Philippine Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Alfonso Ferdinand Ver has made a heartfelt appeal to Filipinos in the UAE, urging them to seize the opportunity to vote online before the deadline at 3:00 PM UAE time on May 12, 2025. In a social media post, Ambassador Ver emphasized the importance of participating in this “historic” online voting process.
“Ngayon, Mayo 12, ang huling araw ng online voting,” Ver announced. “Ako po, kasama ang buong kawani ng Embahada sa Abu Dhabi at Konsulado sa Dubai, mula sa simula at hanggang sa dulo, ay lubos paring nananawagan sa lahat ng maaring bumoto na huwag palampasin ang natatanging pagkakataong ito.”
Ambassador Ver shared that he and his wife Caroline have already cast their votes, highlighting that they participated in the online voting process as a testament to its simplicity and security. “Ako at pati na rin ang aking butihing may-bahay na si Caroline, ay nakaboto na sa kauna-unahan at makasaysayang online voting para sa mga Pilipino saan man sila sa mundo,” he wrote.
He further explained his decision to vote on the very first day of the online voting period, which began on April 13. “Minarapat kong i-post ang aking balota at ako po ay bumoto agad pagbukas ng voting portal sa unang araw ng online voting,” Ver stated. He clarified that this was not for recognition, but to show confidence in the system. “Ito’y isang payak na pagpapatunay na madali ang proseso at ligtas at sigurado ang integridad ng online voting.”
The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai and the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi are also providing assistance for those who may encounter difficulties. Filipinos who have not yet voted are encouraged to cast their ballots online at https://ov.comelec.gov.ph/vote until 3:00 PM UAE time.
