THE RENAISSANCE OF THE
KINGDOM OF LUZON
ALSO KNOWN AS THE
ROYAL MAHARLIKA
UNDER THE GOVERNANCE OF THE SULTANATE OF MAGINDANAW
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
All original documents are available at our Royal Archives by special request only
HISTORY
Reference : WIKIPEDIA and other sources from the internetThe recorded history of the Philippines between year 900 and 1565 begins with the creation of the Laguna Copperplate Inscription in 900 and ends with the beginning of Spanish colonization in 1565. The inscription records its date of creation in 822 Saka (900 CE). The discovery of this document marks the end of the prehistory of the Philippines at 900 AD. During this historical time period, the Philippine archipelago was home to numerous kingdoms and sultanates and was a part of the Indosphere and Sinosphere.
These coastal Philippine kingdoms were thalassocracies, based on trade with neighboring Asian political entities, and structured by leases between village rulers (Datu) and landlords (Lakan) or Rajahs, by whom tributes were extracted and taxes were levied.
The oldest known kingdoms in the Philippines are the Kingdom of Tondo and the Kingdom of Maynila (Kingdom of Luzon), which were established prior to the arrival of Spanish colonizers in the 16th century. These kingdoms were located in what is now known as the Manila area and were part of a network of city-states that existed in the pre-colonial Philippines. These kingdoms had their own systems of governance, trade, and cultural practices.
Historically, the three sovereign rulers who ruled Luzon were Rajah Ache also known as “Rajah Matanda” which means "the Old King" (c. 1500s - 1572), he was the King of Luzon and the Paramount Datu of Maynila. His reign began after 1521 and lasted until August 1572. His co-ruler, his own nephew, Rajah Sulayman sometimes referred to as Sulayman III, was the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Luzon in the 16th century, while Lakan Bunao Dula popularly known as Lakandula, was the "Lakan" (ruler) of the Kingdom of Tondo between 1521–1571.
The Kingdom of Luzon stands as a testament to the rich history and cultural diversity of the Philippines, showcasing the dynamic interactions between different communities and civilizations in the region during that period.
RAHAJ ACHE a.k.a. RAJAH MATANDA
King of Luzon/ Datu of Maynila
Reign 1521-1572
RAHAJ SULAYMAN
Co-Ruler of Maynila
Reign 1570-1571
LAKANDULA
Ruler of Tondo
Reign 1570-1571