Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Chairman George Erwin Mojica Garcia led the Commission in the conduct of the first regular parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) on September 14, 2026, marking an important stage in the region’s transition to an elected parliamentary government. According to COMELEC, voter turnout reached 84.34 percent, with more than two million voters participating in the election for the 80-seat Bangsamoro Parliament. The elections marked a transition from the interim administration to a parliamentary government chosen by the electorate. The process placed the COMELEC at the center of preparations involving election administration, coordination with government agencies, security arrangements and the implementation of electoral procedures across the region. Under Garcia’s leadership, the Commission oversaw the electoral exercise, which involved election personnel, local government units, security agencies and ot...
Stay #TrueToTheMessage. Inspire the World. Engr. Grace Bondad Nicolas, President and COO of TAG Media Group, will be one of the distinguished speakers at SpeechCon 2026, the Philippines’ longest-running speakers convention, happening on November 28, 2026, at the Admiral Hotel Manila. Bringing together world-class keynote speakers, thought leaders, industry pioneers, and international delegates, SpeechCon 2026 will provide a platform for meaningful conversations, professional development, and the exchange of ideas that inspire people to communicate with purpose and impact. As a business leader, media executive, publisher, and international relations advocate, Nicolas brings a wealth of experience in leadership, entrepreneurship, strategic communication, media, and cross-cultural engagement. She made history as the first Filipina and first woman President of the American Association of the Philippines in its 74-year history. Her contributions to media have earned her three cons...