PHL gov't, MILF sign peace framework pact

From the Philippine Information Agency (Oct 15): PHL gov't, MILF sign peace framework pact

The government of the Philippines (GPH) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) signed the Peace Framework Agreement at Malacanang today. The agreement will prepare for the creation of the Bangsamoro, a new autonomous political entity that will replace the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. President Aquino, in his keynote speech, said that through this, Filipinos are committing to peace that will be sustained through democratic ideals. He said it is a peace meant to heal and empower, and recognize the “many narratives of the Filipino people, and weaves them into a single, national aspiration for equitable progress.”“We are now at the beginning of a comprehensive agreement that will map out the detailed steps, detailed commitments, and detailed programs that will lead to the fulfillment of our long-term goals. We are committed to enabling our partners to transform themselves to a genuine political party that can help facilitate the region's transition towards a truly peaceful and progressive place,” he added....

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