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Moro Islamic Liberation Front
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 Duterte's Martial Law Declaration in Mindanao Is So Concerning
By Anthony Hustedt
Philippine history shows martial law is more likely to increase extremism than reverse it.
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.
Can Duterte Bring Peace to the Philippines?
By Zachary Abuza
Forging peace in Mindanao is a far more challenging task than many appreciate.
Progress in the Philippine Peace Process Under Duterte
By Mong Palatino
The initiative is arguably a silver lining in the president's controversial tenure thus far.
Trouble in the Southern Philippines: Problems and Prospects
By Zachary Abuza
A closer look at a complex and often oversimplified situation.
Elections in The Philippines: New Hope for Peace?
By Harriet Lamb
With campaigning well underway for the presidential election on May 9, a look at the implications for peace.
Women in Combat: Both Spoilers and Enablers of Peace
By Rosalie Arcala Hall and Julian Smith
Popular distortions often applied to women’s functions in war can obstruct the peace process.
Philippines Captures Top Militant of Splinter Rebel Group
By Prashanth Parameswaran
High-ranking leader Hasan Indal nabbed in a joint operation.
Violence in the Philippines Feared After Peace Deal Setback
By Mong Palatino
Congress fails to approve the Bangsamoro Basic Law, threatening to undermine a peace deal to end a decades-long insurgency.
Road to Nowhere? Peace Efforts in the Southern Philippines
By Peter M. Sales
The derailing of the work of peace makers is raising the odds of renewed conflict in Mindanao.
Philippines, Malaysia Hold Joint Naval Exercises Amid Security Concerns
By Prashanth Parameswaran
Drills focus on maritime security and transnational crime
Philippine Peace Deal Suffers Another Blow
By Prashanth Parameswaran
The Senate fails to pass a key bill, leaving the peace process hanging in the balance
Diplomatic Access: The Philippines
By Diplomatic Access
Philippine Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr. on the South China Sea disputes, the rebalance to Asia, and more.
Philippines Peace Deal Again Under Threat
By Luke Hunt
Another round of violence in the south of the country puts a hard-earned peace agreement at risk.
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.
Philippine Bangsamoro Peace Deal in Danger of Collapse
By Mong Palatino
The MILF claims the government has reneged on a significant portion of their agreement.
Bangsamoro Peace Deal for Mindanao: Where’s the Peace?
By Paula Defensor Knack
Hailed as a historic agreement, the latest deal with the MILF has some serious problems.
Thai Deaths Cast Doubts over Malaysian Diplomacy
Continuing violence in Thailand’s south has cast doubt on Malaysia’s capacity as a peace facilitator.
Australian Freed from Abu Sayyaf Captivity
Australian Warren Rodwell has been freed by Philippine militants after 15 months in captivity.
Manila to Talk with Kirams Amid Sabah’s Deadly Insurgency
Manila’s talks with the Sultan of Sulu bode poorly for Malaysia’s stability and add legitimacy to outdated claims.
Can Philippines Peace Deal Hold?
While an agreement between the government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front looks promising, challenges lie ahead.
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