RA 12018 Now Updating the Code of Muslim Personal Laws in the Philippines

Leave a Comment / Legal / Jii Saaduddin / August 16, 2024 / bangsamoro, community, culture, islamic law, muslim affairs, philippines, RA 12018, religion, shar'ah

The Code of Muslim Personal Laws (CMPL), established in 1977, governs personal and family matters for Muslims in the Philippines, such as marriage, divorce, and inheritance, based on Islamic principles. However, with changing times, there’s a need to modernize these laws to better serve the Muslim community such as Maranao people, Maguindanao, Tausug, Yakan, Sama

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The Maranao People

Lanao del Sur, Philippines—In the heart of Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), the Maranao people continue to uphold a rich tapestry of culture and tradition, despite facing significant modern challenges. With a population exceeding 2 million, the Maranao community remains a vital part of the Philippines’ cultural landscape, particularly in the provinces surrounding