BARMMs
BARMMs, short for the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao, refers to the autonomous political region in the southern Philippines created to replace the former Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM). The BARMM was established in 2019 under the Bangsamoro Organic Law (Republic Act 11054) after decades of peace negotiations between the Philippine government and Moro groups, most notably the Moro Islamic Liberation Front. The aim of the creation was to provide greater self-government, resources, and cultural recognition for Bangsamoro communities.
Governance and powers: The BARMM has its own regional government, headed by a Chief Minister and a
Geography and demographics: BARMM covers areas in Mindanao that were previously part of ARMM, comprising several
Significance: The BARMM represents a major milestone in the Philippine peace process, aiming to deliver meaningful