MARAWI CITY, Lanao del Sur, Nov. 18 (PIA) -- A series of month-long activities marking the 23rd founding anniversary of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) is set to kickoff on Monday, November 19, at the region’s seat in Cotabato City.
“Everything is set for the upcoming celebration,” said Amir Mawallil, head of the newly-formed ARMM Communications Group.
Mawallil said this year will be a celebration of the substantial reforms that have been put in place by the present regional caretaker government and prop up gains in the peace process between the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) and the Philippine government following the signing of the Framework Agreement on Bangsamoro middle last month.
He said the framework agreement presents new challenges and opportunities to Filipinos especially for the residents of Mindanao and ARMM.
The 23rd ARMM anniversary celebration is dubbed 2012 Bangsamoro Peacetivities and carries the theme: “Mga Makabagong Hamon sa Mapayapang Bangsamoro.”
The commemoration will commence with a parade and trade Fair on November 19 and will conclude with Cultural Peace Concert and fireworks display on December 19.
Other important highlights of the celebration include a street dancing competition, a tournament on traditional Moro games dubbed the Morolympics and a cultural and fashion show.
In addition to the usual showcase of the unique and vibrant culture of the Moro people, celebration activities will focus on promoting the framework agreement and the continuing reforms in the autonomous government.
OIC-Governor Mujiv S. Hataman lauded regional officials and employees who, through the years, witnessed and played integral part in the evolution of ARMM since its inception in 1989.
“I urge the entire ARMM constituency to take part in the festivity intended not only for the employees but to the general public as well. We will ensure a meaningful commemoration without necessarily incurring lavish spending,” he said.
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