MANILA – The bicameral conference committee has agreed to defer the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) elections, rescheduling it for October 13, 2025.
Originally, the BARMM elections were set for May 12, alongside the national and local elections.
Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero confirmed this after the bicameral conference, saying, “Ang in-adopt five months [postponement]. October 13 ang halalan. Pumayag ang Kamara. May mga pagbabago ring pinanukala ang Kamara na inadopt din ng Senado.”
The proposal to postpone the BARMM elections is expected to be ratified in the Senate and House plenary this afternoon. Once ratified, it will be submitted to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. for signing.
Escudero expressed concern about the one-year delay, suggesting a shorter postponement would be preferable to ensure the elections can be held in October.
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