MANILA, Philippines– President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced the postponement of the barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections in the Philippines. The elections, originally scheduled to occur soon, will now take place at a later date.
The administration decided to delay the elections to allocate resources more efficiently. President Marcos emphasized the importance of ensuring preparedness for a fair electoral process.
The postponement will affect the electoral process of barangays and the SK, which serve as fundamental political units in the country.
The announcement came during a formal event where President Marcos addressed the public and relevant authorities.
The President directed electoral bodies to prepare for the rescheduled elections. He also highlighted the need to maintain transparency and integrity in the electoral process.
Public officials and citizens responded to the announcement, understanding the government’s decision.
President Marcos expressed his commitment to supporting democratic processes in the country.