Malacañang said Wednesday, Oct. 1, that it respects the Supreme Court’s decision that voided the Bangsamoro redistricting laws and consequently postponed the first parliamentary elections in the region.

In a statement, the Office of the President said the ruling, issued on Sept. 30, ensures that the Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections will proceed smoothly.

“The Office of the President recognizes that this ruling is a pivotal step in ensuring that the first Bangsamoro Parliamentary Elections will be conducted on the firmest constitutional and legal foundations,” it said.

The high court resolved consolidated cases questioning the redistricting laws passed by the Bangsamoro Transition Authority (BTA) and ruled them unconstitutional, leading to the postponement of the polls originally scheduled for Oct. 13.

Malacañang emphasized its support for democratic processes in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM).

“The Palace underscores its unwavering commitment to safeguarding the peace process, strengthening democratic institutions, and protecting the political rights of all citizens in the Bangsamoro,” the statement read.

The administration also vowed to work closely with concerned agencies to ensure that the aspirations of Bangsamoro residents are honored in line with the Constitution and the Bangsamoro Organic Law.

It said this commitment is part of the national effort to secure a just and lasting peace in Mindanao, grounded on autonomy, the rule of law, and the right to vote.

The Palace added that the government would extend its full support to constitutionally mandated institutions tasked with implementing the transition and preparing for future elections.

“This is part of the continuing national effort to achieve just and lasting peace in Mindanao, anchored on meaningful autonomy, the rule of law, and the exercise of suffrage,” it said.