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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…
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MILF Calls for Strengthened Peace Mechanisms Following Basilan Clash
The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) has urged the strengthening of peace mechanisms in the wake of a recent skirmish in Basilan that claimed the lives of two soldiers and injured 12 others. The group emphasized the need for proper coordination to prevent similar incidents in the future. In a press conference coinciding with the…
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Piagapo Police Arrest Suspect for Grave Threats, RA 10591 Violation, and Election Gun Ban
January 24, 2025 – PCOL Robert S. Daculan, Provincial Director of the Lanao del Sur Police Provincial Office (LDSPPO), commended the Piagapo Municipal Police Station (MPS) for their swift action and successful arrest of a suspect in Barangay Sapingit, Piagapo, Lanao del Sur. The individual faces charges for grave threats, violation of Republic Act 10591,…
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Australian Embassy Strengthens Business and Investment Ties with Mindanao
Davao City, Philippines — The Australian Embassy, represented by Economic Counsellor Luke Villiers, reaffirmed its commitment to deepening business and investment partnerships with Mindanao during a courtesy meeting with Mindanao Development Authority (MinDA) Chairperson Leo Tereso Magno on January 24, 2025, at the MinDA Office. The discussions centered on aligning and matching business interests to…