This document provides an overview of the executive branch of the Philippine government. It discusses the roles and powers of the President, Vice President, Cabinet Secretaries, and local governments as outlined in the 1987 Philippine Constitution. The President is the head of state and commander-in-chief of the armed forces. Key powers of the President include signing treaties, granting pardons, contracting loans, and submitting the annual budget. The qualifications to run for President and Vice President are also specified. Cabinet Secretaries head executive departments and act as advisors to the President. Local governments have autonomy but fall under presidential supervision.

1. LESSON 6.
ROLES AND
POWERS OF
EXECUTIVE
BRANCH

2. THE EXECUTIVE BRANCH
In the Philippines, the guide on the qualifications,
powers and the line of succession are in Article
VII in the 1987 Philippine Constitution which is
entitled The Executive Branch.
This branch is compose of the office of the
President, Vice President, Cabinet and Local
Government.
This Branch carries and enforces laws.

3. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT

4. OFFICE OF THE PRESIDENT
The President of the
Philippines is elected by
direct vote of people
The President has a six term,
with no provision of re-
election. This term will start
on the 30th day of June
following the day of the
election.

5. A. ROLES OF THE PRESIDENT
Leads the country
The head of state
Leader of the national
government
Commander in Chief of all
armed forces of the Philippines.

6. B. POWER OF THE PRESIDENT
The powers of the President of the Philippines are
specifically outlined in Executive Order No. 292, s.
1987 otherwise known as the Administrative Code
of 1987.
The President also exercise power that is vested
on him by law, stated in the Constitution.
Article VII Section 17 of the Constitution states that
President shall have control of all the executive
departments, bureaus and offices. He shall ensure
that the laws be faithfully executed.

7. Article VII Section 18 of the Constitution
states the military power of the President
being the Commander-in-Chief of all the
armed forces in the Philippines. The President
may also suspend the writ of habeas corpus
or place the Philippines or any part thereof
under martial law in case of invasion, rebellion
or when the public safety requires it. The
President is required to submit a report to the
Congress regarding such proclamation, 48
hours after the proclamation.

8. Article VII Section 19 of the
Constitution states that the President
may grant reprieves, commutations
and pardons, and remit fines and
forfeitures after conviction by final
judgment. As well grant amnesty with
concurrence of a majority of all the
Members of the Congress.

9. Article VII Section 20 of the Constitution
states that the President has the power to
contract or guarantee foreign loans on
behalf of the Philippines subject to prior
concurrence of the Monetary Board and
subject to limitations as may be provided
by law.

10. •Article VII Section 21 of the
Constitution states the Power
of the President to sign treaties
given that at least two thirds of
the members of the Senate
approved.

11. Article VII Section 22 of the
Constitution states that the President
shall submit within thirty days from the
opening of every regular session of the
Congress the budget of expenditures
and sources of financing, including
receipts from existing and proposed
revenue measure.

12. C. THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR RUNNING PRESIDENT
The qualification for an individual aspiring to
become a President of the Philippines are
outlined in Article VII, Section 2 of the 1987
Constitution.
1. Natural born Filipino;
2. A registered voter;
3. Must be able to read and write;
4. 40 years of age at the day of the election; and
5. Must have resided in the Philippines for ten years
before the election is held.

13. OFFICE OF THE VICE
PRESIDENT

14. OFFICE OF THE VICE PRESIDENT
The Vice President of the Philippines is
elected by direct vote by the people
The Vice President has six terms, and may
run for re-election.
This term will start on the noon of 30th day
of June after a regular election is held.

15. A. ROLES OF VICE PRESIDENT
May be appointed as a Member of the
Cabinet
The Vice President is also mandated to
assume presidency in case of the death,
disability or resignation of the incumbent
President.

16. B. THE QUALIFICATIONS FOR RUNNING VICE
PRESIDENT
The qualification for an individual aspiring to become a Vice
President of the Philippines
are outlined in Article VII, Section 2 of the 1987 Constitution.
1. Natural born Filipino;
2. A registered voter;
3. Must be able to read and write;
4. 40 years of age at the day of the election; and
5. Must have resided in the Philippines for ten years before the
election is held.

17. CABINET SECRETARIES
Act as the alter ego of the President executing,
with his authority, the power of the Office of the
President in their respective departments.
The number of the Cabinet Secretaries varies
depending on the need of the administration.
According to the Administrative Code of 1987, the
President of the Philippines may create or
dissolve any department.

18. A. THE APPOINTMENT OF CABINET
SECRETARIES
According to the Article VII, Section 16, the
President has the power to appoint anyone to the
department with the consent given by the
Commission on Appointments.
Not all cabinet members are subject to
confirmation of the Commission on Appointments.
The list shows the positions which needs
confirmation:

19. 1. Executive Secretary
2. Secretary of Agrarian Reform
3. Secretary of Agriculture
4. Secretary of Budget and Management
5. Secretary of Education
6. Secretary of Energy
7. Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources
8. Secretary of Finance
9. Secretary of Foreign Affairs
10. Secretary of Health

20. 11. Secretary of Justice
12. Secretary of Labor and Employment
13. Secretary of National Defense
14. Secretary of PublicWorks and Highways
15. Secretary of Science andTechnology
16. Secretary of SocialWelfare and Development
17. Secretary of Interior and Local Government
18. Secretary ofTrade and Industry
19. Secretary ofTransportation and Communications
20. Secretary ofTourism
21. Commission on Higher Education
22. Director General of the National Economic and Development
Authority

21. B. POWERS OF A CABINET SECRETARY
The power to issue directives related to
their departments like department orders.
The orders may apply to offices under a
specific department under the sectary’s
jurisdiction.
The cabinet secretaries also acts as
advisors to the President for their areas.

22. THE LOCAL GOVERNMENT
According to Article X, Section 4 of the Constitution the President
of the Philippines is mandated to supervise local governments all
over the country.
However, because of the Republic Act No. 7160, otherwise
known as the Local Government Code of 1991, local
governments given the autonomy from the national government.
Each local government has its own chief executive. These are:
1. Province – Provincial Governor
2. City – City Mayor
3. Municipality – Municipal Mayor
4. Barangay – Barangay Chairman

23. LONG QUIZ 1.
Executive Branch

24. I. TRUE OR FALSE
Direction: Write TRUE if the statement is correct but if it is false, change the
underline word or group of words to make the statement true. Write your answer on
the space provided.
_____________1. The qualification for an individual aspiring to become a President of
the Philippines are outlined in Article VII, Section 2 of the 1995 Constitution.
_____________2. The Vice President of the Philippines is elected by direct vote by
the people
_____________3. According to the Article VII, Section 16, the President has the
power to appoint anyone to the department with the consent given by the Commission
on Elections.
_____________4. The President has a six term, with no provision of re-election. This
term will start on the 30th day of June following the day of the election.
_____________5. This branch is compose of the office of the President, Vice
President, Senate and Local Government.

25. II. ENUMERATION
Direction: Enumerate the ff.
1.QUALIFICATIONS OF RUNNING
PRESIDENT (5 pts)
2.ROLES OF THE PRESIDENT (5 pts)

26. III. ESSAY
1. Base on your observation, how do the President and
Vice-President establish their roles and power for the
development of our country? (15 points)
2. If you were the President, how will you establish your
power and roles for the sake of your citizens? (20
points)
3. Explain the Article VII Sec 20 (5pts)
Reminder. Essay is consist of the 3 parts; the
introduction, the body and the conclusion.