ZAMBOANGA. Officials of the 1103rd Infantry Brigade (1103Bde), under the Philippine Army’s 11th Infantry “Alakdan” Division, held a conference on Thursday, May 28, 2026, with representatives from the Office of the Presidential Adviser on Peace, Reconciliation and Unity (OPAPRU). The meeting aimed to assess the status of various development projects for Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) communities within the brigade’s area of responsibility in the first district of Sulu.
Focus on Infrastructure and Water Systems
The discussions centered on the progress of community-based initiatives, particularly the implementation of roads and water system projects. These projects are designed to enhance mobility to and from interior barangays and improve access to clean and sustainable water supply for MNLF communities. The conference highlighted the importance of collaborative efforts among government agencies, local stakeholders, and security forces in supporting peacebuilding and community development in conflict-affected areas.
Commitment to Peace and Reconciliation
The 1103Bde and OPAPRU emphasized their shared commitment to ensuring the successful completion of these projects as part of the government’s broader peace and reconciliation efforts. The conference also served as a venue to address challenges encountered during project implementation and to strengthen coordination mechanisms among concerned agencies.
Brigadier General Emmanuel Cabasan, commander of the 1103Bde, underscored the significance of development initiatives in sustaining peace and promoting socio-economic growth in the communities. “The implementation of these projects reflects the government’s commitment to uplifting the living conditions of our communities and fostering lasting peace through unity, cooperation, and inclusive development,” he said.
The 1103Bde continues to support peace and development initiatives in partnership with OPAPRU and other stakeholders to ensure stable, secure, and progressive communities throughout the first district of Sulu.
