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Central Philippines State University (CPSU) Hosts Peace Education University Tour, Strengthens Partnership for Peace Education
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Central Philippines State University (CPSU) Hosts Peace Education University Tour, Strengthens Partnership for Peace Education
KABANKALAN CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL
— Efforts to advance and institutionalize peace education in higher education institutions (HEIs) were further strengthened as the OPAPRU Peace Education University Tour was successfully conducted at Central Philippines State University (CPSU) on 16 April 2026.
The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to institutionalize peace education as a core of peacebuilding strategies, equipping students, educators, and academic institutions with the knowledge, values, and competencies needed to promote dialogue, social cohesion, and conflict transformation within their communities.
Spearheaded by the Policy & Strategy Development and Knowledge Management Service (PSDKMS) and Philippine Peace Institute (PPI), in collaboration with the RPA-CPLA Peace Process Office (RCPPO), the activity brought together students, educators, and stakeholders to promote peacebuilding through education.
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Sulu Transition TWG Fast-Tracks Measures for Seamless Transition; Tackles Funding Gaps, Personnel Safeguards, and Continuity of Essential Services
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Sulu Transition TWG Fast-Tracks Measures for Seamless Transition; Tackles Funding Gaps, Personnel Safeguards, and Continuity of Essential Services
PASIG CITY (April 10, 2026) — In line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the Technical Working Group (TWG) on the Sulu Transition convened on April 8 to accelerate key measures that will ensure a smooth, orderly, and well-coordinated transition of the Province of Sulu, pursuant to Executive Order (EO) No. 91, s. 2025.
The meeting, held at the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), was co-presided by Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Acting Assistant Secretary Gerald Janda, representing Acting Secretary Rolando “Rolly” U. Toledo, and Deputy Minister Eddie Alih of the Ministry of the Interior and Local Government (MILG) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). They were joined by Sulu Vice Governor Sakur Tan and representatives from key national government agencies (NGAs) and Bangsamoro ministries.
Discussions focused on addressing critical budgetary gaps, safeguarding the welfare of affected government personnel, and ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of essential services—particularly in health and education—throughout the transition period.
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Philippines Chairs 18th ASEAN-IPR Advisory Board Meeting, Advances Regional Peace Initiatives
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JAKARTA, INDONESIA – The Philippines reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and cooperation as it chaired the 18th Meeting of the Advisory Board of the ASEAN Institute for Peace and Reconciliation (ASEAN-IPR) at the ASEAN Headquarters in Jakarta on 08 April 2026.
The meeting was presided over by Executive Director Andres S. Aguinaldo, Jr., Philippine Representative and current Chair of the ASEAN-IPR Advisory Board. He likewise serves as Executive Director for Plans and Programs of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), and concurrent Executive Director of the Philippine Peace Institute (PPI).
In his opening remarks, Aguinaldo underscored the continued relevance of dialogue and peaceful dispute resolution amid evolving global challenges. “These recent events remind us of the enduring importance of dialogue, restraint, and the peaceful resolution of disputes and threats,” he said, adding that such developments “underscore the value of institutions such as ASEAN-IPR in advancing understanding, promoting trust, and contributing to a culture of peace in our region and beyond.”
Advisory Board members from across ASEAN Member States participated in the meeting, with nine (9) attending in person and two (2) joining virtually, reflecting sustained regional engagement and cooperation. The meeting was supported by the ASEAN-IPR Secretariat, led by its Executive Director, Ambassador I Gusti Agung Wesaka Puja.
During the meeting, members exchanged views on key priorities and ongoing initiatives, emphasizing the need for ASEAN-IPR to remain responsive to evolving regional dynamics. Discussions focused on the Institute’s 2026 Annual Work Plan, refinement of priority research areas, and progress in regional partnerships, including the ASEAN Think Tank Dialogue.
The Board also highlighted the importance of advancing policy-relevant research, strengthening regional knowledge networks, and expanding outreach—particularly within academic institutions—to deepen peace awareness across ASEAN. Members further discussed ways to strengthen ASEAN-IPR’s institutional role in supporting ASEAN’s peace and reconciliation agenda, consistent with its mandate as a platform for dialogue, research, and capacity-building.
As Chair, Aguinaldo steered the discussions with an emphasis on consensus-building, inclusivity, and forward-looking cooperation, reinforcing the Philippines’ role in advancing a culture of peace in Southeast Asia.
The meeting forms part of the Philippines’ broader engagements under its ASEAN Chairship, aligned with the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together.” It also marked the first ASEAN-IPR Advisory Board session under the Philippines’ 2026 chairship, underscoring the country’s commitment to strengthening regional mechanisms for dialogue and cooperation. ####
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Message of Sec. Carlito. G. Galvez, Jr., Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity on the Celebration of Eid’l Fitr 2026
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Message of Sec. Carlito. G. Galvez, Jr., Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity on the Celebration of Eid’l Fitr 2026
20 March 2026
Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh!
On behalf of the men and women of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity, we extend our heartfelt greetings to the Muslim Ummah in the Philippines and all over the world as you celebrate the joyous culmination of the holy month of Ramadan. Eid Mubarak!
During this blessed occasion, we are reminded of the values of patience, humility, compassion, generosity toward others, and devotion to the Almighty. Filipinos may come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs, but we are all bound by the common ideals of peace, kindness, and solidarity.
In a time where conflict and violence have erupted in different parts of our world, Ramadan has truly become a celebration of our shared humanity and a reminder that kindness is the strongest force of all. Through fasting, members of the Muslim faithful better understand the struggles of those who are facing hunger, discrimination, and conflict. Moreover, acts of charity and service during the holy month strengthen the communal spirit of helping the less fortunate and serving the common good.
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Statement of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on the continued implementation of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB)
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Statement of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on the continued implementation of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB)
March 18, 2026
The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) acknowledges the recent statement from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Central Committee, which noted the “positive” role of the peace agency in facilitating the Government of the Philippines’ (GPH) deliverables under the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB).
Under the steadfast leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the OPAPRU remains unwavering in its commitment to pushing forward and building on the dividends of peace in the Bangsamoro. The OPAPRU’s mandate, which is to “manage, direct, integrate, and supervise the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Process,” serves as a guide and has kept us on track amidst the challenges that have come our way in fostering peace and development across the region.
Since the OPAPRU’s creation more than three decades ago, the agency has been at the forefront of the government’s peacebuilding efforts, which cover all existing peace agreements with the Moro National Liberation Front, Moro Islamic Liberation Front, Rebolusyonaryong Partido ng Manggagawa-Pilipinas/Revolutionary Proletarian Army/Alex Boncayao Brigade (RPM-P/RPA/ABB) and the Cordillera Bodong Administration-Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CBA-CPLA), and ending communist insurgency.
The OPAPRU is in charge of implementing the government’s overall peace policy agenda, while the Government Peace Implementing Panel (GPIP) is tasked to serve as the bridge between the GPH and MILF, particularly to “conduct direct negotiations, dialogues and discussions” with the MILF per EO 158 series of 2021.
The OPAPRU continues to support the GPIP as it undertakes the arduous tasks of implementing the CAB. The selection of the GPIP leadership is an internal process of the government, but it should not affect the work of the peace mechanisms and the efforts of all stakeholders working for peace in the Bangsamoro.
While the OPAPRU recognizes the concerns raised by the MILF leadership, we must never lose sight of the people whose lives depend on the implementation of the peace process. The gains we have achieved, particularly under the Normalization Track, are far too precious to be stalled. It is our firm belief that the momentum of our peacebuilding efforts must be sustained, and in fact, must be accelerated in light of the upcoming first Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections.
We must remember that the CAB is more than just a peace accord. It is a sacred peace covenant. Every “temporary pause” translates into a day of uncertainty for the former combatants, their families, and the communities currently undergoing the transformation process. These are the individuals who have sacrificed the most and rightfully deserve the immediate and continuous assistance from the national and BARMM governments and other peace stakeholders, especially in these difficult and trying times.
We encourage our MILF brothers and sisters to continue walking this path with us, as the peace process is a living testament of our partnership. We believe that the spirit of the CAB, rooted in the principles of jointness, bilateralism, and mutuality, is best honored by keeping the wheels of implementation turning.
We remain confident that our shared aspirations for a just and durable peace will overcome these temporary challenges. For the sake of the Bangsamoro people and the future of our nation, let us move forward together with renewed urgency, determination and heart.
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16,003 former rebels, ex-combatants apply for amnesty, marking major milestone in PH peace process
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16,003 former rebels, ex-combatants apply for amnesty, marking major milestone in PH peace process
PASIG CITY — A total of 16,003 former rebels and ex-combatants have availed of the national government’s Amnesty Program as of March 14, 2026, which is seen as another major milestone under the comprehensive Philippine peace process.
Data from the National Amnesty Commission (NAC) show that the majority of the applicants — 13,633 — are former members of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) and their front organizations.
Their applications were received before the March 13, 2026 deadline set for the group.
In the meantime, 1,240 applicants came from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), while the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) had 646.
Another 484 applications were submitted by members of the Rebolusyonaryong Partido ng Manggagawa–Pilipinas / Revolutionary Proletarian Army–Alex Boncayao Brigade (RPM-P/RPA-ABB) who now call themselves the Kapatiran.
The deadline for MILF, MNLF, and RPM-P/RPA-ABB applicants was set earlier on March 4, 2026.
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OPAPRU and GNWP seal partnership to accelerate nationwide localization of the Women, Peace and Security agenda
NEW YORK CITY — In a collective effort to strengthen and accelerate the localization of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda across the country, the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) and the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) formalized on Wednesday, March 11, a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at the GNWP Office in the UN Church Center.
The MOU between the OPAPRU and GNWP seeks to build local capacities, expand women’s leadership in peacebuilding, and ensure that national WPS commitments translate into concrete actions at the community level.
This joint undertaking supports Section 4 of Executive Order No. 865, which directs the National Steering Committee on Women, Peace and Security (NSCWPS) to work closely with civil society organizations—especially women and peace groups—in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.
By strengthening coordination between government institutions and grassroots women peacebuilders, the collaboration operationalizes this mandate by promoting a more inclusive, community‑driven approach to sustaining peace and resilience.
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In the mountains where silence once meant fear
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In the mountains where silence once meant fear
At the break of dawn, the mountains in Sitio Pirada, Barangay Del Pilar, Cabadbaran City, rise quietly, wrapped in mist, their ridges dissolving into pale blue silhouettes. Roosters crow long before sunlight touches the fields. Smoke from kitchen fires curls into the cold air. Barefoot children chase one another between bamboo houses, while somewhere nearby, a man sharpens a bolo for the day’s work.
For decades, however, this silence did not provide comfort. It meant fear, isolation, hunger, and uncertainty. It meant the slow erosion of hope that comes when promises never arrive and roads remain lines on paper. It meant that young men listened more closely to whispers from the forest than to the voices of teachers, elders, and parents, and that survival often demanded dangerous choices.
This was once a place where the presence of armed rebels was not unusual, where strangers in fatigues appeared in the night, where meetings were held in secrecy, and where ideology mixed with desperation. Young people were taught that the government was an enemy and that the mountains were their refuge. Sitio Pirada was once considered a hotspot, a community vulnerable to influence and manipulation, where the New People’s Army found supporters not because people believed in violence, but because they were tired of being forgotten.
Today, the silence carries a different meaning. It hums with work, with chickens rustling in poultry sheds, cacao beans drying in the sun, women stirring tablea in blackened pans, and motorcycles carrying sacks of produce down narrow mountain paths. It echoes with laughter from cooperative meetings and the steady footsteps of children heading to school instead of the forests.
The mountains remain and bear witness to the new chapter that is unfolding in this hinterland community.
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OPAPRU convenes interagency meeting to advance National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security
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OPAPRU convenes interagency meeting to advance National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security
PASIG CITY —
In a bid to boost the implementation of the National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security (NAPYPS), the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) conducted an interagency meeting on Wednesday, March 11, to track the progress of youth, peace and security initiatives across the country.
Presided over by Atty. Ishmael Bahjin, Director of OPAPRU’s Social Healing and Peacebuilding Office (SHAPEO) and Atty. Casan-Ali M. Limbona Jr. of the National Youth Commission (NYC), the meeting aimed to assess the status of various agency-led programs and ensure their alignment with the national action plan on YPS.
“The OPAPRU commends your agencies’ commitments to mainstreaming the youth, peace, and security agenda that is anchored in the implementation of the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) and Philippine Youth Development Plan (PYDP) within your respective planning and programming processes,” Bahjin said.
He noted that the Peacebuilding and Security chapters of both the 2017-2022 and 2023-2028 PYDPs identified the rollout, monitoring, and assessment of the NAPYPS as both a policy and operational strategy. These successive generations of the PYDP have strengthened the institutionalization and operationalization of the National Action Plan.
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“When women lead, societies move forward”: PBBM underscores importance of women’s meaningful participation in governance at UN event
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“When women lead, societies move forward”: PBBM underscores importance of women’s meaningful participation in governance at UN event
NEW YORK CITY —
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. underscored the importance of advancing women’s meaningful participation in governance, peacebuilding, and development in his remarks on March 9 during the opening session of the 70th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW70) at the United Nations Headquarters.
This marks the first time a Philippine President has addressed the Commission, underscoring the country’s continued commitment to global efforts on gender equality.
At the core of President Marcos Jr.’s message was a call for collective global action, emphasizing that “we cannot hope to solve the great challenges of our time if half of our humanity is excluded from shaping those solutions. Women must be present wherever decisions are made—in government, in business, in science, in diplomacy, and in peacebuilding. The Philippines stands ready to work with all nations to advance this cause.”
The Philippine leader’s call resonated strongly within the broader context of CSW70, the UN’s primary intergovernmental platform for gender equality and women’s empowerment, which annually brings together representatives from member-states, various UN entities, and civil society organizations to reaffirm earlier commitments made and address persistent barriers that restrict the growth and development of women and girls worldwide.
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Central Philippines State University (CPSU) Hosts Peace Education University Tour, Strengthens Partnership for Peace Education
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Central Philippines State University (CPSU) Hosts Peace Education University Tour, Strengthens Partnership for Peace Education
KABANKALAN CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL
— Efforts to advance and institutionalize peace education in higher education institutions (HEIs) were further strengthened as the OPAPRU Peace Education University Tour was successfully conducted at Central Philippines State University (CPSU) on 16 April 2026.
The initiative forms part of a broader strategy to institutionalize peace education as a core of peacebuilding strategies, equipping students, educators, and academic institutions with the knowledge, values, and competencies needed to promote dialogue, social cohesion, and conflict transformation within their communities.
Spearheaded by the Policy & Strategy Development and Knowledge Management Service (PSDKMS) and Philippine Peace Institute (PPI), in collaboration with the RPA-CPLA Peace Process Office (RCPPO), the activity brought together students, educators, and stakeholders to promote peacebuilding through education.
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Sulu Transition TWG Fast-Tracks Measures for Seamless Transition; Tackles Funding Gaps, Personnel Safeguards, and Continuity of Essential Services
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Sulu Transition TWG Fast-Tracks Measures for Seamless Transition; Tackles Funding Gaps, Personnel Safeguards, and Continuity of Essential Services
PASIG CITY (April 10, 2026) — In line with the directive of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the Technical Working Group (TWG) on the Sulu Transition convened on April 8 to accelerate key measures that will ensure a smooth, orderly, and well-coordinated transition of the Province of Sulu, pursuant to Executive Order (EO) No. 91, s. 2025.
The meeting, held at the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), was co-presided by Department of Budget and Management (DBM) Acting Assistant Secretary Gerald Janda, representing Acting Secretary Rolando “Rolly” U. Toledo, and Deputy Minister Eddie Alih of the Ministry of the Interior and Local Government (MILG) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM). They were joined by Sulu Vice Governor Sakur Tan and representatives from key national government agencies (NGAs) and Bangsamoro ministries.
Discussions focused on addressing critical budgetary gaps, safeguarding the welfare of affected government personnel, and ensuring the uninterrupted delivery of essential services—particularly in health and education—throughout the transition period.
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Philippines Chairs 18th ASEAN-IPR Advisory Board Meeting, Advances Regional Peace Initiatives
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JAKARTA, INDONESIA – The Philippines reaffirmed its commitment to regional peace and cooperation as it chaired the 18th Meeting of the Advisory Board of the ASEAN Institute for Peace and Reconciliation (ASEAN-IPR) at the ASEAN Headquarters in Jakarta on 08 April 2026.
The meeting was presided over by Executive Director Andres S. Aguinaldo, Jr., Philippine Representative and current Chair of the ASEAN-IPR Advisory Board. He likewise serves as Executive Director for Plans and Programs of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU), and concurrent Executive Director of the Philippine Peace Institute (PPI).
In his opening remarks, Aguinaldo underscored the continued relevance of dialogue and peaceful dispute resolution amid evolving global challenges. “These recent events remind us of the enduring importance of dialogue, restraint, and the peaceful resolution of disputes and threats,” he said, adding that such developments “underscore the value of institutions such as ASEAN-IPR in advancing understanding, promoting trust, and contributing to a culture of peace in our region and beyond.”
Advisory Board members from across ASEAN Member States participated in the meeting, with nine (9) attending in person and two (2) joining virtually, reflecting sustained regional engagement and cooperation. The meeting was supported by the ASEAN-IPR Secretariat, led by its Executive Director, Ambassador I Gusti Agung Wesaka Puja.
During the meeting, members exchanged views on key priorities and ongoing initiatives, emphasizing the need for ASEAN-IPR to remain responsive to evolving regional dynamics. Discussions focused on the Institute’s 2026 Annual Work Plan, refinement of priority research areas, and progress in regional partnerships, including the ASEAN Think Tank Dialogue.
The Board also highlighted the importance of advancing policy-relevant research, strengthening regional knowledge networks, and expanding outreach—particularly within academic institutions—to deepen peace awareness across ASEAN. Members further discussed ways to strengthen ASEAN-IPR’s institutional role in supporting ASEAN’s peace and reconciliation agenda, consistent with its mandate as a platform for dialogue, research, and capacity-building.
As Chair, Aguinaldo steered the discussions with an emphasis on consensus-building, inclusivity, and forward-looking cooperation, reinforcing the Philippines’ role in advancing a culture of peace in Southeast Asia.
The meeting forms part of the Philippines’ broader engagements under its ASEAN Chairship, aligned with the theme “Navigating Our Future, Together.” It also marked the first ASEAN-IPR Advisory Board session under the Philippines’ 2026 chairship, underscoring the country’s commitment to strengthening regional mechanisms for dialogue and cooperation. ####
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Message of Sec. Carlito. G. Galvez, Jr., Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity on the Celebration of Eid’l Fitr 2026
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Message of Sec. Carlito. G. Galvez, Jr., Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity on the Celebration of Eid’l Fitr 2026
20 March 2026
Assalamualaikum Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh!
On behalf of the men and women of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity, we extend our heartfelt greetings to the Muslim Ummah in the Philippines and all over the world as you celebrate the joyous culmination of the holy month of Ramadan. Eid Mubarak!
During this blessed occasion, we are reminded of the values of patience, humility, compassion, generosity toward others, and devotion to the Almighty. Filipinos may come from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs, but we are all bound by the common ideals of peace, kindness, and solidarity.
In a time where conflict and violence have erupted in different parts of our world, Ramadan has truly become a celebration of our shared humanity and a reminder that kindness is the strongest force of all. Through fasting, members of the Muslim faithful better understand the struggles of those who are facing hunger, discrimination, and conflict. Moreover, acts of charity and service during the holy month strengthen the communal spirit of helping the less fortunate and serving the common good.
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Statement of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on the continued implementation of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB)
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Statement of the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) on the continued implementation of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB)
March 18, 2026
The Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) acknowledges the recent statement from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) Central Committee, which noted the “positive” role of the peace agency in facilitating the Government of the Philippines’ (GPH) deliverables under the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB).
Under the steadfast leadership of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., the OPAPRU remains unwavering in its commitment to pushing forward and building on the dividends of peace in the Bangsamoro. The OPAPRU’s mandate, which is to “manage, direct, integrate, and supervise the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Process,” serves as a guide and has kept us on track amidst the challenges that have come our way in fostering peace and development across the region.
Since the OPAPRU’s creation more than three decades ago, the agency has been at the forefront of the government’s peacebuilding efforts, which cover all existing peace agreements with the Moro National Liberation Front, Moro Islamic Liberation Front, Rebolusyonaryong Partido ng Manggagawa-Pilipinas/Revolutionary Proletarian Army/Alex Boncayao Brigade (RPM-P/RPA/ABB) and the Cordillera Bodong Administration-Cordillera People’s Liberation Army (CBA-CPLA), and ending communist insurgency.
The OPAPRU is in charge of implementing the government’s overall peace policy agenda, while the Government Peace Implementing Panel (GPIP) is tasked to serve as the bridge between the GPH and MILF, particularly to “conduct direct negotiations, dialogues and discussions” with the MILF per EO 158 series of 2021.
The OPAPRU continues to support the GPIP as it undertakes the arduous tasks of implementing the CAB. The selection of the GPIP leadership is an internal process of the government, but it should not affect the work of the peace mechanisms and the efforts of all stakeholders working for peace in the Bangsamoro.
While the OPAPRU recognizes the concerns raised by the MILF leadership, we must never lose sight of the people whose lives depend on the implementation of the peace process. The gains we have achieved, particularly under the Normalization Track, are far too precious to be stalled. It is our firm belief that the momentum of our peacebuilding efforts must be sustained, and in fact, must be accelerated in light of the upcoming first Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) parliamentary elections.
We must remember that the CAB is more than just a peace accord. It is a sacred peace covenant. Every “temporary pause” translates into a day of uncertainty for the former combatants, their families, and the communities currently undergoing the transformation process. These are the individuals who have sacrificed the most and rightfully deserve the immediate and continuous assistance from the national and BARMM governments and other peace stakeholders, especially in these difficult and trying times.
We encourage our MILF brothers and sisters to continue walking this path with us, as the peace process is a living testament of our partnership. We believe that the spirit of the CAB, rooted in the principles of jointness, bilateralism, and mutuality, is best honored by keeping the wheels of implementation turning.
We remain confident that our shared aspirations for a just and durable peace will overcome these temporary challenges. For the sake of the Bangsamoro people and the future of our nation, let us move forward together with renewed urgency, determination and heart.
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16,003 former rebels, ex-combatants apply for amnesty, marking major milestone in PH peace process
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16,003 former rebels, ex-combatants apply for amnesty, marking major milestone in PH peace process
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16,003 former rebels, ex-combatants apply for amnesty, marking major milestone in PH peace process
PASIG CITY — A total of 16,003 former rebels and ex-combatants have availed of the national government’s Amnesty Program as of March 14, 2026, which is seen as another major milestone under the comprehensive Philippine peace process.
Data from the National Amnesty Commission (NAC) show that the majority of the applicants — 13,633 — are former members of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF) and their front organizations.
Their applications were received before the March 13, 2026 deadline set for the group.
In the meantime, 1,240 applicants came from the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), while the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) had 646.
Another 484 applications were submitted by members of the Rebolusyonaryong Partido ng Manggagawa–Pilipinas / Revolutionary Proletarian Army–Alex Boncayao Brigade (RPM-P/RPA-ABB) who now call themselves the Kapatiran.
The deadline for MILF, MNLF, and RPM-P/RPA-ABB applicants was set earlier on March 4, 2026.
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OPAPRU and GNWP seal partnership to accelerate nationwide localization of the Women, Peace and Security agenda
NEW YORK CITY — In a collective effort to strengthen and accelerate the localization of the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) agenda across the country, the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) and the Global Network of Women Peacebuilders (GNWP) formalized on Wednesday, March 11, a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed at the GNWP Office in the UN Church Center.
The MOU between the OPAPRU and GNWP seeks to build local capacities, expand women’s leadership in peacebuilding, and ensure that national WPS commitments translate into concrete actions at the community level.
This joint undertaking supports Section 4 of Executive Order No. 865, which directs the National Steering Committee on Women, Peace and Security (NSCWPS) to work closely with civil society organizations—especially women and peace groups—in implementing, monitoring, and evaluating the National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security.
By strengthening coordination between government institutions and grassroots women peacebuilders, the collaboration operationalizes this mandate by promoting a more inclusive, community‑driven approach to sustaining peace and resilience.
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In the mountains where silence once meant fear
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In the mountains where silence once meant fear
At the break of dawn, the mountains in Sitio Pirada, Barangay Del Pilar, Cabadbaran City, rise quietly, wrapped in mist, their ridges dissolving into pale blue silhouettes. Roosters crow long before sunlight touches the fields. Smoke from kitchen fires curls into the cold air. Barefoot children chase one another between bamboo houses, while somewhere nearby, a man sharpens a bolo for the day’s work.
For decades, however, this silence did not provide comfort. It meant fear, isolation, hunger, and uncertainty. It meant the slow erosion of hope that comes when promises never arrive and roads remain lines on paper. It meant that young men listened more closely to whispers from the forest than to the voices of teachers, elders, and parents, and that survival often demanded dangerous choices.
This was once a place where the presence of armed rebels was not unusual, where strangers in fatigues appeared in the night, where meetings were held in secrecy, and where ideology mixed with desperation. Young people were taught that the government was an enemy and that the mountains were their refuge. Sitio Pirada was once considered a hotspot, a community vulnerable to influence and manipulation, where the New People’s Army found supporters not because people believed in violence, but because they were tired of being forgotten.
Today, the silence carries a different meaning. It hums with work, with chickens rustling in poultry sheds, cacao beans drying in the sun, women stirring tablea in blackened pans, and motorcycles carrying sacks of produce down narrow mountain paths. It echoes with laughter from cooperative meetings and the steady footsteps of children heading to school instead of the forests.
The mountains remain and bear witness to the new chapter that is unfolding in this hinterland community.
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OPAPRU convenes interagency meeting to advance National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security
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OPAPRU convenes interagency meeting to advance National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security
PASIG CITY —
In a bid to boost the implementation of the National Action Plan on Youth, Peace, and Security (NAPYPS), the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU) conducted an interagency meeting on Wednesday, March 11, to track the progress of youth, peace and security initiatives across the country.
Presided over by Atty. Ishmael Bahjin, Director of OPAPRU’s Social Healing and Peacebuilding Office (SHAPEO) and Atty. Casan-Ali M. Limbona Jr. of the National Youth Commission (NYC), the meeting aimed to assess the status of various agency-led programs and ensure their alignment with the national action plan on YPS.
“The OPAPRU commends your agencies’ commitments to mainstreaming the youth, peace, and security agenda that is anchored in the implementation of the Philippine Development Plan (PDP) and Philippine Youth Development Plan (PYDP) within your respective planning and programming processes,” Bahjin said.
He noted that the Peacebuilding and Security chapters of both the 2017-2022 and 2023-2028 PYDPs identified the rollout, monitoring, and assessment of the NAPYPS as both a policy and operational strategy. These successive generations of the PYDP have strengthened the institutionalization and operationalization of the National Action Plan.
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“When women lead, societies move forward”: PBBM underscores importance of women’s meaningful participation in governance at UN event
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“When women lead, societies move forward”: PBBM underscores importance of women’s meaningful participation in governance at UN event
NEW YORK CITY —
President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. underscored the importance of advancing women’s meaningful participation in governance, peacebuilding, and development in his remarks on March 9 during the opening session of the 70th United Nations Commission on the Status of Women (UNCSW70) at the United Nations Headquarters.
This marks the first time a Philippine President has addressed the Commission, underscoring the country’s continued commitment to global efforts on gender equality.
At the core of President Marcos Jr.’s message was a call for collective global action, emphasizing that “we cannot hope to solve the great challenges of our time if half of our humanity is excluded from shaping those solutions. Women must be present wherever decisions are made—in government, in business, in science, in diplomacy, and in peacebuilding. The Philippines stands ready to work with all nations to advance this cause.”
The Philippine leader’s call resonated strongly within the broader context of CSW70, the UN’s primary intergovernmental platform for gender equality and women’s empowerment, which annually brings together representatives from member-states, various UN entities, and civil society organizations to reaffirm earlier commitments made and address persistent barriers that restrict the growth and development of women and girls worldwide.
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