SULTANATE OF MAGINDANAW MANDANAUE DARUSSALAM

ROYAL DECREE NO.005

Series of 2023

"A DECREE EXPANDING THE TERRITORIAL AUTHORITY

OF THE SULTANATE OF MAGINDANAW AND THE APPOINTMENT OF THE

QUEEN OF THE LUZON TAGALOG AND THE FORMATION OF CHIVALRIC ORDER 

OF ROYAL MAHARLIKA (KNIGHTS OF THE ROYAL MAHARLIKA) AS AUTHORIZED BY 

THE INTERNATIONAL LAW OF NOBILITY"

TO ALL THIS DECREE SHALL COME:

WHEREAS, the United Nations only recognizes two De Jure Sultanate in Mindanao, to wit: Sultanate of Sulu and the Sultanate of Magindanaw;

WHEREAS, the area of Responsibility of the Sultanate of Magindanaw includes Basilan or a total of 105 principalities from Basilan to Davao Oriental/ Mainland Mindanao and to Metro Manila;

WHEREAS, there is an abrupt increase of population of Muslim. settllers in Metro Manila;

WHEREAS, it has come to our attention that the existing territory particularly the Luzon under our sovereign rule has no reigning sultan requires the appointment of Queen of Luzon Tagalog to promote governance and development;

WHEREAS,  the welfare and progress of our people in said territory are our utmost priority; and

WHEREAS, in order to ensure efficient administration and steady progress, it is essential to appoint a competent individual to assume the position of Queen of Luzon Tagalog with the authority to

govern and represent our interests;

NOW, THEREFORE, and by virtue of the powers as attributes of sovereignty in me vested as the duly authorized monarch in our jurisdiction to create and define new territories, appoint and to enthrone, I hereby decree the following:

EXPANSION OF TERRITORIAL AUTHORITY

1.1 In accordance with our noble vision for growth and prosperity, the territorial limits of authority and governance SULTANATE OF MAGINDANAW shall hereby be expanded to include the TAGALOG REGION ROYAL HOUSE.

1.2 The newly expanded territory shall henceforth be subjects to our sovereign rule, laws, and present governing framework.

APPOINTMENT OF QUEEN OF LUZON TAGALOG

2.1 I, hereby appoint MARIA AMOR LEONOR TORRES MASTURA, a native of Rizal and a descendant of MAGINOO and GINANG, as Queen of Luzon Tagalog. She shall have full authority, powers, and responsibility to administer, govern, and represent our interests in said territory;

2.2 The appointment of Queen Maria Torres shall carry with it the appointment of his officers/entourage in the newly expanded territorial authority of her office;

2.3 The Queen shall be the custodian of justice, responsible for ensuring security, maintenance of law and order, and the welfare of the population within the territory;

2.4 The Queen shall have the authority to appoint necessary administrative officials, form a council of advisors, and establish office for the dispensation of justice;

2.5 In line with the government, the Queen shall also be responsible for the utilization of resources, economic development, infrastructure improvement, and promotion of cultural heritage within the territory;

2.6 The Queen shall see to it that all individuals riding within the newly expanded authority shall be granted equal rights and opportunities, irrespective of their ethnicity religion, gender, or social status;

2.7 The Queen, in collaboration with the existing governing bodies, shall ensure the protection of civil liberties, freedom of expression, and human rights for all inhabitants of the territory;

2.8 Judicial Reforms: In order to ensure fair and efficient dispensation of justice, The Queen shall aid the government in initiating judicial reforms and the promotion of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms;

2.9 Social Welfare Programs: To address the needs of the most vulnerable members of our society, comprehensive social welfare programs will be introduced. These programs will aim to alleviate poverty, provide healthcare and education assistance, and promote social inclusion;

2.10 Foreign Policy: The Queen, in cooperation with the government shall continue to pursue a peaceful and cooperative foreign policy, fostering strong diplomatic relations with other nations. Our focus will be on promoting international cooperation, trade, and cultural exchange, while safeguarding our national interests.

This Royal Decree shall be effective immediately upon its issuance. The relevant authorities, administrative bodies, and institutions shall comply with the provisions outlined herein.

WITNESS my hand and seal this 7th day of October, 2023, General Santos City, Mindanao, Philippines. Corresponding to the 22nd of Rabi'ul Awwal 1445 HIJIRAH.

HM ABDULAZIZ SALEM D. MASTURA KUDARAT V

25th Supreme Sultan of Magindanaw

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