Malacanang said it is ready to assist the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) in translating and disseminating the Framework Agreement to several languages for the easier understanding of the Muslim population in the south.
The MILF said it is seriously considering the translation of the Framework Agreement into different languages acknowledging however that they could encounter logistical difficulties in mass producing the peace pact translation.
In a regular press briefing in Malacanang on Monday, Presidential Spokesman Edwin Lacierda said the Aquino government is ready to assist the MILF in raising awareness on the peace agreement by translating it into different languages.
Lacierda said the Palace is ready to support initiatives that will benefit the people particularly the Framework Agreement for Mindanao peace. He added that they will consult with government chief negotiator Marvic Leonen on how the government could extend its assistance.
“That’s something that we certainly would help. May mga nuances sa language so pag-uusapan pa ‘yun. Pero certainly it’s something that we would like to help,” he said.
Lacierda also expressed hopes that both panels will be able to come up with a decision on the annexes of the Framework Agreement.
The Palace official likewise expressed optimism that both sides could immediately complete the annexes of the agreement. A comprehensive peace pact is being eyed by the government and the MILF before the year ends.
The peace discussions resumes today and the government and the MILF are tackling wealth-sharing, normalization as well as power-sharing concerns. (PND)
