President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has affirmed the first parliamentary elections in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) will be held on September 14, 2026. This commitment follows a law signed in March that formally reset the election date. The original timeline was disrupted after the Supreme Court intervened. The elections are a crucial step in solidifying the region’s autonomy, established under a 2019 peace deal. This vote will allow residents of BARMM to directly elect their representatives in the regional parliament. Marcos’ announcement provides clarity and signals a commitment to the peace process and democratic governance in the region. The long-delayed poll is expected to further empower the Bangsamoro people.