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June 4, 2025 — MANILA — Fourteen former members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF), who had been detained for years, were officially…
BASILAN — June 9, 2025. In a historic and emotionally resonant moment, the Province of Basilan formally declared itself free from the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), marking a transformative milestone…
Davao City – May 8, 2025 — The National Amnesty Commission (NAC) has reaffirmed its commitment to the timely and effective implementation of the government’s amnesty program in Mindanao, during…
April 29, 2025 – Manila, Philippines — In a historic move that bolsters the Philippine government’s push for lasting peace, 47 former regional leaders of the New People’s Army (NPA)…
PASIG CITY – In a significant step toward advancing peace and sustainable development, the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) and agribusiness firm Kennemer Group…
Cotabato City — The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda in Mindanao, with…
Manila, Philippines — April 14, 2025 — In a landmark move aimed at deepening evidence-based peacebuilding and conflict resolution efforts, the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and…
AWANG, MAGUINDANAO – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) is taking a more active role in the Bangsamoro peace process, pledging to align international assistance with the region’s development goals.…
The Philippines officially launched its Women, Peace, and Security Center of Excellence (WPS CoE) on March 27, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s commitment to advancing gender equality…
Kumalarang, Zamboanga del Sur – A total of 30 loose firearms were voluntarily surrendered during the Turnover of Loose Firearms Ceremony held on February 28, 2025, in Poblacion, Kumalarang. The…