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SAMAR GOV’T GIVES EX-REBELS INTEGRATION PACKAGES

The Provincial Government of Samar distributed its Local Social Integration Program (LSIP) packages to some 33 former communist rebels recently at the Abanador Hall, Camp Lukban, Catbalogan City.  In her message, Governor Sharee Ann Tan said, “We have crafted these programs for your benefit as you have a special place in our hearts.”  “In return, […]

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SPEED UP BENEFITS FOR EX-REBELS, SAYS PADILLA

The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) and other agencies should lose no time in processing the benefits due to members of armed groups who have surrendered to the government, Senator Robin Padilla said. At the hearing on the DILG’s 2024 budget, Padilla pointed out that the government has convinced many members of armed […]

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CUA BACKS RAMPED-UP REINTEGRATION OF EX-REBELS

Union of Local Authorities of the Philippines (ULAP) president and Quirino Governor Dax Cua echoed the call of Interior secretary Benhur Abalos for local government units to increase their efforts to reintegrate former rebels into mainstream society, saying such is crucial in ensuring lasting peace and stability in communities. “Reintegration  is crucial in ensuring lasting peace […]