MANILA, Philippines — President Rodrigo Duterte has granted amnesty to members of rebel groups who have committed crimes to pursue their political beliefs.
In Proclamations No. 1090 to 1093 signed Feb. 5, Duterte granted amnesty to members of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF), Rebolusyonaryong Partido ng Manggagawa–Pilipinas/Revolutionary Proletarian Army/Alex Boncayao Brigade Tabara Paduano Group (RPMP-RPA-ABB) and former rebels of the communist terrorist group.
Granted amnesty are those who committed crimes punishable under the Revised Penal Code and Special Penal Laws, included but not limited to the following.
a. Rebellion or …
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