Arroyo seeks to "heal and build."(President Gloria Arroyo of the Philippines)
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Philippines president Gloria Arroyo has called for a ceasefire against Muslim rebels in the south, the Moro Islamic Liberation Front. In addition, President Arroyo has proposed peace talks and and economic aid to the region.
Publication Name: Jane's Intelligence Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0955-1247
Year: 2001
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Prospects for peace emerge in southern Philippines.
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The ongoing conflict, instigated by Muslim groups in the Philippnes, may be nearing an end as cease-fire agreements have received tentative approval. The Malayasian government has acted as mediators in the dispute.
Publication Name: Jane's Intelligence Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0955-1247
Year: 2001
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Philippines restarts talks with the MILF
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The Philippine government and the separatist Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) decided to restart Malaysian-facilitated peace talks on 17 July 2004. In response to an official renunciation of terrorism by MILF chairman Salamat Hashim, Manila agreed to lift murder charges that are filed against the rebel leadership.
Publication Name: Jane's Intelligence Review
Subject: Military and naval science
ISSN: 0955-1247
Year: 2003
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