All female former rebels from the 683 communist fighters who recently surrendered to authorities in the Eastern Mindanao Commnd (EastMinCom) area will be given a “special tour” to Hong Kong on a date yet to be determined while their documents are being processed.

“It is still being finalized. The government will definitely [provide the trip]. As to the specific office, it will be discussed soon,” Maj. Ezra Balagtey, EastMinCom spokesman, said in a text message to The Manila Times on Monday.

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