Preamble
WHEREAS, the Philippine Shippers' Council was created under Presidential Decree No. 165 in order to assist, protect and promote the interests of shippers and the national economy; WHEREAS, there is need to strengthen the Council in order to enhance its capability to negotiate with shipping lines for reasonable freight rates and other shipping terms; and WHEREAS, continued government leadership and support of the Council are essential for the effective accomplishment of its objectives and close cooperation among ASEAN shippers' councils; NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDINAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers in me vested by the Constitution, do hereby order and decree the following amendments to Presidential Decree No. 165: