19/08/2026
๐ด๐ค ONE TABLE, ONE GOAL: LESS CONFUSION, BETTER PERMITS!
The Philippine Coconut Authority (PCA) โ Palawan and the Palawan Council for Sustainable Development Staff (PCSDS) convened for a Technical Conference on August 18, 2026, at the PCSDS Conference Room in Sta. Monica, Puerto Princesa City.
The conference provided a venue for both agencies to discuss and clarify the permitting and regulatory requirements concerning the cutting of coconut trees and the use and operation of chainsaws in Palawan.
Key discussions focused on the
relationship between PCA-issued permits and authorizations and the regulatory requirements of PCSDS under Republic Act No. 7611 (Strategic Environmental Plan for Palawan Act) and PCSD Administrative Order No. 07, Series of 2023. Practical concerns on permitting procedures, documentary requirements, validity of permits, and regulatory jurisdictions were likewise addressed.
Through continued dialogue and collaboration, PCA and PCSDS reaffirm their commitment to consistent implementation, strengthened enforcement, and compliance with existing laws and regulations, while ensuring the protection of Palawanโs environment and the welfare of coconut farmers. ๐ด๐ฟ