SEC. 7. Delineation of Functions. – The Regional Commissioners is responsible for the formulation of regional policies, plans and programs. In addition, they shall; (a) hear and decide cases involving land disputes arising from the implementation of Indigenous Peoples Rights Act in the Autonomous Region, (b) approves Free and Prior Informed Consent (FPIC), certification precondition, and other processes relating to the enforcement of IPRA. The Executive Director shall implement the policies, plans and programs approved by the Commission and shall administer the day to day operations of the Executive Office of the RCIP. Chapter 2 Bureau on Cultural Heritage (BCH) SEC. 8. Declaration of Policy. The Autonomous Regional Government shall recognize, respect, protect, preserve, develop, promote, and enhance the culture, customs, traditions, beliefs, and practices of the people in the region as integral components of regional development. SEC. 9. Mandate. - The Bureau on Cultural Heritage is mandated to plan, initiate, implement and monitor cultural programs, projects, and activities that shall institutionalize the preservation and enhancement of the positive elements of the indigenous culture of the inhabitants of the Autonomous Region. SEC. 10. Powers and Functions. - The Bureau has the following powers and functions: (1) Recommend policies and programs to preserve and promote the cultural heritage of the Bangsamoro People; (2) Preserve, develop, and promote the culture, customs, traditions, beliefs and practices of the people in the area of the autonomy; (3) Promote culture as a tool for peace and development; (4) Encourage and undertake the recovery, collection, restoration and protection of the historical landmarks and cultural properties of the ARMM including the identification and establishment of landmarks thereof to reconstruct the grandeur of the past for posterity; (5) Establish and maintain a cultural center, museum, archive and library to house historical artifacts reflecting the culture of the people of the ARMM; (6) Develop Bangsamoro artists, writers and cultural trainers in the community through the performing arts and outreach programs; (7) Extend assistance to various cultural groups in terms of artifacts collection and preservation, and cultural documentation; (8) Assist the Regional Governor in establishing linkages with foreign countries and the international communities or entities for cultural exchange, promotion and preservation; 193