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Duterte urged to do more to win Bangsamoro vote
Local officials say a stronger presidential endorsement of the 'yes' vote will be needed in two key battle areas in the region

Duterte claims U.S. role in Mamasapano tragedy
President Rodrigo Duterte says the ill fated Mamasapano operation was an American adventure with the blessing of former president Benigno Aquino III

Most Aquino Cabinet members richer in 2015
The assets lists of 5 Cabinet members are not yet available: Foreign Affairs Secretary Jose Rene Almendras Transportation Secretary Joseph Emilio Abaya Justice Secretary Emmanuel Caparas Trade Secretary Adrian Cristobal and Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Emmanuel Esguerra

Talks with CPP should restart without ‘preconditions’ – Deles
The presidential adviser on the peace process says talk of prisoner release as demanded by the Communist Party of the Philippines is premature

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Most important parts of BBL intact - gov't negotiator
Lawmakers have only 3 weeks to debate the bill on the floor introduce amendments reconcile contradicting provisions and ratify the final version

Robin Padilla: You can't be pro-peace but anti-Bangsamoro law
The actor a Muslim convert calls on the public to raise the level of discussions on the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law and stop the fixation on rebel leaders pseudonyms

NDF proposes 6-month, time-bound peace talks
National Democratic Front Philippines chief political consultant Jose Maria Sison says they want to cover 3 substantive items including the end of conflict and disposition of forces

DFA: Iqbal carries 'valid' Philippine passport
The Department of Foreign Affairs knows the real name of Moro Islamic Liberation Front chief negotiator Mohagher Iqbal

Hillary for US president, Trillanes on Binay bribe, Pacman music video | The wRap
Hillary Clinton runs for the US presidency Senator Trillanes says the Binays bribed two justices Manny Pacquiao has a new music video

Nom de guerre in peace pacts not unique to PH – Deles
The MILF s chief negotiator reveals he owns a bank account under his alias which Senator Escudero points out is against the anti money laundering law

OPAPP hopes to convince the 'misinformed' to support BBL
The Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process is eyeing the 36 of Filipinos still undecided about the Bangsamoro Basic Law

Peace panel: Traitors or protecting gov’t?
Senator Francis Escudero joins calls for the removal of government peace negotiators and adds his voice to criticism of the Bangsamoro bill

Marcos blasts ‘gag order’ on SAF-MILF clash
Senator Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr says he has been unable to talk to key playes in the peace process to determine what really happened in the January 25 misencounter

Intelligence is an ingredient of peace
With both sides guilty of threatening and inflicting harmful acts against each other talking peace right now is like seducing without committing

Pope Christmas message, PH communists, Jordan pilot | The wRap
Pope Francis says: “so many tears this Christmas Communists resume talks with the Philippine government Jordan vows to save its pilot held captive by ISIS

Last ARMM speech: Region ready for Bangsamoro
ARMM governor Mujiv Hataman says his administration was able to bring in social reforms good governance and stability – vital foundations for the creation of the Bangsamoro government

Decommissioning of MILF arms starts January
Meanwhile local politicians have started sending feelers to the MILF intending to join the newly formed Bangsamoro Justice Party ahead of the transition government formation and the 2016 polls

MNLF, MILF start finding common ground
Organization of Islamic Cooperation Secretary General Iyad Ameen Madani sends his special envoy to the Philippines to convene the meeting between the rival groups

House panel wants original Bangsamoro draft
Chief Peace Adviser Teresita Deles says President Benigno Aquino III would decide on how to respond to the request

Peace brokers grilled: Does Bangsamoro bill create sub-state?
Senators raise concerns over the single biggest issue in creating a Bangsamoro entity: Will central government still prevail over the Bangsamoro government?

Military tags BIFF in General Santos bombing
It looks connected to the peace spoilers Bangsamoro Islamic Freedom Fighters based on the signature of the improvised explosive device says a military official

Aquino to endorse Bangsamoro bill to Congress September 10
President Benigno Aquino III and MILF chair Murad Ebrahim met on September 4 to agree on the final draft of the Bangsamoro Basic Law

New deadline: Bangsamoro bill in Congress before Sept 13
Chief Peace Adviser Teresita Deles says the proposed Bangsamoro law will be in Congress before President Benigno Aquino III embarks on his Europe trip

Final Bangsamoro draft goes to Congress 'end of August'
President Aquino is expected to receive the final version of the measure within the week says Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Secretary Teresita Deles

MILF still unhappy with status of draft law
The government and MILF panels are set to meet again before Monday the President s scheduled State of the Nation Address to iron out differences

Where are the 'Hyatt 10' now?
It s been 10 years Six of the 10 government officials comprising the Hyatt 10 eventually became part of the Aquino administration

Angelina Jolie, warzone rape, and the celebrity effect
Did her presence at the Global Summit Against Sexual Violence in Conflict turn attention toward or away from the issue?

Belmonte to Palace: Submit Bangsamoro bill after SONA
The House Speaker says lawmakers cannot discuss the bill substantially in just 3 session days They need ample time to study the creation of a political entity more powerful than ARMM

Women in PH peace process: participation from the ground up
The participation of women in the peace process in Mindanao will be put in the spotlight when the 11 member Philippine delegation attends the Global Summit to End Sexual Violence in Conflict in London from June 10 to June 13

Clashes won't affect gov't-MILF peace deal – Aquino
The Philippines is confident the Bangsamoro peace agreement will hold despite fresh clashes that left 4 Moro Islamic Liberation Front members dead

Close to 500 MILF members to visit Malacañang
The military declares a red alert in Central Mindanao
'GPH-MILF pact pressures other armed groups to talk peace'
Secretary Deles says the government would still like to resume peace talks with the NDF
Congress commits to pass Bangsamoro law this year
Senate President Franklin Drilon reminds the Bangsamoro Transition Commission that the basic law they are drafting should not require amending the Constitution
Gov't, MILF hope to seal firearms deal
What s left pending is the most sensitive issue in the peace process: firearms
Aquino seeks Norway's help in peace talks
Norway remains committed to mediating negotiations between the Philippine government and the National Democratic Front NDF
Gov't, MILF agree on power sharing
Panels decide to leave Bangsamoro waters as a separate item to be taken up in January
Palace emissaries arrive in KL for GPH-MILF talks
Agenda for this round: power sharing deal
IN PHOTOS: Eid al-Adha celebration in Luneta
Muslims in Manila converge at the Quirino grandstand in Luneta
Gov't, MILF extend talks for power-sharing deal
Friday s talks end at past 9 pm
Indonesia keeps distance from MNLF siege
The MNLF has not asked Indonesia to intervene says government
Misuari disowns Zambo siege
But the government stands by its statement that the Misuari led MNLF faction is behind the standoff
Deles: Look into Misuari's 'pattern of behavior'
The government is still awaiting the response of Indonesia on whether it is willing to mediate
Palace starts probe on Mindanao bombings
Malacañang also warns the public to verify reports of attacks spilling over to Manila
Bombings make gov't resolve to complete peace deal stronger
Palace peace adviser Teresita Deles says a deal toward the creation of the Bangsamoro political entity remains on track
PNoy sends Lacierda to KL for talks
The government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front try to arrive at an agreement on a crucial point: wealth sharing
Padilla's resignation as gov't chief negotiator not yet official
Padilla s resignation will only be formalized one the gov t peace panel negotiating with the communist groups completes its transition plan
Talks with MNLF a review, not negotiations
An OIC representative is set to arrive in the country on Thursday to facilitate the tripartite review
Battlefield to football field: Soldiers, rebels play games
Soldiers and rebels begin Sports for Peace