The Daily Tribune
Almost 5K Filipinos abroad enrolled in internet voting—Comelec
Around 5,000 overseas Filipinos have registered for the online voting and counting system (OVCS) for the upcoming May 12 midterm elections.
The enrollment period for internet voting for overseas voters commenced on March 20 and will continue until May 7.
Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia expressed optimism that more registrations will occur in the coming weeks, noting the quick and easy enrollment process.
Garcia advised registered voters to familiarize themselves with the OVCS to ensure a smooth voting experience.
The online portal for enrollment is accessible at https://ov.comelec.gov.ph/enroll.
The overseas voting period is scheduled from April 13 to May 12.
Overseas voters are eligible to cast their ballots for 12 senatorial candidates and one party-list group.
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