Rising from second lieutenant to commander-in-chief of the armed forces, Ramos is credited for revitalizing and renewing international confidence in the Philippine economy during his six years in office.
Those killed included Mangudadatu's wife, his two sisters, journalists, lawyers, aides, and motorists who were witnesses or were mistakenly identified as part of the convoy.
It is signed by 1609 scientists and professionals. The declaration argues that climate change policies should be based on scientific and economic realities, not climate models which are exaggerated.