Comelec assures transparency in securing ballots for Eleksyon 2022

Commission on Elections (Comelec) chairman Saidamen Pangarungan has pledged transparency in securing the ballots for the Eleksyon 2022.

He emphasized the sanctity of the ballot as a guiding principle and a policy of complete transparency without compromising security.

The Comelec showcased the vote counting machines (VCMs) and consolidated canvassing system (CCS) production and deployment processes at their warehouse in Sta. Rosa, Laguna.

Stakeholders, including representatives from political parties, citizen's arms, and the media, attended the walkthrough.

Comelec Commissioner George Garcia confirmed that the VCM quality assurance process is on schedule and stated that there will be regular briefings for political parties, partylist organizations, media, and citizens' arms.

On March 15, the poll body will also hold a walkthrough at the National Printing Office in Quezon City, where the printing of official ballots is ongoing.

Commissioner Marlon Casquejo stated that there has been no hacking of the Comelec's system for the upcoming May 9 polls.