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China 'resolutely' backs Hong Kong leader despite polls setback
"The Chinese government's resolve to protect national sovereignty, security and development interest has not faltered. Its resolve to carry out one country, two systems has not faltered," says foreign ministry spokesman Geng Shuang
North Korean leader votes in elections with 99.98% turnout – KCNA
Given the absence of any competition among candidates, elections in North Korea are essentially a political ritual which, observers say, allows the authorities to claim a popular mandate while reinforcing loyalty to Kim's regime
WINNERS: 2019 local elections in the Philippines
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Main UK parties suffer Brexit battering in local elections
(UPDATED) Prime Minister Theresa May's governing Conservatives loses control of several local authorities and hundreds of seats – but the main opposition Labour party also loses ground
Turkey opposition win in disputed Istanbul vote confirmed – party
The loss of the capital Ankara and Istanbul to the Republican People's Party is a major setback for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling AKP after a decade and a half in power
Turkey's Erdogan sees 'theft' in Istanbul vote results
(UPDATED) The AKP demands a recount in Ankara and Istanbul, citing irregularities after tallies show the party is defeated in both cities in what would be a major setback in a decade and a half in power
Ex-LP member Joy Belmonte woos coveted Duterte vote
But ruling party PDP-Laban chooses to endorse Joy Belmonte's opponent, Bingbong Crisologo, for Quezon City mayor
2019 local elections, in numbers
Around 43,000 candidates are vying for nearly 18,000 local positions
Local campaigns start: Duterte, ex-mayor, sets the tone for 2019 polls
Around 43,000 candidates are vying for nearly 18,000 local positions across the country
Divided Taiwan to vote in key test for ruling party
The ballot includes an unprecedented 10 referendums, one of which calls for Taiwan to change the name it uses at sports events, a proposal that has already angered Beijing
No limits: ‘Senior’ government officials running in 2019
Despite years – or decades – spent working in the government, these political veterans are still running for office in the 2019 Philippine elections
LIST: National government officials vying for local positions
Some national government officials are shifting to local politics in the 2019 midterm elections
Pinedas running mates again in Pampanga race for governor, vice gov
Governor Lilia Pineda will run for vice governor while her son Vice Governor Dennis Pineda will vie for Pampanga governor
Mikey Arroyo to run for Pampanga congressman
If he wins, former congressman Mikey Arroyo will be replacing his mother Pampanga 2nd District Representative Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, who says she will retire from politics in 2019
Allies break up, enemies team up for Cagayan de Oro 2019 elections
Here are also the politicians who have so far filed their certificates of candidacy in other parts of Northern Mindnao: Bukidnon, Camiguin, and Lanao del Sur
Daughter of slain Tanauan mayor Halili running in 2019 elections
Reelectionist Batangas Governor Hermilando Mandanas remains unopposed so far, and at least 3 congressional representatives are running for reelection
Junjun Binay ‘strongly considering to run’ for Makati mayor vs sister Abby
Former Makati mayor Junjun Binay slams his older sister Abby, saying the incumbent local chief executive is 'not carrying the Binay brand'
Isko Moreno resigns from DSWD, eyes running for Manila mayor
Francisco Domagoso, more known as Isko Moreno, has handed resignation
15 Aklan mayors seek reelection
The only two mayors who are on their final terms are running for governor and vice mayor
Comelec junks Lim's petition to disqualify Estrada from Manila poll
The Comelec first division says Alfredo Lim s petition was filed out of time – 8 days after Joseph Estrada had been proclaimed
Incumbent clans dominate northern Luzon polls
Dynasties sweep the polls in 5 provinces north of Manila: Isabela Ilocos Norte Ilocos Sur La Union and Pangasinan
LIST: Proclaimed local winners, May 12
Here are the proclaimed winners for the posts of governor vice governor board member district representative mayor vice mayor and councilor as of May 12
Delays in Zambo Norte canvass as machine breaks down
Provincial canvassers want them immediately fixed
LIST: Proclaimed local winners, May 11
Here are the proclaimed winners for the posts of governor vice governor board member district representative mayor vice mayor and councilor as of May 11
Senate graduates: Pia Cayetano wins, Lapid loses in local polls
Pia Cayetano is successful in replacing his brother as Taguig representative while Lito Lapid fails to dislodge the Pamintuans in Angeles City Pampanga
Century-old Ortega dynasty loses hold on La Union capital city
Incumbent Vice Mayor Hermeginildo Gualberto a long time ally of the Ortegas wins the mayoral race in San Fernando City
#PHVoteWatch: Luck to decide new Bocaue mayor
UPDATED Joni Villanueva wins the coin toss for the mayoral post in Bocaue Bulacan
Enrile son losing in Cagayan congressional race
The Liberal Party is also set to claim the gubernatorial seat in Cagayan through Aquino ally Manuel Mamba
LIST: Proclaimed local winners, May 10
Here are the proclaimed winners for the posts of governor vice governor board member district representative mayor vice mayor and councilor as of May 10
Confusion splits votes in Laguna gubernatorial race
The inclusion of two Ejercitos in the ballot may have split votes meant for former governor EJ Ejercito
Reelectionists, spouses win NCR mayoral race
UPDATED Metro Manila reelectionist mayors are losing only in two cities – Makati and Marikina
Campaigns end: All eyes on crucial provinces
In 56 provinces – including 16 of the 20 most vote rich ones – presidential and vice presidential candidates will be on their own despite the supposed party machinery and the support promised by local kingpins
Bukidnon mayoral bet shot dead
Gunmen shoot independent candidate Armando Ceballos inside his home in Lantapan town
#PHVote Top of the Hour | 05 May 2016, 9PM
The Bureau of Internal Revenue tells the media to report paid campaign promos by candidates Income for broadcast giant GMA Network doubles to P1 01 billion in the first quarter of 2016 Mar Roxas and running mate Leni Robredo hit rivals who distrust surveys
#PHVote Top of the Hour | 05 May 2016, 8PM
Senator Grace Poe denies rumors she’s withdrawing from the presidential race to give way to another candidate The Philippine Supreme Court allows detained former president Gloria Macapagal Arroyo to vote on May 9 in Pampanga A massive wildfire in Canada forces thousands to flee
#PHVote Top of the Hour | 05 May 2016, 7PM
Trillanes files a plunder complaint against Duterte INC officially endorses Rody Duterte and Bongbong Marcos INC reportedly wages a silent war against De Lima
Who will sit on the throne of Cagayan de Oro City?
The face off for the seat of the Gateway to Northern Mindanao revolves around a re electionist an incumbent representative and a former mayor
2016 local races: Lone candidates, fewer voter choices
Around 545 candidates are running for various local positions without an opponent making them sure winners after the May 9 elections
Southern Leyte candidates promise agriculture, fisheries reforms
In a local forum Liberal Party bets mainly members of the influential Mercado clan and candidates from United Nationalist Alliance UNA trade barbs and talk platforms
Electing local governments: Are there other ways to do it?
Local electoral systems across nations allow electors to vote for candidates directly including independent candidates without any need for party affiliation
East versus west: Southern Leyte divided in 2016 elections
The influential Mercado clan which has been holding the capital city of Maasin for several years now is challenged by incumbent Vice Governor Sheffered Lino Tan
Cebu gay politician: It's not gender but track record that matters
Gay politician from Cebu seeks a seat in the city council to represent the LGBT community
San Juan race heating up with curses
Video of a cursing Congressman Ronny Zamora is circulated by the camp of political rival Mayor Guia Gomez
LIVE BLOG: Bacolod holds local forum
Bacolod mayoralty vice mayoralty and congressional candidates are expected to face off on Friday April 15
LIVE BLOG: CDO holds local debate
On Monday April 11 Cagayan de Oro mayoral bets face off in the morning congressional candidates in the afternoon
Binay defends Ampatuan son in UNA ticket
Vice President Jejomar Binay says Sajid Ampatuan a Maguindanao massacre suspect is out on bail because the evidence against him is weak
Grace Poe torn between Ejercitos, Zamoras in San Juan
The presidential bet is longtime friends with the Ejercitos while her husband Neil Llamanzares is a relative of the Zamora family
Erap, Alfredo Lim hit for 'trashy' proclamation rallies
The EcoWaste Coalition reminds candidates in local elections to heed the government led drive to clean up after campaign events
Roxas: ’Natural' for Erap to pick Poe
The administration bet is relying on former Manila mayor Alfredo Lim to help him win votes in the Philippine capital
Lim: Erap won in 2013 due to ‘mass buying of votes'
Joseph Estrada and Alfredo Lim battle it out again in the city of Manila
