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SEC. 2. Indigenous Development Plans. – The Regional
Government shall initiate, formulate, and implement special
development programs and projects, responsive to the particular
aspirations, needs, and values of the indigenous cultural
communities.
SEC. 3. Equitable Development. – The Regional Government
shall provide equitable opportunities for the development of every
province, city, municipality, and barangay within its jurisdiction
and shall strengthen their existing planning bodies to ensure
wider public participation.
SEC. 4. Urban Land, Land and Water Use. – Consistent
with the Constitution, this Organic Act, and subject to ecological
considerations, the Regional Government shall within one (1) year
from the approval of this Organic Act, adopt and implement a
comprehensive urban land reform and land and water use
program, to ensure the just utilization of lands and waters within
its jurisdiction.
ARTICLE XII
Economy and Patrimony
SECTION 1. Regional Economy and Conservation of
Patrimony. – Consistent with the Constitution and existing laws,
the Regional Assembly may enact laws pertaining to the regional
economy and patrimony that are responsive to the needs of the
region. The Regional Government may not lower the standards
required by the central government or national government for
the protection, conservation, and enhancement of the natural
resources.
SEC. 2. Economic Zones, Centers and Ports. – The Regional
Government shall encourage, promote, and support the
establishment of economic zones, industrial centers, ports in
strategic areas, and growth centers to attract local and foreign
investments and business enterprises.
SEC. 3. Incentives for Investors. – The Regional Assembly
may by law grant incentives to investors in the autonomous region.
The central government or national government may likewise
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