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MILF
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.