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12November

MBHTE, MILG to reintegrate former LTG members thru skills training

The partnership, known as Project Tulong ng Gobyernong Nagmamalasakit (TUGON), aims to address the socio-economic challenges faced by these individuals by providing them with essential training and skills development. Through the MBHTE's Directorate General for Technical Education, former LTG members will receive technical skills training, enhancing their employability and livelihood...

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12November

MILF pleads with Senate to proceed with scheduled BARMM election in 2025

The resolution, delivered by MILF Central Committee Chairman Ahod Ebrahim, underscores the group’s commitment to upholding the democratic processes agreed upon in the peace agreements with the Government of the Philippines and ensuring continued progress in the region. Mohagher Iqbal, the chief of the MILF Peace Implementing Panel, described the resolution as a “significant step”...

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11November
COMELEC explains reasons for proposed postponement of BARMM elections

COMELEC explains reasons for proposed postponement of BARMM elections

COMELEC Chairman George Erwin Garcia stated that the postponement would provide crucial time for the Bangsamoro Parliament to address the allocation of seats, particularly in light of the recent Supreme Court decision excluding Sulu from the BARMM. The legal and technical issues arising from this decision require careful consideration to ensure fair representation. Garcia further...

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6November
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Bangsamoro unveils comprehensive child welfare plan

The symbolic launch, coinciding with the start of National Children's Month, was officiated by officials from the Ministry of Social Services and Development-BARMM (MSSD-BARMM), led by Minister Raissa Jajurie. The RPAC aims to equip social workers and cooperating communities with the necessary knowledge and tools to effectively address child welfare and rights protection concerns across the...

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6November
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BARMM elections face another postponement as lawmakers file bill to delay polls to 2026

House Bill 11034, authored by Speaker Martin Romualdez and Lanao del Sur 1st District Representative Zia Adiong, echoes a similar proposal introduced by Senate President Francis Escudero in the Senate the previous day. Both measures aim to move the BARMM elections from 2025 to 2026, citing the Supreme Court's September ruling that excluded Sulu province from the region.The proposed postponement...

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