This early, some hailed this as a landmark deal which could probably end the Moro secessionist struggle in Mindanao. Others, like traditional Moro families and wealthy Christian landowners, have registered their protests. They see the landmark deal as property encroachments which could potentially lead to more violence at the onset.
As PinoyObserver wrote some entries ago, this is just a start of the Bangsamoro struggle. After this, expect an escalation of violence among various groups with differing interests in Mindanao. Expect traditional wealthy caciques and traders like the Lobregats and the Pinons who have large tracts of arable and industrial lands, to protest. Expect a veritable civil war to erupt between "Moro royal families" and those belonging to the MILF because lands claimed by these royalties are to be included in the BJE territory.
Those claiming sovereignty under the Sultanate of Sulu will also rally against this deal. Under this deal, the present administrator of "Sultanate", which, to be honest, does not exist anymore due to the death of the legitimate heirs of the Sultan of Sulu, will definitely register his protest. He, along with numerous others who claim "royal blood", will protest against the deal because the pact will write finis to all these spurious claims.
It will also affect the present claim of the Philippines in Sabah, because the deal will recognize that those lands under the "Sultanate" are actually, part of the BJE.
There will be a period of great instability and turmoil, but this should not hinder nor discourage Arroyo from signing this deal. After the signing, the MILF will now bear the costs of such turmoil, not the government. As BJF administrator, the MILF through the Bangsamoro Islamic Liberation Army Front (BILAF) will have to contend with these anti-revolutionary forces. The MILF will have a greater struggle ahead of it, owning to the firepower that these groups have ranged against it. The MILF should persevere and should not deter from the reason of its formation---the creation of an Independent Bangsamoro State.
In general, the deal will greatly benefit not only those under the BJE but also the entire nation. The potential of foreign investments from both China, the Middle East, India, the United States and Europe is there. Mindanao is underdeveloped. With a new government to be administered by the Bangsamoro themselves, anything is possible there.
Now, the Bangsamoro can build its own megacities, create jobs, create opportunities for everyone. The Bangsamoro can build investment sites. The territory to be given to them has enormous potential for development and growth. The area is rich in mineral and oil resources which, if developed, could potentially increase investment and further grow and modernize the Bangsamoro state.
However, this is just a small step. The growth and development of the BJE will take years before we finally enjoy its fruits. For now, the Bangsamoro People will have to prepare themselves against those who don't want progress. These groups have enslaved the Bangsamoro people for centuries. The enslavement have kept Mindanao underdeveloped and poor. For the Bangsamoro People to end it, it would need the Help of God to shackle those chains that have impoverished its people.
There will be a period of great instability and turmoil, but this should not hinder nor discourage Arroyo from signing this deal. After the signing, the MILF will now bear the costs of such turmoil, not the government. As BJF administrator, the MILF through the Bangsamoro Islamic Liberation Army Front (BILAF) will have to contend with these anti-revolutionary forces. The MILF will have a greater struggle ahead of it, owning to the firepower that these groups have ranged against it. The MILF should persevere and should not deter from the reason of its formation---the creation of an Independent Bangsamoro State.
In general, the deal will greatly benefit not only those under the BJE but also the entire nation. The potential of foreign investments from both China, the Middle East, India, the United States and Europe is there. Mindanao is underdeveloped. With a new government to be administered by the Bangsamoro themselves, anything is possible there.
Now, the Bangsamoro can build its own megacities, create jobs, create opportunities for everyone. The Bangsamoro can build investment sites. The territory to be given to them has enormous potential for development and growth. The area is rich in mineral and oil resources which, if developed, could potentially increase investment and further grow and modernize the Bangsamoro state.
However, this is just a small step. The growth and development of the BJE will take years before we finally enjoy its fruits. For now, the Bangsamoro People will have to prepare themselves against those who don't want progress. These groups have enslaved the Bangsamoro people for centuries. The enslavement have kept Mindanao underdeveloped and poor. For the Bangsamoro People to end it, it would need the Help of God to shackle those chains that have impoverished its people.
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