Zia Alonto Adiong
Zia Alonto Adiong | |
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.jpg) Official portrait, 2023 | |
| Member of the House of Representatives of the Philippines from Lanao del Sur's 1st District | |
| Assumed office June 30, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Ansaruddin Alonto Adiong |
| Member of the Bangsamoro Parliament | |
| In office June 30, 2019 – June 30, 2022 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Ziaur-Rahman Alonto Adiong October 16, 1979 Marawi, Lanao del Sur, Philippines |
| Political party | Lakas–CMD |
| Spouse |
Indira R. Ali Pacasum
(m. 2018) |
| Children | 1 |
| Alma mater | Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan (BS) |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Known for | Political leadership in Lanao del Sur |
Ziaur-Rahman "Zia" Alonto Adiong (born October 16, 1979) 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 within the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).
Early life and education
[edit]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
[edit]Adiong has been a member of the Bangsamoro Parliament.[2]
Adiong opposed the creation of new municipalities in Lanao Sur.[3]
In October 2023, Adiong condemned Ambassador Teodoro Locsin Jr.'s remarks 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.[4]
In August 2024, Adiong called for an end to religious affiliation politicization in response to statements by Sara Duterte.[5] Adiong also condemned Sara Duterte's controversial statements about "hitmen" and emphasizing the need for leaders who uphold justice and peaceful governance.[6] He has also been involved in Bangsamoro-related issues, particularly regarding the Supreme Court's decision to exclude Sulu from the region.[7]
Awards and recognition
[edit]- The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) Awardee for 2019.[8]
Personal life
[edit]Adiong is the brother of Mamintal Adiong Jr. and Ansaruddin Alonto Adiong. He married Indira R. Ali Pacasum on February 6, 2018.[9][10] 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.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ "Xavier University Alumni Records". Retrieved November 30, 2024.
- ^ "Adiong, Ziaur-Rahman A." Bangsamoro Parliament.
- ^ Panti, Llanesca T. (March 25, 2024). "Lanao Sur solon nixes creation of new municipalities".
- ^ "Adiong slams Locsin's 'dangerous, bigoted, Islamophobic rhetoric'". POLITIKO. October 23, 2023.
- ^ "Zia Adiong to Sara Duterte: 'Let us not politicize religious affiliation'". Politiko. August 7, 2024.
- ^ Begas, Billy (November 24, 2024). "Zia Adiong slams Sara Duterte's alarming hitman talk".
- ^ Buan, Lian (September 10, 2024). "Dangerous 'political tremors' feared after SC excludes Sulu from BARMM".
- ^ Zia Alonto Adiong (December 15, 2019). "PEACETALK: Let this generation be those who simply say 'WE' instead of 'US' or 'THEM'". Mindanews.
- ^ "Zia Alonto Adiong shares heartfelt message for wifey". Politiko Mindanao. February 12, 2019.
- ^ "Wedding bells! Zia Alonto Adiong ties the knot". Politiko Mindanao. February 6, 2018.
- ^ "Zia Alonto Adiong welcomes new bundle of joy". Politiko Mindanao. March 1, 2019.