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Philippines moves closer to greater autonomy for Muslim minority

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a deal on expanding autonomy for the Muslim minority in a bid to end nearly half a century of unrest in the south. The new law will go into effect if it is passed, as expected, by a regional referendum.

Philippine rebels urge Muslims to support self-rule law

Moro Islamic Liberation Front gathers tens of thousands of supporters to campaign for a new autonomy law which President Rodrigo Duterte signed last week, allowing self-rule for Muslims in 2022 in the restive south of the country.

Duterte promises justice for Muslims, indigenous peoples of the Philippines

Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte vowed on Monday to correct “historical injustice” in a speech to Filipino Muslim rebels. He was speaking at a massive rally organised by the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.

Militant groups active in the Philippines

The Philippines has a long history of conflict. Over the past few decades, homegrown militants, particularly in the south of the country, have stepped up their campaigns against the government.

A Turkish-run orphanage on a troubled Philippine island

Around 10,000 orphans seek refuge in a Turkish-run orphanage on the troubled southern Philippine island of Mindanao.

Philippine President Duterte not aware of US support in Marawi

The Philippine military said the US is providing technical support to end the siege of Marawi by the so-called Maute group, which took over large parts of the city late last month. But President Duterte said he did not seek support from Washington.