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MILF

New Southern Philippines Deployment Puts Brunei Security Engagements into Focus
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The development highlighted Brunei’s continued role in the southern Philippine peace process and its role in regional security issues.

Zachary Abuza on Insurgency and Terrorism in the Philippines
By Prashanth Parameswaran
A conversation on the state of domestic security issues in the Philippines in 2020 and beyond.

Joint Force Commander Visit Highlights Brunei-Philippines Military Relations
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The trip spotlighted some of the ongoing military interactions between the two sides.

In Mindanao, BARMM Is Only the Beginning
By Mathew Bukit
Establishing the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is only the start of the path to peace.

Competing for the Crown Jewel: The Bangsamoro Plebiscite in Cotabato City
By Luke Lischin
The development holds broader significance for peace in the southern Philippines.

What Does Duterte’s Signing of the Bangsamoro Law Mean?
By Erin Cook
A closer look at a notable development.

The Trouble With Duterte's New Terror List
By Mong Palatino
The move has raised more questions than it has offered answers.

Bangsamoro Peace Process Complicated by Philippine Politics
By Eugene Mark
Despite Duterte’s drams of federalism, the establishment of a Bangsamoro Autonomous Region has stalled.

Why Vietnam Must Fight the Islamic State Terror Threat
By Zachary Abuza
The threat presents both challenges and opportunities that Hanoi cannot ignore.

The Drug War, the South China Sea, and Terrorism in Mindanao: Reviewing Duterte's First Year
By Ankit Panda and Prashanth Parameswaran
Rodrigo Duterte's entry into the Philippine presidency in June 2016 carried important geopolitical consequences.

Why Another Philippines Terrorist Attack Is Coming
By Zachary Abuza
Another Marawi-like siege is likely to occur.

A Closer Look at the Philippine Peace Process With Communist Rebels
By Luke Lischin
The crisis in Marawi has eclipsed another critical front in the government's struggle against domestic threats.

Duterte Must Move Beyond Martial Law to Counter Terrorism in the Philippines
By Zachary Abuza
The president needs a more comprehensive strategy if his administration is to make meaningful progress.

What Does Duterte’s Martial Law Mean for the Philippine Peace Process?
By Mong Palatino
A closer look at how the move has impacted the wider pursuit of peace in the country’s south.

Can Duterte Bring Peace to the Philippines?
By Zachary Abuza
Forging peace in Mindanao is a far more challenging task than many appreciate.

Philippine Muslim Rebels Begin Turning Over Weapons, Soldiers
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Government and rebels do what they can to advance a stalled peace process.

Malaysian Peacekeepers Could Face Toughest Challenge Yet
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The country’s armed forces chief signals rough road ahead for peace monitors.

Philippine Peace Pact in Peril?
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Clash risks complicating fragile peace between the government and Muslim rebels.

Sore Loser: Philippine Candidate Loses Election, Burns Down Daycare Center
Also: Miss World in orphanage collapse, Singapore cybersecurity.

Misuari Costs MNLF Any Goodwill After Zamboanga Debacle
The attack on Zamboanga has severely damaged MNLF’s reputation with leader Nu Misauri at the helm.

Australian Freed from Abu Sayyaf Captivity
Australian Warren Rodwell has been freed by Philippine militants after 15 months in captivity.

Fighting and Fallout in Sabah
Violence has escalated on Sabah, where the Sultan of Sulu and his troops remain firm in their demands.

Thailand Enlists Malaysia as Go-Between in Troubled South
Thailand has called on Malaysia to address the grievances of Muslim insurgents in the south.

A Filipino Standoff in Malaysia
About 100 Philippine militants have washed up on the shores of Malaysia’s eastern state of Sabah.
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