Government of the Republic of the Philippines - Moro Islamic Liberation Front Peace Talks: A Bold Move to Counter Terrorism
Abstract
The Philippines has been fighting a three-decade insurgency war. It has cost many lives, drained the government's coffers, and adversely set back progress in many areas of the country. The government of the Republic of the Philippines (GRP) and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) are presently engaged in peace talks to thresh out their related concerns and resolve their problems. There is an urgent need for these talks to succeed. A successful settlement between the two groups will bring peace and economic progress to the country, and contain terrorism in Southeast Asia. At this point, the prospects for a successful conclusion to the negotiations are very good. The United States has initiated the cooperation of Malaysia to facilitate the peace talks between the GRP and the MILF; members of the Organization of Islamic Countries are monitoring the peace process; the United States and other allied countries have pledged substantial aid should the talks succeed; and there are active participants from civil societies and nongovernmental organizations who will ensure the strict implementation of the cease fire agreement. This paper examines the issues from both sides of the conflict and makes recommendations to put an end to the decade-long struggle.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 13, 2006
- Accession Number
- ADA449258
Entities
People
- Roland C. Amarille
Organizations
- United States Army War College