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Duterte not convinced Comelec ‘ignored’ rules on ballot printing
President Rodrigo Duterte has expressed his belief that the Commission on Elections (Comelec) did not violate any rules regarding the printing of ballots for the upcoming elections.
Duterte stated that he does not believe the poll body would disregard required procedures, especially concerning the presence of witnesses.
His statement comes in response to concerns raised by lawmakers, a poll watchdog, and IT experts about the transparency of the ballot printing and SD card configuration process.
The President mentioned that he knows the people working at Comelec and trusts their integrity.
He also noted that the Bureau of Printing is involved in the ballot printing process and expressed confidence that rules would be followed if witnesses are a requirement.
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