Malaysian observer here to help gov’t, MILF thresh out differences

Bangsamoro supporters. RICHEL V. UMEL / INQUIRER MINDANAO

The Malaysian facilitator in the peace negotiations between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) arrived Saturday afternoon to observe the meeting between the two peace panels aimed at threshing out their differences over the draft Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL), the Inquirer has learned.

Posted: July 27th, 2014 in Latest Global Nation Stories | Read More »

Aquino, MILF chief hold surprise talks in Japan

President Benigno Aquino held a surprise meeting in Japan with the country’s top Muslim rebel to address growing concerns over delays in implementing a peace deal, their aides said Thursday.

Posted: June 26th, 2014 in Latest Global Nation Stories | Read More »

Aquino thanks Japan for support to Mindanao peace

By Nikko Dizon

Philippines' President Benigno Aquino III, left, and Japan's Prime Minister Shinzo Abe talk following their joint news conference at the prime minister's official residence in Tokyo, Tuesday, June 24, 2014. AP

President Benigno Aquino III expressed his gratitude to Japan on Tuesday for its support to building lasting peace in Mindanao, looking back on that day three years ago when Japan hosted his historic meeting with Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) chair Murad Ebrahim that paved the way for a peace deal with the secessionist group.

Posted: June 24th, 2014 in Latest Global Nation Stories | Read More »

Peace with MILF historic for women

By Tarra Quismundo

Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Teresita “Ging” Deles: Breaking ground. INQUIRER FILE PHOTO

When the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) signed a peace agreement in March, the moment was historic twice over: it was an opening for peace after 17 years of negotiations, and a woman signed such document as chief negotiator for the first time anywhere in the world.

Posted: June 5th, 2014 in Latest Global Nation Stories | Read More »