Kalinaw News: Military, Local Government Launch SALW Livelihood Program in Basilan

Posted to Kalinaw News (Jan 27, 2022): Military, Local Government Launch SALW Livelihood Program in Basilan



Camp Navarro, Calarian, Zamboanga City – January 27, 2022

Joint Task Force Basilan together with the provincial government of Basilan launched a livelihood program intended for those who have surrendered their small arms and light weapons (SALW) to the government. The launching activity was held in Barangay Tabuk, Isabela City, Basilan on Januay 24, 2022.

Lt. Gen. Alfredo Rosario, Jr., Commander of Western Mindanao Command said that the program is part of the normalization process under the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro that aims to significantly reduce the number of loose firearms to a manageable level.

During the activity, two fishing “Bancas” were given to former violent extremists Tonong Junaha and Alladin Alamsahi, both residents of Lantawan, Basilan. They both surrendered to the 19th Special Forces Company, 4th Special Forces Battalion.

The launching of the SALW Livelihood Program was graced by the presence of Mr. Manny Muarip, Provincial Administrator of Basilan, Lantawan Mayor Nursiya Ismael, 4th SF Battalion Commanding Officer Lt. Col. Alex Ampati, 101st Infantry Brigade Executive Officer Lt. Col. Cyril Santander, and 19th SF Company Commanding Officer Cpt. Mark Christian Sta. Ana.

Mr. Muarip expressed his gratitude to the military and police for the continued efforts to sustain the peace in the province of Basilan.

Meanwhile, Lt. Gen. Rosario, Jr. said that now is the best time to address the root cause of criminality and conflict. “Congratulations to all leading agencies for this milestone event in the campaign against the proliferation of illegal firearms in Basilan. Let us continue to work for peace for the Basileños,” the WestMinCom Commander added.





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