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Pre-historic syllabary of the Philippines showing abbreviations of
Komisyon sa mga Pilipino
sa Ibayong Dagat
Functions
 
Pursuant to the provisions of Batas Pambansa Blg. 79, the CFO is tasked to perform the following functions:
  • Provide assistance to the President and the Congress of the Philippines in the formulation of policies and measures concerning or affecting Filipinos overseas;


  • Develop and implement programmes to promote the interest and well-being of Filipinos overseas;


  • Serve as a forum for preserving and enhancing the social, economic, and cultural ties of Filipinos overseas with the motherland; and


  • Provide liaison services to Filipinos overseas with appropriate government and private agencies in the transaction of business and similar ventures in the Philippines.
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