PDU30 receives “Manifesto of Unity” from ARMM leaders

DAVAO CITY ---  President Rodrigo R. Duterte received a “Manifesto of Unity” signed by the local leaders of the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao during the conduct of the “3rd ARMM Local Government Summit” held at SM Lanang Premier SMX Convention Center in Davao City last November 30-December 1.

The manifesto signed by the municipal and city mayors, provincial governors, and members of the 9^th Regional Legislative Assembly signifies their commitment as partners in promoting good governance in the region.

Secretary Ismael Sueno of the Department of the Interior and Local Government said the local government units have been the highlight of the summit.

“We have here the governors, mayors, and officials of the ARMM regional government. Let us be united and continue to fight corruption and live with our theme: Pagkamulat, Pagbabago, Pag-unlad,” said Sueno.

Sueno handed over the document to President Rodrigo Duterte right after he presented the highlights of the summit.

“We firmly believe that the local government leaders will be our great partners as we fight corruption through proper spending of resources,” said Sueno.

ARMM Governor Mujiv S. Hataman said the summit is a gesture of their commitment as the government strengthens its fight against terrorism, criminality, and illegal drugs.

Stipulated in the manifesto is the important role of local government officials in pushing for good governance and reforms in the region. The officials also stated their commitment to fulfil their duties and responsibilities.

Further, they also pledged to ensure quality services to the public and to denounce, in the highest terms, crime and corruption, most especially human rights violations and acts of terrorism.

The local officials likewise expressed support to the initiatives and interventions of the national government towards the cohesion and convergence of national development. (ANNE B. ACOSTA / MINDANAO EXPOSE’)