Tag: Philippine Elections
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Comelec Nears Full Readiness for May 2025 Elections, Reports 95% Completion
BAGUIO CITY – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has announced that it is 95 percent prepared for the upcoming national and local elections scheduled for May 2025. This update was shared by Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia during a press conference held in Baguio City on Sunday, coinciding with the commission’s involvement in the Panagbenga…
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Comelec Nears Full Readiness for May 2025 Elections, Reports Chairperson Garcia
BAGUIO CITY – The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is nearly fully prepared for the upcoming May 2025 national and local elections, with preparations reaching 95 percent completion, according to Chairperson George Erwin Garcia. During a press conference held on Sunday amidst the Panagbenga Festival parade, Garcia emphasized that the commission is on track with its…
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Filipino Voters Urged to Shun Pro-China Candidates in Crucial Midterm Elections
In a passionate plea at the Saturday News Forum in Quezon City, Commodore Jay Tarriela, the Philippine Coast Guard’s spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, called on Filipino voters to reject candidates who favor China in the upcoming May 12 midterm elections. Tarriela emphasized the importance of electing officials who stand firmly behind President Ferdinand…
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Alyansa Candidates Promote Unity, Refrain from Negative Campaigning: Marcos
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. rallied support for the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial candidates at a campaign event held at the Cuneta Astrodome in Pasay City. Marcos emphasized that the Alyansa’s approach to the election would be centered on unity and positive campaigning, contrasting with other parties’ tactics of attacking opponents. Marcos highlighted…
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Alyansa Candidates Optimistic for a Clean Sweep in Metro Manila with Marcos’ Endorsement
MANILA – The senatorial slate of the administration-supported Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas expressed strong confidence on Tuesday that the full backing of President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. would lead them to a complete victory across Metro Manila in the upcoming elections. In a press conference held in Pasay City, former senator Manny Pacquiao highlighted…
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Comelec Reports Ballot Printing for Midterm Elections Nears 50% Completion
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has announced that the printing of 73 million ballots for the upcoming May 12 midterm elections is approaching the halfway point. In a recent update, Comelec chairperson George Garcia revealed that 47.48% of the ballots, totaling 34,235,042, have been printed at the National Printing Office (NPO). Garcia expressed optimism about…
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Comelec Reports Over 47% of Midterm Election Ballots Printed
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced that the printing of 73 million ballots for the upcoming May 12 midterm elections has reached 47.48%, with a total of 34,235,042 ballots already produced. Comelec chairperson George Garcia expressed optimism about reaching the 50% mark in the coming days. The printing is being conducted at the National Printing…
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Overseas Filipinos Can Enroll for Internet Voting Starting March 10
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced that the pre-voting enrollment for Filipinos abroad who wish to participate in the May 12 midterm elections via internet will commence next month. The enrollment window for the Overseas Voting and Counting System (OVCS) will be open from March 10, 2025, to May 7, 2025, for those at Philippine…
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Comelec Clarifies: Negative Campaigning Permitted Under Election Laws
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has affirmed that negative campaigning is within the bounds of the law, as stated by Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia. This statement comes in response to queries about the legality of criticizing other candidates during election campaigns. According to Section 79 of the Omnibus Election Code, election campaigns include activities…
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Alyansa Candidates Pledge to Resolve Power Issues in Davao Region
In a determined effort to tackle the persistent power supply challenges in the Davao Region, senatorial candidates from the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas coalition have committed to legislative action if they secure victory in the upcoming May 12 mid-term elections. During a campaign rally in Tagum City, Davao del Norte, the candidates outlined their…
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