Local campaign period for 2025 midterms begins in politically polarized Philippines

MANILA, Philippines – Local candidates have been campaigning for months; only now is it official.

The formal campaign period for local elective aspirants in the 2025 midterm elections kicked off on March 28, compelling them to follow a set of parameters they did not have to observe in the months leading up to Friday.

These guidelines include not exceeding the antiquated spending cap, complying with the size limit for election paraphernalia, and installing posters only in authorized areas.