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Ping Lacson Proposes Proactive Solution to Poll Violence in Maguindanao

Former Sen. Panfilo “Ping” M. Lacson proposed on Thursday a proactive solution to address the poll-related violence in parts of Mindanao, including Maguindanao: have Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) personnel secure opposing candidates there.

Lacson pointed out that this should be a step beyond the investigation by the Philippine National Police (PNP) of election-related violence cases.

“Beyond the usual reactive investigation of election-related violence in Maguindanao, government may consider replacing all the security escorts of the opposing candidates with AFP personnel belonging to the same army battalion or division in the region,” he said in a post on X.

“Having Army personnel belonging to the same unit and under the same field commanders replacing PNP and private armed groups securing both camps will prevent armed confrontations,” he added.

Related: Ping Lacson, Nagmungkahi ng Proactive na Solusyon vs Poll Violence sa Maguindanao

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Lacson Appeals to AmCham Mindanao Chapter to Help De-Escalate Political Tension

DAVAO CITY – Former Sen. Panfilo “Ping” M. Lacson appealed to members of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Mindanao to help de-escalate the tension involving President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte.

Lacson, who was a guest speaker before the AmCham Mindanao‘s Annual US Thanksgiving here, said that instead of being entertained by the exchange of harsh words, “we should all do our part to help ease the tension.”

“While the perennial warmongers whose pastime is to make their day complete with their passion for gossip and entertainment be it between showbiz couples or political allies resulting in intense conflict and their eventual irreconcilable separation, the majority of us who are sober and discerning feel sad and concerned how this development could affect the future of our country,” he said.

Related: Ping Lacson, Umapela sa AmCham Mindanao Para Tumulong sa Pagbawas ng Tensyon sa Pulitika

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Speech before the American Chamber of Commerce Mindanao Chapter

It is truly an honor to be here once again, especially in a remarkable gathering with outstanding business leaders who are at the leading edge of driving economic growth and progress in the southern region of our archipelago. And for this, I thank you for the opportunity.

I know you just wrapped up your elections earlier today, and with the results still as fresh as the first light of dawn, I would like to offer first a few insights about elections in general.

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Lacson explains why Mindanao secession will not happen [Manila Bulletin]

From the Manila Bulletin: Any attempt to declare Mindanao as an independent is unconstitutional and will not prosper, retired national police chief and former senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said.

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On the Recommendation for Martial Law following the Sulu Twin Bombings

We have passed a strong Anti-Terrorism Law for our security forces to better address terrorism in Mindanao and the rest of the country. Unfortunately, amidst the numerous petitions against the measure, the agencies tasked to craft the implementing rules and regulations of the law have not yet issued the same which could have given our law enforcement agencies and the AFP the impetus to fully implement the law with efficacy and confidence, even proactively as we have included even “inchoate offenses” punishable for even at the stage of planning and preparation.

With all that said, another declaration of martial law in Mindanao or Sulu may not be necessary.

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