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    The document discusses the push for autonomy in the Cordillera region of the Philippines. [1] The region has a unique indigenous culture and biodiversity compared to other regions. [2] However, two previous plebiscites in 1990 and 1998 to establish an organic act for autonomy failed due to a lack of support from Cordillera residents. [3] While there are renewed efforts to pass legislation for a smaller autonomous entity, there are also risks given challenges such as limited time for approval and a need for more public education and support.

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    The document discusses the push for autonomy in the Cordillera region of the Philippines. [1] The region has a unique indigenous culture and biodiversity compared to other regions. [2] However, two previous plebiscites in 1990 and 1998 to establish an organic act for autonomy failed due to a lack of support from Cordillera residents. [3] While there are renewed efforts to pass legislation for a smaller autonomous entity, there are also risks given challenges such as limited time for approval and a need for more public education and support.

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    NWU

    Northwestern
    University
    CEAT ARCHITECTURE
    GALLEGO, HAZIEL JOY O.
    20-00085
    BS ARCH 04
    CW01 | PLAN 3: Introduction to Urban and Regional Planning
    =====================================================

    The Cordillera Region has distinct features that set it apart from Region I such as

    having richer indigenous diversity and culture, UNESCO world heritage site, and diverse

    biodiversity. Is Cordilleran’s ready for autonomy? The region currently exists as an

    administrative region rather than an autonomous one due to several key factors: failed

    plebiscites, internal divisions and disagreements, economic and resource concerns, and

    limited resources and information.

    The Cordillera region initiated the pursuit of autonomy in the early 1980s

    through the "One Cordillera Movement." This movement was triggered by the rejection

    of two plebiscites for the "Organic Act" in 1990 and 1998, both of which were opposed

    by the majority of Cordillera residents. Especially, only the Ifugao province supported

    autonomy and conducted a separate plebiscite (Damian, 2023). Other contributing

    factors to the autonomy struggle include historical context and mistrust, as well as

    external opposition (Garcia, 2017). Similarly, to the Bangsamoro Basic Law --- there’s

    renewed push for autonomy through House Bill 5343 that proposes a smaller, less

    autonomous entity with primarily administrative powers raising concerns about its ability

    to address historical grievances and achieve lasting peace. Furthermore, IAG Philippines

    (2023), stated that challenges in the autonomy advocacy and House Bill legislation

    discussion include: limited time for senate approval, lack of grassroots information,

    insufficient IEC activities, inadequate training for advocates, time and budget

    constraints in the campaign, a leadership-centric approach in the region, and the need

    to educate new officials for support. Thus, even the region has unique cultural and

    historical characteristics, surrendering it full autonomy now carries significant risks. I

    GALLEGO | 2024 | PLAN 3 | NWU ARCHITECTURE


    NWU
    Northwestern
    University
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    think that continuing the status quo as an administrative region offers more stability,

    safety measure, and opportunities for balanced development compared to immediate

    autonomy.

    Sources:

    ABS-CBN News. (2017, July 14). Cordillera’s new push for autonomy more about
    identity, nature [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SdKqDt1-
    XXE
    Damian. (2023, December 6). Cordillera Autonomy: The Struggle for Self-Determination
    in the Philippines. Igorotage.
    https://www.igorotage.com/blog/p/9beoY/cordillera-autonomy-self-
    determination
    GMA Regional TV. (2022, August 5). Mornings with GMA Regional TV: Autonomy
    isinusulong ng Cordillera Administrative Region [Video]. YouTube.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OunyoFwls3Y
    House of Representatives. (2017, July 2). Creation of Cordillera autonomous region
    pushed. Retrieved February 17, 2024, from
    https://congress.gov.ph/press/details.php?pressid=10114
    Philippines, I. (2023, March 4). Towards Regional Autonomy: Lessons and
    Recommendations for the establishment of the Cordillera Autonomous Region.
    IAG. https://www.iag.org.ph/think/1957-towards-regional-autonomy-lessons-
    and-recommendations-for-the-establishment-of-the-cordillera-autonomous-
    region

    GALLEGO | 2024 | PLAN 3 | NWU ARCHITECTURE

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