Of Scots, Catalans and Bangsamoro

The Philippine Ambassadors’ Association Inc. (PAFI) has been consistent in supporting the peace process in Mindanao within the framework of the Philippine Constitution.

Accordingly, the peace process should respect the parameters provided by the fundamental law of the land. I also share the view that the peace process should involve consultation on a nation-wide basis because the proposed Bangsamoro Basic Law will affect the lives of all Filipinos. Additionally, the peace process must not contain the seeds of conflict and the destruction of the Philippine Republic but should promote peace, national unity and reconciliation.