Paramilitary Groups – 2019
2019
Minimum Implementation 
A plebiscite ratified the Bangsamoro Basic Law on January 21, 20191.[1] The law included some language regarding the disbandment of the paramilitary groups. The law waived certain eligibility requirements for joining the police force for MILF and MNLF fighters.[2] Additionally, it obligated the national and regional governments to establish programs to rehabilitate MILF and MNLF fighters.[3]
[1] “Fifth public report,” Third Party Monitoring Team, March 11, 2019.
[2] “Republic Act No. 11054,” Article XI, Section 2.
[3] “Republic Act No. 11054,” Article XVI, Section 1.