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Philippine Peace Talks with Communist Rebels Face Several Hurdles

Philippine Peace Talks with Communist Rebels Face Several Hurdles

By Mong Palatino
Both sides have committed to renewed talks, but the road to a genuine peace will likely be a long one.

Philippine Government, Communist Rebels Agree to Resume Peace Talks

Philippine Government, Communist Rebels Agree to Resume Peace Talks

By Sebastian Strangio
Both sides said they recognized “the need to unite as a nation” due to socioeconomic challenges and “the foreign threats facing the country."
Philippine Communist Party Founder Dies in Exile at 83

Philippine Communist Party Founder Dies in Exile at 83

By Associated Press
Jose Maria Sison had lived in self-exile in The Netherlands since his release from prison in 1986.

Court Denies Philippine Government Attempt to Declare Communist Party a ‘Terrorist’ Group

Court Denies Philippine Government Attempt to Declare Communist Party a ‘Terrorist’ Group

By Sebastian Strangio
The ruling by Judge Marlo Magdoza-Malagar stated that the New People's Army used violence as a means rather than an end.

Reversing the Tide of Violence, Treading the Path of Peace in the Philippines

Reversing the Tide of Violence, Treading the Path of Peace in the Philippines

By Gus Miclat and Karen Tañada
After a promising start under President Duterte, the Philippine peace process has fallen apart. But civil society can help get things going again.

Philippines: Communist Rebels Declare Ceasefire Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

Philippines: Communist Rebels Declare Ceasefire Amid Coronavirus Pandemic

By Associated Press
Communist guerrillas said Wednesday they would observe a cease-fire in compliance with the U.N. chief's call for a global halt in armed clashes during the coronavirus pandemic.

Philippine Communist Rebels Mark 50th Year With New Attacks

Philippine Communist Rebels Mark 50th Year With New Attacks

By Jim Gomez
The New People’s Army has defied multiple Philippine presidents’ efforts to eradicate its rebellion.
Will Philippine Talks With Communist Rebels Resume in 2015?

Will Philippine Talks With Communist Rebels Resume in 2015?

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Encouraging signs of fresh talks may mask familiar and formidable challenges

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