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MILF lauds Senate for adopting House rebel amnesty resolutions
COTABATO CITY (MindaNews / 7 March) – The Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) lauded the Senate for adopting three resolutions of the House of Representatives that concur with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s grant of amnesty to former rebels. Bangsamoro Interim Chief Minister Ahod “Al Haj Murad” Ebrahim, also the MILF chair, said the granting of […].....»»
Hontiveros hopes for fair consideration of divorce bill in Senate
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Risa Hontiveros expressed hope on Wednesday about the potential reintroduction of a divorce bill onto the Senate’s legislative agenda. In the House of Representatives, a bill on absolute divorce was brought for plenary consideration on Tuesday. The divorce bill in the Senate, however, remains pending for plenary discussion. “I had the.....»»
SEC-Davao advises timely submission of requirements for amnesty payments
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Davao Extension Office is reminding corporations who have participated in the amnesty program to ensure timely submission of required documents by January 31. Failure to comply will result in forfeiture of payments and incurring additional penalties as outlined in SEC Memorandum Circular No. 20, series of 2023. Non-compliant corporations must submit their latest General Information Sheet (GIS) and Annual Financial Statement (AFS) through the SEC Electronic Filing and Submission Tool (eFAST). Meanwhile, suspended or revoked corporations should submit their petitions along with necessary documents to the Extension Office via email at secdavao@gmail.com. For more information, applicant-corporations can contact SEC Davao Extension Office at 0932-973-8791. It is important to note that the Commission is planning to implement a substantial increase in basic penalties for late and non-filing of reports post-amnesty period, with penalties potentially increasing by up to 1,900 percent......»»
Bangladesh poll booths burn on election eve, train arson kills 4
(1st UPDATE) 'The timing of this tragedy, just a day before the election...shows an absolute intention to hinder the festivity, safety, and security of the democratic processes of the country,' Foreign Minister A K Abdul Momen says.....»»
Greece: 6 Months On, No Justice for Pylos Shipwreck
(Athens) - Official investigations into credible allegations that the Hellenic Coast Guard's actions and omissions contributed to the catastrophic shipwreck and loss of life off Pylos, Greece six months ago have made little meaningful progress, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said today.The Adriana, a severely overcrowded fis.....»»
Chad: Amnesty Law Cheats Victims
(Nairobi) - A new amnesty law in Chad will deny the rights of victims to seek justice and reinforces impunity, Human Rights Watch said today. The law, passed by a national transitional council on November 23, 2023, removes the possibility of prosecu.....»»
SEC renews call for availment of amnesty program for companies
The Securities and Exchange Commission has renewed its call for companies to avail of its amnesty program with the deadline looming......»»
‘Agreement with the devil’: VP Sara opposes peace talks with communist rebels
Vice President Sara Duterte opposes President Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr.'s decision to grant amnesty to the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People's Army-National Democratic Front (CPP-NPA-NDF). She referred to it as an agreement with the devil, emphasizing her personal experiences with the atrocities committed by the communist group during her tenure as mayor of Davao City. Despite her support for peace initiatives, Duterte firmly believes that granting amnesty to rebels is not the solution. She urged the government to continue efforts through the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-ELCAC) and strengthen them, emphasizing the need to support communities that have been affected by terrorism. Duterte questioned the sincerity of the peace negotiations, citing historical evidence of the group's lack of commitment to peaceful resolutions. She also expressed concerns about the joint statement signed by the Philippine government and the NDF in Oslo, Norway, warning against the potential betrayal of the government and deception of the people. In response, Marcos highlighted the need to amend and update the functions of the National Amnesty Commission to process applications for amnesty under the new proclamations. The Vice President's stance has faced criticism from progressive groups advocating for the resumption of peace talks. This opposition to the peace talks reflects a broader debate within the Philippine government and society regarding the best approach to addressing the longstanding conflict with communist rebels......»»
Ex-DavOr solon urges Congress to delay rebel amnesty resolutions
Summary: Former Davao Oriental legislator, Mayo Almario, has called for a delay in the adoption of resolutions granting amnesty to rebels following the bombing at Mindanao State University (MSU) in Marawi City. He emphasized the need to await the results of investigations into the attack before proceeding with the approval of House resolutions supporting President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr.'s amnesty proclamations. The proclamations, issued on November 22, grant amnesty to members of various rebel groups, including RPMP-RPA-ABB, CPP-NPA-NDF, MILF, and MNLF. Despite acknowledging Marcos' intentions for peace and reconciliation, Almario urged Congress to consider the MSU bombing victims and their families before moving forward. He argued that rushing the resolutions would disregard the sacrifices of soldiers risking their lives on the battlefront. Vice President Sara Duterte also expressed opposition to granting amnesty to rebels, describing it as an agreement with the devil. The call for delay comes amidst concerns and ongoing investigations into the MSU Marawi bombing, which resulted in casualties and injuries......»»
IPO cancels TAPE s Eat Bulaga trademark, favors TVJ
In a decision released Tuesday, the IPO ruled that TVJ have the "absolute and exclusive right to register" the “Eat Bulaga” or “EB” trademark after it found that they presented sufficient evidence that they originally coined the term......»»
House starts process for congressional concurrence on Marcos amnesty proclamations
The 1987 Constitution states that the president can grant amnesty “with the concurrence of a majority of all the members of the Congress.”.....»»
MNLF welcomes amnesty
The Moro National Liberation Front has lauded President Marcos’ decision to grant amnesty to MNLF members who seek to return to the fold of the law......»»
Southerners laud Malacañang s amnesty for MILF, MNLF members
Southerners on Monday expressed appreciation to two proclamations of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. granting amnesty to members of two Moro fronts tagged in crimes in pursuit of revolutionary goals......»»
EDITORIAL - Beyond amnesty
Human rights advocates welcomed President Marcos’ grant of amnesty on Friday to former communist and Islamic separatist rebels. It was the fulfillment of a promise he had made in his second State of the Nation Address last July......»»
Marcos amnesty to former rebels welcomed
The Philippine National Police and Armed Forces of the Philippines are backing President Marcos’ decision granting amnesty to former separatist rebels and communist insurgents, saying the move would foster peace, stability and closure for the country......»»
President Marcos grants amnesty to former NPA rebels
President Marcos has issued several proclamations granting amnesty to former separatist rebels and communist insurgents as part of his administration’s peace initiatives, Malacañang said on Friday......»»
Resume peace talks instead of bogus amnesty — ex-political prisoners
A group of former political prisoners urged President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. to pursue peace talks with the communist CPP-NPA-NDFP, labeling the government's recent amnesty program a "bogus peace plan.".....»»
Marcos grants amnesty to insurgent, rebel group members
Marcos grants amnesty to former members of the Communist Party of the Philippines-New People’s Army-National Democratic Front, Partido ng Manggagawa ng Pilipinas/Revolutionary Proletarian Army/Alex Boncayao Brigade and members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front and Moro National Liberation Front......»»
Robredo arranges De Lima meeting with Amnesty International rep
Former vice president Leni Robredo introduced former senator Leila de Lima to a representative from Amnesty International during their reunion in Naga, Camarines Sur on Thursday morning......»»
SEC Amnesty Program Deadline Extended Until the End of 2023
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is giving non-compliant and suspended or revoked corporations a last chance to avail of lower fines and penalties with the final extension of amnesty applications until the end of 2023. The Commission on November 3 issued SEC Memorandum Circular No. 20, Series of 2023, which extends the deadline for corporations to file […].....»»