Philippines Assumes Dual Chairmanship of Global and Asian Election Bodies
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced that the Philippines will simultaneously assume the chairmanship of the Association of World Election Bodies (A-WEB) and the Association of Asian Election Authorities (AAEA). This marks a historic first for the Philippines, aiming to strengthen international cooperation in electoral administration.
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