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BARMM Launches Cattle Agribusiness Value Chain Development Project
January 23, 2025 – Bangsamoro Government Center, Cotabato City The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Agrarian Reform (MAFAR), under the leadership of Minister Mohammad S. Yacob, Ph.D., has taken a significant step towards transforming the livestock industry in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). On January 23, 2025, the Ministry officially signed a…
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Ten Barangays in Parang, Sulu Declared as Gun-Free Zones and Peace-Centered Communities
Parang, Sulu – In a significant step towards fostering peace and security, ten barangays in the municipality of Parang were officially declared as Gun-Free Zones and Peace-Centered Communities. The initiative, led by the Local Government Unit of Parang under the leadership of Mayor Alkhadar T. Loong, took place on January 23, 2025, at the Hji…
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Basilan Security Forces Lead Multi-Sectoral Covenant Signing for Safe 2025 Elections
Lamitan City, Basilan – The Basilan Provincial Police Office, under the leadership of Provincial Director Col. Cerrazid Umabong, and the 101st Infantry Brigade, headed by BGen. Alvin Luzon, spearheaded the Provincial and City Multi-Sectoral Covenant Signing for Safe and Peaceful 2025 National and Local Elections and BARMM Parliamentary Elections today in Lamitan City. Members of…
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Government, MILF Sign Ceasefire Guidelines to Ensure Peaceful 2025 Elections
Cotabato City – January 29, 2025 – To ensure a peaceful electoral process, key representatives from the Government of the Republic of the Philippines (GPH) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) gathered at Pavilion Hall, Pagana Kutawato Resto, Cotabato City, for the “Signing of Guidelines for Understanding between the Coordinating Committees on the Cessation…
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Postponing the BARMM Elections: A Dangerous Gamble
The recent move by Congress to fast-track the postponement of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections sets a dangerous precedent. While some argue that delaying the elections will ensure stability and inclusivity, the reality is that this decision undermines democratic principles, threatens the fragile peace in Mindanao, and raises serious questions…
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Farmer Shot Dead in Datu Abdullah Sangki, Maguindanao del Sur
Datu Abdullah Sangki, Maguindanao del Sur – A farmer was killed in a shooting incident in Kaya-kaya, Datu Abdullah Sangki, Maguindanao del Sur, on January 28 at around 3:00 PM. The victim was identified as Nasser Andal Mohamad, a 51-year-old farmer from Purok 3 Linik, Barangay Kaya-kaya, according to Datu Abdullah Sangki town police chief…
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Seven Members of Local Terrorist Group Surrender, Choose Peace in North Cotabato
MIDSAYAP, North Cotabato – Seven former members of a local terrorist group have chosen the path of peace and formally surrendered to the government on Tuesday morning, January 28, 2025, in Midsayap, North Cotabato. During a brief ceremony, the surrenderees voluntarily presented themselves to Col. Ricky Bunayog, Acting Commander of the 602nd Infantry (Liberator) Brigade,…
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BARMM-MENRE Prepares to Host the 15th JMC-TIHPA Meeting in Davao City
The BARMM Ministry of Environment, Natural Resources, and Energy (MENRE), in partnership with the Biodiversity Management Bureau (BMB) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), is gearing up for the 15th Joint Management Committee – Turtle Islands Heritage Protected Area (JMC-TIHPA) Meeting this July in Davao City. This significant event underscores the strong…
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Authorities Conduct Anti-Drug Operation in Maguindanao Del Norte
In the ongoing fight against illegal drugs, authorities carried out a pre-dawn operation on Tuesday at Sitio Poblacion 2, Barangay Korosoyan, in the town of Barira, Maguindanao Del Norte. The operation was launched following intelligence reports of a drug use session in the area. The operation, led by PCPT. Joel C. Albao, Chief of Police…
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2 Dead, 3 Injured in Shariff Aguak Shooting Incident Amid Gun Ban
Shariff Aguak, Maguindanao del Sur—A tragic shooting incident on Monday night, January 27, left two individuals dead, including a member of the Barangay Peacekeeping Action Team (BPAT) and a civilian, while three others were injured by stray bullets. The attack occurred at approximately 7:00 PM at the BPAT outpost in Barangay Labu-Labu Mother. According to…