training course. The PNP incorporated in the course a week long actual training on IHL investigation which includes actual case studies on the preservation of the crime scene. Chief Supt. Fajura explained that this is very important because the PNP would be able to gather material evidence and identifu the persons liable for the criminal acts committed and not just rely on testimonial evidences from witnesses, which are very difficult to gather because of fear and security considerations. He added that this would enhance the capability of the PNP to build-up and file cases especially against non-state actors who are more difficult to identifu relative to state actors. The PNP has coordinated with the AFP for joint trainings on the said course. o'-! d ,..f:\ r . **qr"-$ T , .*Fi { .** t?, ) { € ffi ?{_,| h... Philippine Army is reviewing its TOI or syllabi on HR-IHL. He said this was triggered by General Dr. Parong (AI) and Atty. Mejia (CHR) pointed Bautista's visit with Chair Rosales at the CHR out that it is important to share the module of the PNP and other kaining modules from other and they found out that there are discrepancies agencies for purposes of developing a basic module that will benefit everyone. They said this will also help in developing more specific training courses, say for prosecutors, investigators and judges. Upon suggestion of Dr. Parong (AI) and Atty. Mejia (CHR), the PNP promised to share their criminal investigation module for violations of IHL ' Col. Rhoderick M. Parayno of the Philippine Army Human Rights Office informed the body that the basically in the whole coverage of their training course, i.e., subjects included, scope and periods allotted. Col. Parayno said the Philippine Army has created a TWG which is now in the process of developing a standard TOl/syllabus. Upon completion, hopefully within a month, this will be brought to the CHR for validation. He added that they shall make a manual that will be part of the doctrine of the Philippine Army. Dir. Ofreneo (CHR) also informed the body that the CHR and DOJ have signed a memorandum f J ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION tr