Jolo and Maguindanao : New IS Epicentres in Philippines?

• Main Authors: Singh, Jasminder, Syed Huzaifah Othman Alkaff
• Other Authors: S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies
• Format: Commentary
• Language: English
• Published: 2018
• Subjects: General; International Politics and Security
• Online Access: https://hdl.handle.net/10356/88596; http://hdl.handle.net/10220/44657
• Institution: Nanyang Technological University

The presence of the so-called Islamic State in the Philippines continues to be a significant threat in this region. After Marawi, IS fighters have been reported as still active in the southern part of the country. Jolo and Maguindanao are likely to be the next IS stronghold.