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Release of Political Prisoners as a Necessary Step to Achieve Peace
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Release of Political Prisoners as a Necessary Step to Achieve Peace

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Release of Political Prisoners as a Necessary Step to Achieve Peace

Mr. Presiding Officer, members of this august body, esteemed guests, ladies and gentlemen, a pleasant morning.

A week ago, 66 year-old Bernabe Ocasia became the 13^th political prisoner to die in detention in the last five years, and the first under the administration of President Rodrigo R. Duterte. Ocasia had been in prison for over a decade before he suffered a massive stroke that led to his death. It is the fervent wish of many advocates and families of political prisoners pushing for the freedom of their loved ones that Ocasia will be the last political prisoner to suffer death without seeing the hands of justice turn. (more…)

By |2016-12-15T08:45:43+08:00December 15th, 2016|Features|0 Comments

Generation ‘Me’ transforms into Generation Peace
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Generation ‘Me’ transforms into Generation Peace

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Generation ‘Me’ transforms into Generation Peace

Today’s youth belonging to the millennial generation – sometimes called Generation ‘Me’ – are deemed accustomed to an ‘instant gratification’ lifestyle others quickly dismiss as misplaced entitlement. Bangsamoro leader Datu Beds Kali proves just how wrong this judgment through his diligent advocacy towards peace with fellow youth leaders. (more…)

By |2016-11-23T00:33:06+08:00October 18th, 2016|Features|1 Comment

Message of MILF Peace Implementing Panel Chair Mohagher Iqbal for the Peace Month
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Message of MILF Peace Implementing Panel Chair Mohagher Iqbal for the Peace Month

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Message of MILF Peace Implementing Panel Chair Mohagher Iqbal for the Peace Month

The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Peace Implementing Panel joins in the celebration of the National Peace Consciousness Month 2016, and congratulates the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process on its 23rd Anniversary. (more…)

By |2016-11-23T00:33:16+08:00September 29th, 2016|Features, MILF|0 Comments

North Samar Peace Month launches 2016 Peace Month
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North Samar Peace Month launches 2016 Peace Month

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North Samar Peace Month launches 2016 Peace Month

Participated by various national and local agencies, NGOs and the church, spearheaded by the Northern Samar Provincial Government in partnership with OPAPP supported by Provincial PAMANA Management Team, the launching of 2016 Peace Month was held successfully on Sept. 3, 2016, at Sacred Heart Plaza, Catarman, Northern Samar. (more…)

By |2016-11-23T00:33:26+08:00September 9th, 2016|Features, News|0 Comments

Message of Colonel Raniel T. Ramiro (MI) GSC PA, Chief, AFP Peace Process Office, for the 2016 National Peace Consciousness Month

Greetings of Peace!

On the President’s call for inclusive peace, the Armed Forces of the Philippines stands committed to support the government’s peace initiatives for a just and lasting peace in the country. Together with the various stakeholders and peace partners, the AFP joins them in preserving the gains of the peace process and the promotion of peace-building and sustainable development in conflict-affected communities.

In this year’s celebration of the National Peace Consciousness Month, the AFP continues to uphold its mandate of serving the Filipino people and protecting the sovereignty of the state, as it reiterates its unwavering support to the peaceful settlement of all armed conflicts essential to nation-building and development.

Change should start from each one of us and peace must also begin within us. We call on fellow Filipinos to rally behind the government’s call for genuine change and lasting peace in our country.

Tayo ang Pagbabago. Tayo ang Kapayapaan.

By |2016-11-11T04:44:23+08:00September 7th, 2016|Features|0 Comments

AFP Statement on signing of indefinite ceasefire (from Marine Colonel Edgard Arevalo, Chief, Public Affairs Office of the AFP)

“The AFP have noted with elation and optimism this breakthrough in the peace negotiations.

“It is a laudable move on the part of the CPP-NPA-NDF to respond positively to President Rodrigo Duterte’s declaration of reimposition of the Ceasefire “for as long as necessary” to attain lasting peace in the land.

“The AFP under the leadership of General Ricardo Visaya will continue to uphold the letter and spirit of the ceasefire declaration of the Commander-in-Chief. The nation can rely on every soldier, sailor, marines, and airmen to help provide an environment conducive to peace so that the negotiators from both panels can work under the climate of trust and the prospect of reconciliation.”

By |2016-11-11T04:38:48+08:00August 27th, 2016|CPP-NPA-NDF, Features|0 Comments