Section 12Sec./Art. 12

Institutional Linkages of the MDDA. -The MDDA shall, in carrying out its functions, consult, coordinate and work closely with the LGUs, the Regional Development Council of Region XI, and other national government agencies, people's organizations, nongovernment organizations, and the private sector operating in Metropolitan Davao. The MDDA shall adopt a master plan that shall serve as the framework for the local development plans of the component LGUs and aligned with the DRDP.

The MDDA shall submit the Council's approved development plans and investment programs to the Regional Development Council of Region XI for integration into the plans, programs, and projects that shall be undertaken by the LGUs, concerned national government agencies, people's organizations, nongovernment organizations, private sector, and the MDDA itself where appropriate. For this purpose, the MDDA may enter into contracts or memoranda of agreement with these bodies for the delivery of the required services within Metropolitan Davao.

The MDDA shall, in coordination with the NEDA and the Department of Finance (DOF), interface with foreign assistance agencies for the purpose of obtaining financing support, grants and donations in support of its programs and projects.