COTABATO CITY—A priority law intended to divide the territory of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) into parliamentary districts has secured final approval from the 80-seat legislative body of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA). On Wednesday, February 28 right after the period of amendments, 47 parliament members voted in favor, one in…
MANILA—The inaugural launch of the 1st BARMM Conventional Energy Bid Round here on February 26 unveiled four significant Pre-Determined Areas (PDAs) designated for investment, exploration, development, and production of coal and petroleum resources within the Bangsamoro region. The coal exploration site is specifically situated in Kapai and Tagoloan, Lanao Del Sur, covering a total…
From time immemorial, the Indigenous Peoples (IPs) of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) have played a crucial role in the region’s quest for self-determination. As the entire region moves closer to lasting sustainable development, the Bangsamoro Government is actively addressing the issue of statelessness among its IPs, particularly the Sama communities.…
COTABATO CITY— Inaasahang mas mapabubuti ang access sa malinis at ligtas na suplay ng tubig sa mga bayan ng Kapai at Pualas, Lanao del Sur matapos lumagda ang Bangsamoro Government at mga local government unit (LGU) sa isang kasunduan noong ika-21 ng Pebrero para i-upgrade ang sistema ng patubig. Nakasaad sa memorandum of agreement (MOA)…
Once a child fascinated by the glistening colors of fishes, National Artist Dr. Abdulmari Asia Imao carved and painted his way to success through his determination and passion for the visual arts. His humble beginnings in the small town of Siasi on the island of Sulu, along with his Bangsamoro identity, served as his inspiration…