A LOOMING extension of martial law in Mindanao until the end of 2017 is not expected to disrupt business and economic activities in the region, Socioeconomic Planning Secretary Ernesto Pernia said on Thursday.

In a press conference in Malacañang, Pernia, who is also the director general of the National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA), said the declaration of martial law in Mindanao even assures investors' safety.

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