BARMM

Legal Expert Asserts Plebiscite is Essential for Postponement of BARMM Elections

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Manila, Philippines — A legal expert has asserted that any plans to postpone the upcoming elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) must be subjected to a plebiscite to ensure democratic processes are adhered to. This recommendation arises amid ongoing discussions and public debate regarding the potential postponement of the polls initially scheduled for 2022. The push for a delay stems from various political leaders’ belief that more time is needed to stabilize the fledgling regional government, which was established as part of a peace agreement aimed at ending decades of conflict … Read more

Attorney Advocates for Timely BARMM Elections to Uphold Democratic Processes

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Manila, Philippines – A prominent lawyer is urging the commission responsible for overseeing elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) to ensure that elections scheduled for 2022 are not postponed. This development comes amid discussions among legislators regarding the potential extension of the transition period which could delay the first regional polls. The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, established under a 2014 peace agreement between the Philippine government and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front, remains in a critical phase of its transition. The scheduled 2022 elections are considered a significant step toward solidifying the … Read more