From MindaNews (Oct 16): Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro signed; new history begins
A new chapter in Philippine history unfolded Monday afternoon with the signing of the Framework Agreement on the Bangsmaoro (FAB), putting an end to decades of what Moro Islamic Liberation Front chair Al Haj Murad Ebrahim described as “adversarial relationship between the Bangsamoro and the Philippine nation.” President Benigno Simeon Aquino III said the agreement “not only marks a new chapter in our history; it now defines the very path we take as a people—one where opinions are heard and hope is shared; where understanding and consensus breed meaningful solutions for all stakeholders; one where every child is offered the opportunity to shape his own destiny.” “We see the dawn of a new beginning for the people of Mindanao, a day when we welcome a unified Philippines,” said Malaysian Prime Minister Dato’ Sri Mohammad Najib bin Tun Abdul Razak, whose country has been facilitating the peace talks since 2001....
http://www.mindanews.com/top-stories/2012/10/16/framework-agreement-on-the-bangsamoro-signed-new-history-begins/
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