PD 977 Section 1

Declaration of Policy.

Section 1

SECTION 1. Declaration of Policy.—It is hereby declared to be the policy of the Government to promote the develop-ment of the fishing industry and improve efficiency in the handling, preserving, marketing and distribution of fish and fishery/aquatic products through the establishment and operation of fish markets and the efficient operation of fishing ports' harbors and other marketing facilities.

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CitationPD 977 Section 1 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)

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