PASAY CITY — The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) has forged a partnership with the Presidential Communications Office (PCO) and Philippine Information Agency (PIA) to boost the national government’s information campaign on its anti-insurgency and peacebuilding efforts in the country. (more…)
DAVAO CITY, October 12, 2018 — Representatives of the diplomatic corps and the international donor community converged yesterday in this city to declare their unwavering support for the peace process between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF). (more…)
DAVAO CITY, October 6, 2018—The United Nations’ (UN) upcoming initiatives in Mindanao will focus on building the capacities of the youth and women and empowering them to become agents of peace and development. (more…)
Makati City, July 30, 2018 — “There is a bigger work to be done with the passage of the BOL.”
This was reiterated by Presidential Peace Adviser Jesus G. Dureza on Monday, days after President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL) into law. (more…)
Around 800 students and representatives from various youth organizations had actively participated during the celebration of International Youth Day (IYD) held on 12 August 2017 at Ayala Malls South Park in Muntinlupa City.
With the theme “Youth Building Peace”, the celebration started off with pre-program performances highlighting young talents in singing, dancing and beat-boxing, followed by keynote messages from senior officials of the National Youth Commission (NYC), Philippine Information Agency, Dangerous Drugs Board and video messages from NYC Chairperson Aiza Seguerra and from the United Nations Youth Envoy.
Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) Director Pamela Ann Padilla-Salvan, on her video message for the event, stated that the youth are not deemed powerless because of the advanced technology that they can use in their advocacy for peace.
“I believe the youth of today should play a more active role in peace building. You can act as ‘pebbles of peace’ by making an impact and creating your own ripples. It starts with you – from your homes, neighborhoods, schools and workplaces,” Director Padilla-Salvan encouraged.
High school students from public and private schools in Muntinlupa, youth organizations, and local government units from Cavite, Laguna and Batangas were among the participants who united on this annual celebration.
“Natutuwa kami na this [IYD celebration] was well-represented – we have different schools, different LGUs and sectors na nag-participate ngayon. It’s our chance to promote kung ano talaga ang role ng kabataan sa peace building and how they can contribute sa security ng kani-kanilang communities,” said NYC Assistant Secretary Paul Anthony Pangilinan.
Acknowledging Asec. Pangilinan’s message, 18-year old Rheymel Matute of Pag-asa Youth Association of the Philippines noted, “Sabi nga ni Asec. Pangilinan kanina, kami ‘yong susunod na hahawak ng torch [for peace] so ibig sabihin, balang araw p’wedeng kami na ‘yong nasa unahan para mag-talk kaya habang nasa kabataan pa lang kami, nalalaman na namin kung ano ba talaga ‘yong tunay na relevance ng peace.”
This commemoration is in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goal #16 which aims to ‘’promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels’’. Further, it is also in line with the United Nations (UN) General Assembly Resolution 54/120 in 1999 endorsing the proposed declaration of 12 August as International Youth Day made by World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth. ###
MARAWI CITY — Since the establishment of the Commonwealth of the Philippines in 1935 under the leadership of President Manuel L. Quezon, the country has adopted the unitary or presidential system of government. President Rodrigo Roa Duterte’s strong pronouncements on the nationwide shift towards federalism have mostly been met with thunderous applause, approval, and yearning for more comprehension on what federalism would entail. Thus, rather than take the public’s concurrence for granted, a group of young Moros took it upon themselves to jumpstart community-wide engagement and dialogue on the matter.
PASIG CITY – Members of the Bundestag, Germany’s Lower House of Parliament, paid the Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) a courtesy call expressing their strong support to the peace and development initiatives being undertaken by the administration of President Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
“We wish you all the success, because it could be a very good time, not just for the Philippines, but for the reason to sit together; and this can be a positive sign that could help end conflict,” said German parliamentarian Dr. Thomas Gambke during the meeting, emphasizing their support for the Philippine government’s transparent and inclusive approach on the peace process.
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.
This celebration is, indeed, close to our hearts as we continue our quest for just and lasting peace in Mindanao. Given how far we have come in the journey for peace through the GPH-MILF peace process, moving forward with activities that advocate for, encourage and promote the understanding of this whole exercise is always timely and fitting.
“The Armed Forces of the Philippines (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 re-imposition of the ceasefire ‘for as long as necessary’ to attain lasting peace in the land.
PASIG CITY—International peace and development partners expressed strong support and optimism on the peace and development roadmap of President Rodrigo R. Duterte, even applauding the remarkable performance of his administration to resolve peace and security issues during his first month in office.
“We are very impressed with the work that OPAPP (Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process) has done in just a short time,” said World Bank Country Director Mara Warwick on behalf of the other international organizations and institutions present during OPAPP’s briefing on government’s peace agenda held Thursday, August 4, in Edsa Shangri-la Hotel.
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