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| ARMM Gov Mujiv Hataman |
It
has been a year since Marawi City, known as the lone Islamic City of the
Philippines, has been ravaged by fear and terror. Parts of a city that was once
a melting pot of different histories, cultures, and beliefs have been reduced
to rubble.
That
terrorism had its grip upon a city in the heart of our region reminds us that
there is so much more to be done. In our long struggle for peace, our people
have survived numerous conflicts, and this most recent war finds its place
among the worst in our history.
And
yet, as we have done in response to every threat our people have faced, we must
stand united with our brothers and sisters. The price of peace, as we have
learned throughout our history, is constant vigilance. We cannot afford to let
this happen again, and this requires collective effort towards securing our
homes, our cities, and our region.
The
safety of our people lies not only in ensuring security against crimes and
conflict but in ensuring education for all – an education that is affirmed not
only by our schools but by our communities. Peace and security is achieved not
only through law enforcement and state offensives, but through constant
dialogue that seeks to engage each and every Bangsamoro.
As
we struggle and work towards rebuilding the city of Marawi, we must also strive
to rebuild the foundations of local leadership and reestablish safe spaces for
the most vulnerable in our communities. In our efforts towards healing, we must
go back to the core of our faith as Muslims and, as we fast together as we
honor the Holy Month, we must remember that with every hardship comes relief.
As we fulfill our duties as Muslims, we must also remember to continue the work
that lies ahead of us together, as we worship Allah and dedicate all our efforts
for his glory.
Marawi
will rise again, and it will rise with the renewed strength and courage of our
people. (Bureau of Public Information, JDC).
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