MILF: MILF to translate Framework Agreement into several languages

From the MILF Website (Nov 11): MILF to translate Framework Agreement into several languages

The negotiating peace panel of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) is seriously considering the translation of the GPH-MILF Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro into several languages. Jun Mantawil, head of the MILF peace panel secretariat, told Luwaran that translating this historic document into the tongues of those who are the direct beneficiaries of the peace pact is very important. However, he said the main problem in this initiative is still the logistical side not the technical requirements especially the need to mass produce these translations in order for every individual or at least every household to have a copy. He disclosed that so far the MILF had already translated the Agreement into Arabic and Maguindanao languages, and very soon, he added, the Tausog, Maranao, and Tagalog translations will follow. He said the MILF aimed at reaching every man and woman in Mindanao and they should understand the Agreement in their own language. As this developed, members of the MILF peace panel had met more than 30 former MNLF leaders, who all hailed from Sulu, Basilan, and Tawi-Tawi, in Cotabato City, last November 3. They were briefed especially nuances and background of every provision of the document for more almost hours about the Agreement. One of the leaders of the group was the son of former MNLF commander Maas Bawang, who figured prominently during the early days of fighting in Sulu. The other leader is currently a town mayor in Tawi-Tawi, who with four others joined the MILF delegation during the signing of the Agreement in Malacañang Palace last October 15.The question-and-answer session lasted for almost two hours. The group also pledged to translate the Agreement into the Sama and Tausog languages. They also committed to use their own funds for the printing of these materials.   
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