PD 1152 (Philippine Environment Code) Section 40

Section 40

SEC. 40. Management Policy.-The national government, through the Department of Natural Resources, shall undertake a system of gainful exploitation and rational and efficient utilization of mineral resources and shall encourage citizen participation in this endeavor.

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