The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is set to hold its first parliamentary elections on September 14, with over 600 candidates competing for 80 seats after multiple postponements.
Approximately 2.3 million registered voters will participate, with a significant gender gap as nearly 70% of candidates are men, and 38% of candidates belong to Generation X.
Security concerns are heightened, with 108 areas classified as election areas of concern, particularly in Lanao del Sur, due to the region's history of violence.
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The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) is about to elect its parliament for the first time. It will mark the Bangsamoro people’s third attempt at regional governance.
