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'True essence of peace': Hataman cites significance of 2025 BARMM polls 

Published Mar 27, 2024 04:50 am

At A Glance

  • House Deputy Minority Leader Basilan lone Rep. Mujiv Hataman says the upcoming 2025 elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) represents the "true essence of the peace and democracy" in the region.
  • Wednesday, March 27 is the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB) that paved the way for the establishment of the BARMM. 

FB_IMG_1706779901289.jpgBasilan lone district Rep. Mujiv Hataman (Facebook)



The significance of the upcoming 2025 elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) isn't lost to House Deputy Minority Leader Basilan lone Rep. Mujiv Hataman.

"Ang halalan sa susunod na taon ang tunay na esensya ng kapayapaan at demokrasyang ipinaglaban natin sa Bangsamoro, dahil may kalayaan na ang mamamayan na pumili ng mga taong mamumuno rehiyon," Hataman said on Wednesday, March 27.

(Next year's election is the true essence of the peace and democracy that we fought for in the Bangsamoro, because now the people have the freedom to choose who will lead the region.)

Incidentally, Wednesday marked the 10th anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Agreement on the Bangsamoro (CAB) that paved the way for the establishment of the BARMM.

"Let us work together for genuine peace in the Bangsamoro, which will be realized if democracy is vibrant and the freedom of the people to choose their leaders becomes a reality," said Hataman, a former governor of the now-defunct ARMM.

For the past five years, the leaders of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) that make up the Bangsamoro Parliament have all been appointed by the President. An election was supposed to be conducted in 2022, but Congress extended the life of the BTA for another three years.

Reflecting on that historic day on March 27, 2014, Hataman says he reminded of the significant strides BARMM has made in the pursuit of lasting peace and development in Mindanao.

"This milestone in the peace process marks a pivotal moment in our history, one that has brought hope and optimism to the people of the Bangsamoro," he said.

"As a former governor of ARMM, I had the privilege of witnessing firsthand how the peace process evolved and flourished under the Aquino administration, culminating in its finalization during the Duterte administration" he added.

Hataman said the establishment BARMM is a testament to the unwavering commitment of both the government and the MILF to find a peaceful resolution to the decades-long conflict in the region.

"Peace is integral to the progress and development of BARMM, and the CAB has provided the framework upon which we can build a more inclusive and prosperous society for all," Hataman noted.

"It is crucial that we continue to uphold the principles and provisions outlined in the agreement, ensuring that the gains we have achieved are sustained and further strengthened in the years to come," he continued.

The Liberal Party (LP) stalwart then thanked the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity (OPAPRU) for its efforts in facilitating the peace process and ensuring the successful implementation of the CAB.

"As we celebrate this milestone, let us reaffirm our commitment to building a brighter future for the Bangsamoro people. Let us continue to work together, hand in hand, towards the realization of our shared vision of peace, prosperity and unity in the region."

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