BARMM's Special Geographic Area 'simply doesn't meet the population, land area, and income criteria,' says the Institute for Autonomy and Governance
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IAG said the Special Geographic Area , a cluster of 63 barangays in the non-BARMM Cotabato province that joined the Bangsamoro region through a 2019 plebiscite, does not meet the requirements for provincehood set by the Local Government Code. The IAG pointed out the complexities of the situation, emphasizing that the SGA’s fragmented territory and relatively small population pose major obstacles.
“It’s crucial that any decision about the SGA’s future is made in a transparent and inclusive manner. This will require careful consideration of all stakeholder perspectives and a commitment to finding a solution that works for everyone,” Bacani said.
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