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Bangsamoro Parliament Speaker Pangalian Balindong passes away at 85
Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament Speaker Ali Pangalian Balindong passed away at the age of 85 in St. Luke's Hospital in Quezon City while battling an illness.
A prominent lawyer and political figure, Balindong was recognized as one of the most significant leaders in the Bangsamoro region's history, dedicating his career to the pursuit of peace and self-determination.
Born in Pualas, Lanao del Sur, on January 1, 1940, he held a political science degree and a Bachelor of Laws from Manuel L. Quezon University, passing the Bar in 1967.
Balindong's public service included his role as legal counsel for the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) and participation in peace negotiations, such as the Consultative Legal Panel during peace talks in Tripoli, Libya.
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