Proclamation 818: Declaring the Month of May of Every Year as the “Ease of Doing Business (EODB) Month”

[ PROCLAMATION NO. 818, March 03, 2025 ]

DECLARING THE MONTH OF MAY OF EVERY YEAR AS THE “EASE OF DOING BUSINESS (EODB) MONTH”

WHEREAS, Section 27, Article II of the Constitution provides that the State shall maintain honesty and integrity in public service, and shall take positive and effective measures against graft and corruption;

WHEREAS, Section 2 of Republic Act (RA) No. 9485 or the “Anti-Red Tape Act of 2007,” as amended by RA No. 11032 or the “EODB and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act of 2018,” declares it a policy of the State to promote integrity, accountability, proper management of public affairs and public property, as well as to establish effective practices aimed at efficient turnaround of the delivery of government services and the prevention of graft and corruption;

WHEREAS, under Section 17 of RA No. 9485, as amended, the Anti-Red Tape Authority (ARTA) is mandated to implement and oversee a national policy on anti-red tape and EODB, implement various reform initiatives aimed at streamlining government services, recommend policies, processes, and systems to improve regulatory management, monitor and evaluate compliance of agencies, and conduct training programs to ensure adherence to sound regulatory management practices;

WHEREAS, the Administration is committed to strengthening the whole-of-government approach in the delivery of its key services, and is cognizant of the importance of promoting and increasing awareness on the crucial role of RA No. 11032 in creating a more business-friendly environment, driving economic development, and improving bureaucratic efficiency in the country; and

WHEREAS, Section 17, Article VII of the Constitution vests in the President the power of control over all the executive departments, bureaus and offices and the mandate to ensure the faithful execution of laws;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDINAND R. MARCOS, JR., President of Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by the Constitution and existing laws, do hereby declare the month of May of every year as “EODB Month.”

For this purpose, the ARTA shall lead the yearly observance of the EODB Month, and identify programs, activities, and projects for the celebration thereof.

All agencies and instrumentalities of the National Government covered by RA No. 9485, as amended, including government-owned or -controlled corporations and local government units, are hereby directed to coordinate with ARTA for the effective implementation of all programs, activities, and projects relative to the celebration of EODB Month. Non-government organizations and the private sector are hereby encouraged to actively participate and render the necessary support and assistance to ARTA in the implementation of all EODB initiatives, including the celebration of the EODB Month.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the President to be affixed.

DONE, in the City of Manila, this 3rd day of February, in the year of Our Lord, Two Thousand and Twenty-Five.

(SGD.) FERDINAND R. MARCOS, JR.

By the President:

(SGD.) LUCAS P. BERSAMIN
Executive Secretary

8th National Conference of Chemical Laboratories (8NCCL)

3-4 April 2025
08:00 AM – 05:00 PM Philippine Standard Time
Century Park Hotel, City of Manila

Conference Objectives

The purpose of this conference is focused on the needs of Philippine chemical laboratories addressing issues and challenges in chemical regulations and aims to maintain our high level of performance comparable to international standards in providing accurate and reliable chemical test results through laboratory accreditation and recognition.

Who Can Attend?

  1. Management and Laboratory Personnel, and all involved in Laboratory Operations and maintenance of Laboratory Quality Management System; and
  2. Chemistry and Other Allied Professionals from the Academe, Government and the Industry.

Conference Programme

Conference Registration Procedures

We encourage one registrant, one payment. This is for easier verification of the payment.
The participant should prepare the following before filling out the form:

  1. Scanned copy/screenshot of validated deposit slip/fund transfer confirmation of payment of registration fee;
  2. Scanned copy of valid ICP membership ID, certificate of membership, or Official Receipt; and
  3. PRC Registration Number (for Registered Chemist/Registered Chemical Technician).

Confirmed slots for the 8th NCCL are on a first-come-first-served basis. An automatic response will be sent to the participant upon receipt of their registration.

Automatic Response:

“Thank you for your registration to the 8th National Conference of Chemical Laboratories. We will verify your membership and payment. You will receive a message from us officially confirming your registration.”

The registration is non-refundable but maybe transferred to another individual.
Strictly one email address per registrant.

Registration Fees

Registration entitles the participant to the conference sessions, snacks, and meals.
The Registration Fees are as follows, depending on status of ICP Membership:

Active ICP Member, Registration Fee: PhP 6,000.00
Non-ICP Member, Registration Fee: PhP 7,000.00

Proof of membership status must be uploaded together with the scanned copy of the machine-validated deposit slip or system-generated fund transfer confirmation during the online registration.

Payment of Registration Fees

Registration fees may be deposited over the counter (bank) or through electronic fund transfer. Any related charges are on the account of the participant. The depository banks are as follows:

Bank: Bank of the Philippine Islands
(Branch: Loyola Katipunan)
Bank Account Name: Integrated Chemists of the Philippines
Bank Account Number: 3081-0830-95

Official Receipts

Official receipts are provided during the onsite registration of attendance to the conference.

Inquiries

For inquiries regarding registration and payment, please contact:

Ms. Julie Trinidad
ICP Office Secretary
Landline Number: (+632) 8-700-39838
Mobile Number: (+63) 917-711-2132
Email Address: secretariat@icp.org.ph

Office hours are from Monday to Friday, 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM PhST.

Conference Partners

Platinum Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

ChemWeek 2025: Chemistry Career Talks – Chemistry in the Age of AI (18 Feb 2025)

In celebration of the Chemistry Week 2025, ICP will host a webinar featuring chemists from the academe, industry and government services who will provide short and inspiring talks of their careers and insights on the impact of AI in their workplace and on the Chemistry Profession in general. Attendees will be welcomed to the ICP fold by ICP President, Fabian Dayrit, Ph.D. RhC and will meet the members of the PRC Board of Chemistry: Adoracion P. Resurreccion, PhD, RCh; Soledad S. Castañeda, PhD, RCh, Ma. Theresa C. Cayton, MSc, RCh. Our featured speaker is former ICP Board of Director Secretary, Atty. Ma. Cristina Moratalla, RCh who will present on the Chemistry Profession Act and Ethical Standards in the Age of AI.

Event Schedule

Webinar Emcee: Mutya Samonte, MSc, RCh
Official Webinar Hashtag: #ChemWeek2025

Topic 1: Introduction to the ICP and the Chemistry Profession Law (RA 10657)
Fabian M. Dayrit, PhD, RCh
President, ICP

Topic 2: Meet the PRC Board of Chemistry
Adoracion P. Resurreccion, PhD, RCh
Soledad S. Castañeda, PhD, RCh
Ma. Theresa C. Cayton, MSc, RCh
PRC Board of Chemistry

Topic 3: Ethical Chemistry in the Age of AI
Atty. Ma. Cristina L. Moratalla, RCh, MBA
Former Secretary, ICP Board of Directors

Topic 4: Presentations and Panel Discussion on Careers in Chemistry

Academe – Teaching: Mara Milagros Del Callar Esguerra, MSc., RCh
Philippine Science High School System – Department of Chemistry
Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago Avenue (formerly Agham Road), Diliman, Quezon City

Academe – Research: Evangeline C. Amor, Ph.D., RCh
Terrestrial Natural Products Laboratory Institute of Chemistry, College of Science University of the Philippines Diliman, Quezon City

Industry – Corporate: Glenn C. Apostol, RCh
Technical Director, Chemrez Technologies, Inc.
PFCS Awardee for Chemical Industry (2024)

Industry – Entrepreneurship: Shalom Rodriguez, RCh
Owner and Founder, Magayon Ventures OPC

Government – Regulatory: Mayflor N. Ramos Candelaria, RCh, DD, MM
EQM Section Head/Assistant Manager Environmental Permits Division CLARK DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
President, ICP – Region 3 Chapter

Government – Research: Jasmin A. Lee-Donaal, RCh, PFT
Provincial Science and Technology Director, Kalinga President, ICP – CAR Cluster

Session Moderator: Emily V. Castriciones PhD, RCh
Technical Support/Assistant: Elliard Rowell Yanza, MSc, RCh / Yasmin Edanol, MSc. RCh.

Raffle Draw
Only confirmed, pre-registered participants are automatically signed up for the raffle draw.

Registration

Registration is required to receive a certificate. Confirmed slots (limited to 500) are on a first-come-first-served basis. An automatic response will be sent to the participant upon receipt of their registration. Access to the Zoom Webinar platform will be sent through the email address provided during the registration. Strictly one email address per registrant. Registration is free for active ICP Members.

Inquiries

For inquiries regarding registration and other concerns, please contact:

Ms. Julie Trinidad
ICP Office Secretary
Landline Number: (+632) 8-635-3575
Mobile Number: (0907) 751-7121 Email Address: secretariat@icp.org.ph

Office hours are from Monday to Friday, 09:00 AM to 05:00 PM PhST.

2024 Oathtaking of New Chemists and Chemical Technicians

19 November 2024 

To our New Chemists and Chemical Technicians:

Congratulations and Welcome to the Chemistry profession!!!

The Board of Chemistry of the Professional Regulation Commission, in cooperation with the Integrated Chemists of the Philippines (ICP), will conduct the 2024 Oathtaking of New Chemists and Chemical Technicians:

Date / Time: December 19, 2024 (Thursday), 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
On-site registration will start at 10:00am

Venue: Philippine International Convention Center Plenary Hall
PICC Complex, 1307 Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Attire: Filipiniana for oathtakers; Business attire for guests

PRC Registration: Oathtakers must get their PRC QR code through LERIS http://online.prc.gov.ph before they can take their oath.

Oathtaking Ceremony: The Oathtaking of New Chemists and Chemical Technicians is being organized by the Board of Chemistry (BOC), with the assistance of the ICP. An official photographer (MJE Photography Services) will be available.

ICP Membership: All registered Chemists and Chemical Technicians are required by law (RA 10657- Chemistry Profession Act) to become Regular and Associate membership, respectively, in the Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO) for Chemists and Chemical Technicians. The Integrated Chemists of the Philippines (ICP) is the Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO) for the Chemistry profession. For more information about ICP Membership details, visit https://www.icp.org.ph/membership/. To join ICP and register as a member, click the QR code below.

Payment for oathtaking: The costs for the Oathtaking (per person, food not included) are as follows.

PhP 900 for oathtakers (includes the souvenir program with the names of all the board passers)
PhP 700 for guests (souvenir program not included; a limited number of copies available for purchase)
ICP Membership fee and ID card valid for 3 years: P1,000

Deadline for oathtaking registration and online payment: December 12, 2024 (Wednesday).

Payment Instructions:

  1. Deposit your payment for tickets (P900 for inductees; P700 for guests) to the ICP account (BPI Loyola-Katipunan branch, account No. 3081-0830-95).
    Accepted modes of payment: Bank deposit (cash or check); Mobile or Online Banking; GCash*; PayMaya.
    *For GCash transactions: use “ICP” as the account name. Upload the transaction receipt (with payment date and transaction reference number clearly shown) after your payment has been processed.
    NOTE: Any interbank transaction fee must be shouldered by the applicant.
  2. Scan or photograph your machine-validated deposit slip or screenshot your online transaction. This will serve as your proof of payment.
  3. Click https://forms.gle/ifEXKEorGWG9MzaeA and follow the instructions to provide the required information and upload the required documents.
  4. Distribution of receipts and selling of additional tickets for guests: The receipts and tickets will be given to you upon registration at the PICC registration desk or they may be claimed at Room 315 Don Lorenzo Bldg., 889 P. Paredes St. Sampaloc, Manila (across PRC Morayta) from Dec 4 to 12 (9:00 am-4:00 pm only). You may also buy additional tickets for guests during this time.

Job Opportunities: Several companies will be present at the Oathtaking for job recruitment. Please bring your CV and ID photos.

Official photographer: The official photographer for the event is MJE Printing Services.

For updates and further information, please visit the ICP website or FB page.
ICP website: https://www.icp.org.ph/
ICP FB: https://www.facebook.com/icporg

We look forward to seeing you at the Oathtaking Ceremony! Thank you.

ICP BOARD RESOLUTION No. 2024-006: BOARD RESOLUTION ON THE ISSUANCE OF ICP FUNDS TO HELP ICP MEMBERS AFFECTED BY TYPHOON KRISTINE

WHEREAS, the Integrated Chemists of the Philippines (ICP) is the Accredited Integrated Professional Organization (AIPO) of Chemistry under the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC);

WHEREAS, the ICP Board of Directors would like to provide financial assistance to ICP members, both Chemists and Chemical Technicians, who were affected by Typhoon Kristine;

BE IT RESOLVED AS IT HEREBY RESOLVES, that the Board of the ICP hereby APPROVES the following:

To extend its assistance to ICP members (Chemists and Chemical Technicians) who have been badly affected by Typhoon Kristine. The ICP shall set aside a total of P250,000 as assistance provided the following guidelines:

  1. The request must be submitted by the president of the ICP chapter / cluster and addressed to the ICP National president. 
  2. The beneficiary should be an ICP member who has been directly affected by Typhoon Kristine.
  3. Financial assistance to each requesting member shall be a maximum of Fifteen thousand pesos (P15,000). If the area does not currently have operating banks or money transfer facilities, the local chapter is requested to advance the money for reimbursement.
  4. Requests can be made until Nov. 30, 2024, or until all of the approved funds have been distributed, whichever comes first. The funds will be given on a first-come first-served basis. 
  5. The ICP chapter or cluster president should verify the proper use of the funds.
  6. An accounting of the use of the funds will be submitted by the Treasurer.