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A Stronger Bangsamoro. Welcome to the definitive source for BARMM news and in-depth reporting on the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao. As the region celebrates its 7th Founding Anniversary in 2026, Mindanao Gold Star Daily tracks the final milestones of the transition period. We provide critical coverage of the September 2026 Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections, the implementation of the record ₱114.7-billion General Appropriations Act (GAAB), and the landmark Transitional Justice and Reconciliation Act. From the "Mas Matatag na Bangsamoro" agenda and Shari'ah justice reforms to the complex Sulu transition process and infrastructure development in the island provinces, our "countryside journalism" keeps you informed on the journey toward lasting peace, accountability, and self-determination.
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Watchdog flags 91% spike in Barmm attacks
CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY — A conflict monitoring group has flagged a “resurgence” of attacks in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm), pointing to a 91% spike over the last year — a trend punctuated by the ambush that killed four soldiers in Lanao del Norte on Sunday, Jan. 23.
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MILF condemns soldier ambush: 4 killed in Lanao Norte
Abdullah Macapaar, also known as Commander Bravo, leader of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front fighters in the two provinces of Lanao, condemned last Friday's ambush that left four soldiers killed and wounded another in Munai town, Lanao del Norte.
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Barmm board okays P1.6b for Maguindanao’s food, water security
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Mindanao
Macacua outlines P5B investment, new ‘5-pillar’ agenda at Barmm 7th anniversary
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Mindanao
Lagdameo: New law paves way for Barmm elections
MALACAÑANG has renewed its call for urgency in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (Barmm), declaring the newly enacted election law as the final key to unlocking the region’s first regular parliamentary elections.
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Redistricting law passed; Barmm polls secured
In a race against time to save the region's first parliamentary elections, the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament approved the critical redistricting law shortly after midnight on Tuesday, January 13.
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Midnight vote saves polls: BTA passes redistricting law
IN a race against time to save the region’s first parliamentary elections, the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) Parliament approved the critical redistricting law shortly after midnight on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
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Money Matters
P106-m worth of smuggled cigarettes seized in Maguindanao
Authorities in Maguindanao del Norte seized around 2,483 cases of smuggled cigarettes valued at approximately ₱106,232,672 during a joint law enforcement operation on January 6, 2026.
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Petition threatens 2026 Barmm polls
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Mindanao
Macacua races against time, seeks special year-end session
IN a bid to beat the clock on a crucial electoral deadline, Interim Chief Minister (ICM) Abdulraof Macacua has formally requested the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) parliament to convene a special session during the final three days of December.
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Hostage taker killed, 6-year-old girl rescued in Marawi
A six-year-old girl was rescued, and her captor killed, following a tense hostage situation in Barangay Sabala Manao Proper on Sunday morning, December 21.
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