Zia Alonto Adiong

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Zia Alonto Adiong
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Official portrait, 2023
Member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines from Lanao del Sur's 1st District
Incumbent
Assumed office
June 30, 2022
Children1
Alma mater Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan (BS)
OccupationPolitician
Known forPolitical leadership in Lanao del Sur

Ziaur-Rahman "Zia" Alonto Adiong (born October 16, 1977) is a Filipino politician and legislator currently serving as a member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines, representing the 1st district of Lanao del Sur. Prior to this, he served as a member of the Bangsamoro Parliament from 2019 to 2022, where he was instrumental in promoting regional autonomy and sustainable development within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).

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Early life and education

Zia Alonto Adiong is the son of Mamintal Adiong Sr. and Soraya Adiong. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan. [1]

Political career

Adiong has been a member of the Bangsamoro Parliament [2] and a significant political figure in Lanao del Sur, actively engaged in regional governance and legislative efforts. [3]

During the challenging period following the Marawi siege, he was instrumental in advocating for regional recovery and prevention of future conflicts. He publicly vowed to prevent a recurrence of the Marawi siege and actively engaged in discussions about government efforts to address Maute group remnants. [4]

In the legislative arena, he has been active in local governance, taking stances on municipal creation and regional political dynamics. For instance, he was vocal about opposing the creation of new municipalities in Lanao Sur. [5] Additionally, he has engaged in budgetary discussions, notably commenting on the challenges of defending the Office of the Vice President's budget. [6]

Notable engagement

Adiong is widely recognized for his dedication to good governance and his advocacy for development initiatives aimed at improving the lives of his constituents in Lanao del Sur. [7]

In October 2023, Adiong condemned Ambassador Teodoro Locsin Jr.'s now-deleted remark suggesting the killing of Palestinian children, calling it "dangerous, bigoted, and Islamophobic rhetoric." Adiong, vice chairperson of the House Special Committee on Peace, Reconciliation, and Unity, stressed that such statements have no place in society, particularly from high-ranking officials tasked with promoting peace and humanity. He highlighted the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, where children and civilians of various faiths, including Christians, suffer immense losses, and urged public officials to exercise restraint and wisdom in their statements, emphasizing the responsibility to represent all Filipinos with respect and dignity. [8]

Controversies

Adiong has been known for his vocal stance on various political and social issues. In August 2024, he made headlines by calling for an end to religious affiliation politicization in response to statements by Sara Duterte, demonstrating his commitment to balanced political discourse. [9]

He has been critical of inflammatory political rhetoric, notably condemning Sara Duterte's controversial statements about "hitmen" and emphasizing the need for leaders who uphold justice and peaceful governance. [10] He has also been involved in complex political discussions, including the contentious issue of the Bangsamoro, particularly regarding the Supreme Court's decision to exclude Sulu from the region. [11]

Awards and recognition

Personal life

Adiong is the brother of Mamintal Adiong Jr. and Ansaruddin Alonto Adiong. He married Indira R. Ali Pacasum on February 6, 2018. [13] [14] On March 1, 2019, the couple welcomed their son, Ahmad Domocao III, on the same day the transition from the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM) to the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) began. [15]

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References

  1. ↑ "Xavier University Alumni Records" . Retrieved November 30, 2024.
  2. ↑ "Adiong, Ziaur-Rahman A." Bangsamoro Parliament.
  3. ↑ Lanto, Macabangkit B. (September 6, 2024). "A Muslim for Senator".
  4. ↑ Lalu, Gabriel Pabico (February 28, 2024). "Adiong vows no repeat of Marawi siege as gov't pursues Maute remnants".
  5. ↑ Panti, Llanesca T. (March 25, 2024). "Lanao Sur solon nixes creation of new municipalities".
  6. ↑ Lalu, Gabriel Pabico (August 28, 2024). "Adiong: Defending OVP budget, a difficult task".
  7. ↑ Taculao-Deligero, Patricia (August 20, 2024). "Assistant Majority Leader Zia Alonto Adiong: Balancing leadership with quality service".
  8. ↑ "Adiong slams Locsin's 'dangerous, bigoted, Islamophobic rhetoric'". POLITIKO. October 23, 2023.
  9. ↑ "Zia Adiong to Sara Duterte: 'Let us not politicize religious affiliation'". Politiko. August 7, 2024.
  10. ↑ Begas, Billy (November 24, 2024). "Zia Adiong slams Sara Duterte's alarming hitman talk".
  11. ↑ Buan, Lian (September 10, 2024). "Dangerous 'political tremors' feared after SC excludes Sulu from BARMM".
  12. ↑ Zia Alonto Adiong (December 15, 2019). "PEACETALK: Let this generation be those who simply say 'WE' instead of 'US' or 'THEM'". Mindanews.
  13. ↑ "Zia Alonto Adiong shares heartfelt message for wifey". Politiko Mindanao. February 12, 2019.
  14. ↑ "Wedding bells! Zia Alonto Adiong ties the knot". Politiko Mindanao. February 6, 2018.
  15. ↑ "Zia Alonto Adiong welcomes new bundle of joy". Politiko Mindanao. March 1, 2019.
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