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Kiko: No peace if people are hungry
Former senator Kiko Pangilinan visited Lanao del Norte to advocate for his anti-hunger and food security platform, emphasizing that peace and prosperity are unattainable while hunger persists.
He highlighted his Sagip Saka Act and proposed "Libreng Almusal (Free Breakfast)" program during his visit.
Pangilinan met with Hon. Abdullah "Bravo" Macapaar, Al-Hajj, commander of the Northwestern Mindanao Front - Bangsamoro Islamic Armed Forces of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (NWMF-BIAF-MILF) and a Bangsamoro parliament member, to discuss food security solutions.
He stressed that investing in agriculture and food is crucial for the nation's future peace and prosperity.
Pangilinan believes that addressing hunger among citizens and ensuring the welfare of farmers and fishermen are prerequisites for peace.
The former senator stated that persistent hunger hinders peace and development in conflict-affected regions like Mindanao.
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