"Today the EU Election Observation Mission to the Philippines deploys 104 short-term observers across the country" Chief Observer Marta Temido said during a press point in Manila.

"All these observers will enhance the mission’s presence, reach, and capacity on election day, as well as during the polling, automated counting, and canvassing of results.

With the observation of the election day proceedings, this mission aims to contribute to the integrity of the elections, without interfering nor validating its results" she added.