Mindanao Peaceweavers (MPW)

Standing our Peace Ground

Mindanao Peaceweavers — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 00:32:12 +0000

COMMITTED we remain. The Mindanao PeaceWeavers (MPW) is formally expressing its resolute commitment in support of the GPH-MILF peace process despite the Lahud Datu, Sabah standoff that embroiled the country in a crisis situation with Malaysia – the peace facilitator itself.

Statesmanship for Sabah: A time to Step In, A Time to Step Up

Mindanao Peaceweavers — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 21:47:58 +0000

In the short month’s time since the unfolding crisis of Sabah gained attention across many borders, the Secretary General of the United Nations himself, Ban Ki-moon has added his voice and concern on the issue, calling for the immediate cessation of hostilities, the grant of access to humanitarian aid, the observance of human rights and the penultimate call for dialogue to resolve the ongoing conflict. The Secretary General knows full well that while the strength of state forces being brought to bear on the dissidents may quell the armed uprising, he and the UN are well aware that it is ultimately with dialogue, discussions and negotiation that lasting peace is truly crafted.

An Open Letter Calling for Sobriety, Calm and Dialogue on Sabah

Mindanao Peaceweavers — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:07:24 +0000

On the unfolding tragedy now threatening parts of Sabah, we urgently call upon President Benigno S. Aquino III of the Philippines, Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Tun Razak of Malaysia, the Sultanate of Sulu and its heirs led by Jamalil Kiram III, together with any and all individuals, organizations and networks who disavow violence and conflict, and who support dialogue as their primary mechanism for peace, to now unite and work towards bringing all the involved parties together in seeking a peaceful resolution to the issues at hand.