sadianSuffering from Napoles fatigueThe nationwide agitation over pork barrel corruption got at least one risk consultant asking about political stability. Well, if public outrage over the Priority Development Assistance Fund of Congress looks bad, there’s an even more worrisome and potentially violent issue that must be delicately resolved—or else: the transition to the Bangsamoro entity under a final peace accord with the Moro Islamic Liberation Front.

If Bangsamoro doesn’t happen and the MILF deal falls through, the resulting frustration and anger among Muslim rebels could re-ignite war in Mindanao and even attacks in Metro Manila. Which is why clearing obstacles to the Framework Agreement and its annexes, including the constitutional issues, is crucial to lasting peace in the land.

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