Candidates running for the upcoming barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections (BSKE) in Manila gather at the San Andres Gym on October 12, 2023, to solemnly pledge a commitment to a peaceful campaign and election season by signing a peace covenant.

The event captures striking images of these candidates, alongside members of the police force, joining in the pledge.

(Report & photos by Benjamin Cuaresma/ai/mnm)