSR Erwin Anthony Y.
Garcia, PSR Nestor S. Lumawig, PSR Perfecto F. Marquez, PSR Raymund K.
Salangsang
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RDC XII SECRETARIAT / NEDA REGIONAL OFFICE XII
ARTURO G. VALERO Regional Director
NOEL E. QUIRATMAN Assistant Regional Director
POLICY FORMULATION AND PLANNING DIVISION (PFPD)
MARIA FELICIDAD R. GUERRERO Chief Economic Development Specialist
ROMEL PATRICK E. TANGHAL
Supervising Economic Development Specialist
JULIET C. DEMELLITES Senior Economic Development Specialist
SANDRA J. ALIDO
Senior Economic Development Specialist
ROMEO C. NEBRIJA Senior Economic Development Specialist
RICARDO L. LAMORENA III
Economic Development Specialist II
GWYNETH GRACE B. COLLADO Economic Development Specialist I
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT, INVESTMENT PROGRAMMING AND BUDGET DIVISION (PDIPBD)
PHLORITA A. RIDAO
Chief Economic Development Specialist
JULIET G. BOLANDO Supervising Economic Development Specialist
MEDINA G. HEREZO
Senior Economic Development Specialist
MOHIDIN T. MUSTAPA Senior Economic Development Specialist
DESIREE T. JACINTO
Senior Economic Development Specialist
AUREL RAYMUND T. BETQUE Economic Development Specialist II
PROJECT MONITORING AND EVALUATION DIVISION (PMED)
MA. LULU E. VALENCIA Chief Economic Development Specialist
GUILLERMO R. MANRIQUE, JR. Supervising Economic Development Specialist
ANNIE C. DEPUTADO
Senior Economic Development Specialist
PETER MICHAEL M. BABAO Senior Economic Development Specialist
ROMEO A. SALAC
Senior Economic Development Specialist
EVIE A. CABULANAN Economic Development Specialist II
DEVELOPMENT RESEARCH DIVISION (DRD)
ROSA D. LEMANA Chief Economic Development Specialist
HELEN L. VESTAL
Supervising Economic Development Specialist
LIBERTY B. ARUMPAC Senior Economic Development Specialist
EDEN F. RIDAO
Senior Economic Development Specialist
APOLLO Y. MANLAWE Senior Economic Development Specialist
FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATIVE DIVISION (FAD)
JULIE ESPERANZA B. CHUNG Chief Administrative Officer
LALAINE M. SAJELAN Supervising Administrative Officer
REGIE LOU P. ROSACEÑA Accountant III
MA. ESTELA B. CABANGAL Administrative Officer IV
ESPERANZA Z. DELA CRUZ Administrative Officer IV
ANGELINA C. SORIANO Administrative Assistant III
JOCELYN O. VILLANUEVA Administrative Assistant III
LEILANI P. DEL PILAR Administrative Assistant I
MUSLIMIN S. MANIALA Administrative Aide IV
ROSARIO F. BAUTISTA Administrative Assistant III
HONEYLET S. BALINDONG Administrative Assistant II
PENDATUN C. ABDUL Administrative Aide VI
SOCRATES Y. ABELO Administrative Aide III
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