THREAT NO MORE | Threats posed by the Abu Sayyaf terror group have deterred tourists from exploring the beauty of Sulu, including this pristine beach resort in Parang town shown in this Oct. 12, 2022, photo. (Photo by SHEILA MAE DELA CRUZ / Inquirer Mindanao) COTABATO CITY, Maguindanao del Norte, Philippines — The Sulu Provincial Peace and Order Council (PPOC) led by Gov. Abdusakur Tan, with top military and police officials among its members, has declared the province free from the influence of the Abu Sayyaf Group (ASG), which officials said could open a new chapter for peace and development in the area.

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