PCO cites Clark for FOI compliance

The Presidential Communications Office–FOI Program Management Office has recognized the Clark Development Corporation (CDC) as fully compliant with the government’s 2024 Freedom of Information (FOI) requirements on 10 February 2026.

According to CDC, the said citation is part of the agency’s thrust to strengthen strengthened transparency in the management of Clark Freeport Zone. The said recognition was issued under Memorandum Circular No. 2025‑001 (series of 2025).

The recognition affirms CDC’s compliance with mandated disclosure and reporting standards, reinforcing its commitment to public access, accountability, and good governance in Freeport operations.

Under the leadership of President and CEO Atty. Agnes VST Devanadera, CDC updated its FOI Manual, submitted all required narrative and compliance reports, certified the absence of overdue FOI requests, and completed onboarding to the Electronic FOI Portal, enhancing digital access to information for the public.

The recognition reflects CDC’s sustained focus on transparency and institutional accountability in managing Clark Freeport Zone transactions.

Through the CDC‑FOI Committee, the agency has maintained full FOI compliance for eight consecutive years since 2017, underscoring a consistent track record in meeting its disclosure obligations.

The FOI program operationalizes the State policy of full public disclosure of government transactions under Section 28, Article II of the 1987 Constitution, while ensuring the protection of sensitive information and matters affecting national security.