Solving the Abu Sayyaf crisis is not as easy as what many would like to imagine. It is a multi-faceted phenomenon that not even the most advanced nations can handle without any tint of its nature protruding. Radicalism is or starts in the mind.
It manifests itself and becomes a problem even in ordinary discussion. Those of this mold would argue in extreme or uncompromising views that makes the discussion unwholesome.
Discussion is 70% listening and only 30% speaking; and it is not an imposition either.
This radicalism would become more problematic when it finds expression in actions and programs of any one or groups or organizations or even states.
Compound these with the lure of things that glitter and the religious conviction that a lofty end justifies all the means to achieve it means that we are inevitably heading toward a greater trouble. Nazism and Fascism, to a much larger extent, are of this category. Currently, the ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) will surely fit into the category.
It is no wonder the Abu Sayyaf, despite the all-out efforts of the government including the use of brute force, are still alive and kicking to this day.
What is the secret of their staying power? Or more appropriately what explains the inability of the government to stamp it out to this day?
Of course, the answer is initially explained above. The full answer will not come in handy or never at all.
Frankly speaking, even the MILF has no magic formula to address the issue. But in areas where it has strong presence, like Maguindanao, North Cotabato, and Lanao Del Sur, kidnapping is neutralized to a certain degree. Of course, the would-be-kidnappers are still in the periphery but knowing that the MILF knows every nook and corner of these areas --- in addition to knowing their relatives and friends --- they are in odd situation before they do the next pull. But this is no guarantee that all is safe and well in these provinces.
Kidnapping can happen in a flash especially small or more individual-based or when the opportunity presents itself. It is a menace even in urban centers. As a matter of fact, reports say, there are more incidents of kidnapping in Manila than in Mindanao.
Be this it as it may, the MILF firmly believes that once a good legislation in the form of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) is passed by Congress, which fairly addresses the legitimate grievances of the Bangsamoro people, and firmly implemented on the ground, all those fighting the government would be rendered without a cause to continue their struggle. They will gradually fade out.
We also believe that the families and supporters of the Abu Sayyaf are like every one of us: They want peace, justice, and development to come to their areas. This should be the benchmark of a good policy.
Moreover, what is good in the MILF’s policy is that we never cut our bridges to those who still believe in a just and legitimate struggle of the Bangsamoro for their right to self-determination.
http://www.luwaran.com/index.php/editorial/item/1336-solving-the-abu-sayyaf-crisis
Discussion is 70% listening and only 30% speaking; and it is not an imposition either.
This radicalism would become more problematic when it finds expression in actions and programs of any one or groups or organizations or even states.
Compound these with the lure of things that glitter and the religious conviction that a lofty end justifies all the means to achieve it means that we are inevitably heading toward a greater trouble. Nazism and Fascism, to a much larger extent, are of this category. Currently, the ISIS (Islamic State of Iraq and Syria) will surely fit into the category.
It is no wonder the Abu Sayyaf, despite the all-out efforts of the government including the use of brute force, are still alive and kicking to this day.
What is the secret of their staying power? Or more appropriately what explains the inability of the government to stamp it out to this day?
Of course, the answer is initially explained above. The full answer will not come in handy or never at all.
Frankly speaking, even the MILF has no magic formula to address the issue. But in areas where it has strong presence, like Maguindanao, North Cotabato, and Lanao Del Sur, kidnapping is neutralized to a certain degree. Of course, the would-be-kidnappers are still in the periphery but knowing that the MILF knows every nook and corner of these areas --- in addition to knowing their relatives and friends --- they are in odd situation before they do the next pull. But this is no guarantee that all is safe and well in these provinces.
Kidnapping can happen in a flash especially small or more individual-based or when the opportunity presents itself. It is a menace even in urban centers. As a matter of fact, reports say, there are more incidents of kidnapping in Manila than in Mindanao.
Be this it as it may, the MILF firmly believes that once a good legislation in the form of the Bangsamoro Basic Law (BBL) is passed by Congress, which fairly addresses the legitimate grievances of the Bangsamoro people, and firmly implemented on the ground, all those fighting the government would be rendered without a cause to continue their struggle. They will gradually fade out.
We also believe that the families and supporters of the Abu Sayyaf are like every one of us: They want peace, justice, and development to come to their areas. This should be the benchmark of a good policy.
Moreover, what is good in the MILF’s policy is that we never cut our bridges to those who still believe in a just and legitimate struggle of the Bangsamoro for their right to self-determination.
http://www.luwaran.com/index.php/editorial/item/1336-solving-the-abu-sayyaf-crisis
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