Philippine Center Management Board, Inc.
Established in 1974
The Philippine Center Management Board was established on June 19, 1974 by virtue of Presidential Decree (PD) 487 to meet the objective of consolidating, integrating and coordinating the activities of Philippine government offices and agencies abroad.
Its mandate is to “nurture, promote, and propagate Philippine culture; to encourage foreign tourists to visit the Philippines; to expand the foreign market for Philippine products; to provide efficient and comprehensive public service in the country and abroad; and in general to enhance the image of the Philippines.”
The PD 487 specifically authorizes the Philippine Center Management Board, Inc. to operate, manage and maintain the Philippine Center in San Francisco.
Mission
To consolidate, integrate and coordinate all the activities of all Philippine Government offices and agencies abroad.
Vision
To nurture, promote, propagate Philippine culture; to encourage foreign tourists to visit the Philippines; to expand the foreign market for Philippine products; to provide efficient and comprehensive public service in the country and abroad; and in general to enhance the image of the Philippines.
Values
- Be an ambassador.
- Act with integrity, honesty and transparency.
- Treat people with respect and dignity regardless of their age, gender, religion, nationality, language, ethnicity, race, political affiliation, personal background, and socioeconomic status.
