Bangsamoro region votes for its first parliament; violence marred the elections.
They publishedPhilippines’ Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region votes for first parliament
13 Sept, 13:01ZBARMM holds its first parliamentary elections
First reportSouth China Morning Post · 13 Sept, 13:01Z
Latest reportFrance 24 · 14 Sept, 10:10Z
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Why it matters
What
Voters in the Bangsamoro region chose their first parliament in elections marred by violence.
Why
The vote marks a major step in establishing regional self-government.
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Final results and the security situation will shape the parliament’s formation.
Coverage over time
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Summary
- BARMM regional elections determine 80 parliamentary seats across party, district, and sectoral reps.
- Nearly 2.4 million voters target 80% turnout after postponements.
- Voters will elect regional party, district representative, and six sectoral reps.
- Chief minister will be chosen by MPs from among themselves in a majority vote.
- Security involves 20,000+ military and police deployed to protect voting.