The University of the Philippines (UP) clarified today that a necessary deed of transfer and possession has not yet been signed with the Human Rights Violation Victims' Memorial Commission (HRVVMC), resulting in a delay in the start of construction of the planned martial law museum on the university's Diliman campus.
HRVVMC had funded a new P80-million building, where the UP Diliman Campus Maintenance Office will be relocated after vacating the site designated for the museum.
"The main cause of the delay has been the absence of the deed of transfer document for the building, which is still pending approval from HRVVMC," UP Vice President for Planning and Development Dan Peckley explained.
He further clarified that UP requires the signed deed of transfer to fully implement the relocation and clear the area for the museum's construction. According to Peckley, the university's legal office approved a draft of the deed, which was forwarded to HRVVMC on April 18.
UP has followed up on the document's status multiple times, including in May, June, August, and today, Peckley noted. "HRVVMC previously informed the university that the draft is still under review by the Office of the Solicitor General and the Commission on Human Rights."
UP remains committed to collaborating with the museum stakeholders and providing assistance to ensure the establishment of the Martial Law Museum in accordance with all relevant laws and regulations.
Meanwhile, UP President Angelo Jimenez has called an emergency meeting this week to address the matter and reaffirm the university's dedication to realizing the museum.
"We view criticisms, even harsh ones, as part of the difficult challenges we face, but we recognize that at its core, they reflect our shared commitment to human rights," Jimenez stated. "This project is moving forward, and we are determined to see it through to completion."
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