Record-High Voter Turnout Marks Historic Philippine Midterm Elections

The Philippines recorded its highest-ever voter turnout in a midterm election, reaching 81.65% in the Bilang Pilipino 2025 count, according to the COMELEC. This surpasses all previous midterm election records. The speed of the vote count was also remarkable. "This is a testament to the Filipinos' engagement in shaping their nation's future," said one election official. The rapid processing of 159 Certificates of Canvass (COCs) on May 15th alone highlights the efficiency of the process. With only 16 COCs remaining, the COMELEC anticipates finalizing the count quickly. This unprecedented voter participation and swift vote-counting process mark a significant milestone in Philippine electoral history.