The attack in Marawi will neither affect nor delay the peace process between the government and the MILF, as well the passage of the enhanced BBL, presidential adviser on the peace process Jesus Dureza said | Philippine Star
The executive director of IAG told ABS-CBN News President Rodrigo Duterte's martial law declaration showed decisiveness but, if mishandled, could also give rise to more Islamic extremists and compromise peace efforts in southern Philippines.
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The ARMM has convened around 300 Islamic scholars from across the country for a 3-day summit that aims to explore the role of Muslim scholars and religious leaders in the fight against terrorism.
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Duterte, the first Mindanawon to become President, has repeatedly vowed to address the historical injustices committed against the Bangsamoro and to honor all signed peace agreements | MindaNews