Papers, Newsletters, Reports & StatementsPCID Statement on the Appointment of the New Officials of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA)

The Philippine Center for Islam and Democracy (PCID) congratulates the 80 newly appointed members of the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA). We trust the BTA leadership to lead in the resolution of the issues that has hindered the region in reaching its full potential.

The successful of the ratification of the Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL) brings the necessary framework for a strengthened autonomy that will lay the foundation for just peace and inclusive development crucial to the prevention of violent extremism in Mindanao.

However, as has been off repeated, the BOL ratification is not a quick fix for the systemic problems of the region. Ending decades of violent conflict and healing the divide caused by civil strife may not be accomplished overnight. Weak and poor governance in the autonomous region cannot be resolved by a mere change in the region’s organic law.

Cognizant of the people’s clamor for inclusive development amidst years of poverty, illiteracy and economic growth, we expect  the BTA to effectively utilize the additional powers and mechanisms provided by the BOL to ensure better and more responsive governance to the needs of the region and its constituents.

The start of the Bangsamoro government is a major step towards peace and development in the region that has long been overdue. Let us continue to support the Bangsamoro region towards progress.