This volume of the Geology of the Philippines, Second Edition comes at an opportune time when the Philippines has become once more  a beehive of activities by geologists owing to the efforts of government to promote the revitalization of the mining industry. This edition is a timely reference material that gives the reader an overview of the geology of the Philippines, as well as the stratigraphic make-up of local areas.

The Philippine Mineral Reporting Code (PMRC), or the “Code” sets out minimumstandards, recommendations, and guidelines for Public Reporting in thePhilippines of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources, and Mineral Reserves.