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Section 16December 22, 1997, Sec./Art. 16
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The regional government shall pursue a policy of devolution of powers and functions whereby lower levels of government are entrusted with functions appropriate to them: Provided, however, That until a regional law implementing this provision is enacted, the Local Government Code shall be applicable.
The local government units shall enjoy autonomy and continue to exercise the powers granted them under the Local Government Code.
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