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GRP-MNLF peace pact marks 14th year; gov’t eyes its full implementation within P-Noy’s term |
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Thursday, 02 September 2010 |
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Manila, Sept. 2 – As the historic peace accord between the Government of the Republic of the Philippines (GRP) and the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) marks its 14th anniversary today, the government intends to complete the implementation of the said agreement within President Benigno Aquino III’s term. |
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National Peace Consciousness Month 2010 |
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Tuesday, 31 August 2010 |
LEGAL BASIS On July 20, 2004, former President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo issued Proclamation No. 675 declaring September of every year as National Peace Consciousness Month. The Proclamation enjoins all government agencies and encourages local government units, private sector as well as civil society organizations to observe the National Peace Consciousness Month. The Office of the Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process (OPAPP) is tasked to coordinate and monitor the activities for said annual event. OBJECTIVES The observance of the National Peace Consciousness Month aims as follows: 1. To instill greater consciousness and understanding among the Filipino people on the comprehensive peace process; and 2. To promote a Culture of Peace based on nonviolence, respect for fundamental rights and freedoms, tolerance, understanding and solidarity |
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Aquino greets Islam faithful on Ramadan; urges all to sacrifice for change |
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Tuesday, 10 August 2010 |
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Manila, Aug. 10 – As the holy feast of Ramadan commences tomorrow, President Benigno Aquino III extends his warm greetings to Filipino Muslims who will be observing this month-long religious occasion. “Ramadan is a time of both sacrifice and purification; as you fast, pray and act with kindness towards the poor and less fortunate, may the whole world also pause to reflect on the value of forgoing worldly pleasures to cleanse the body, mind and soul,” the President said, stressing that the Holy Month is also a time of hope. |
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SEC. DELES' MESSAGE FOR RAMADAN |
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Written by Administrator
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Tuesday, 10 August 2010 |
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In this Holy Month of Ramadan, we are one with our Muslim brothers and sisters in praying for a nation where all Filipinos live in peace anchored on justice. Ramadan is an occasion of fasting, worship and meditation among our fellow Filipinos of Islam faith. It is an opportunity to reflect on how we have lived as we pray for the guidance of the Almighty. This entails learning to humble oneself, looking inwardly and examining what it is that keeps one from treading the peaceful path. It is a time to restore our harmonious connection with God and fellow beings. With renewed spirit to face challenges, we will be closer to achieving the peace that we aspire. Together let us keep the spirit of Ramadan burning as we reflect, restore and recommit ourselves to bring about a nation that is free from everything that obstructs peace. May the blessings of the Almighty be with you always! Peace to us all! |
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P-Noy message for Ramadan |
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Monday, 09 August 2010 |
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THE Filipino nation joins our brothers and sisters in Islam in the observance of the Holy Month of Ramadan.
Ramadan is a time of both sacrifice and purification: as you fast, pray, and act with kindness towards the poor and less fortunate, may the whole world also pause to reflect on the value of forgoing worldly pleasures to cleanse the body, mind, and soul. Along with this, may we also be reminded that Ramadan is also a time for great hope. For the sacrifices that bring a community closer to one another and to the Almighty brings the promise of grace and abundance. The Filipino nation shares deeply in this Ramadan spirit. As we collectively acknowledge our failure in the stewardship of our people and resources, we must undergo difficult sacrifices. As we heal the wounds of our nation, in justice, each and every one needs to accept his or her shortcomings and resolve to take the straight path. The straight path demands thinking less of ourselves and more of what we can do for the greater good. It is this sacrifice along with the promise of change that gives us so much hope. We know that in the new straight path, the Almighty will generously reward us with His bountiful blessings and grace. A blessed Ramadan to all our Muslim brothers and sisters. And to all of us. BENIGNO S. AQUINO III |
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