Philippines in April

I wonder what are the actual dates for the presidential
election in the RP next year.

I also like an opinion whether this is a wise time to
visit the RP (Manila + Bohol), i.e. whether there are
expected to be demonstrations and other types of "unrest"
in connection with the election.

Thanks for your opinion

Lene

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European citizen - Scandinavian traveller
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On 12 Oct 2003 23:58:59 -0700, (Lene Hellgren)
wrote:

I wonder what are the actual dates for the presidential
election in the RP next year.

I also like an opinion whether this is a wise time to
visit the RP (Manila + Bohol), i.e. whether there are
expected to be demonstrations and other types of "unrest"
in connection with the election.

The election will be held on May16th 2004.

I wouldn't let that worry you if you're planning to visit. It
shouldn't affect you.

Chris

Hi Lene,

I don't have the exact date but the elections are in May.

As for being a wise time, there are two factors:

One, elections here have always been marked by some degree of
demonstrations and unrest. Take for instance the elections where
"People Power" took over.

BUT

Two, these times have always been the colorful and historical ones. As
a foreigner, as long as you try to stay in MANILA, you will be safe.

So the bottom line, if you were to ask me, the elections are a good
time to be here if you want to see hostory in the making.

Hope this helps,

Alexis


(Lene Hellgren) wrote in message om...
I wonder what are the actual dates for the presidential
election in the RP next year.

I also like an opinion whether this is a wise time to
visit the RP (Manila + Bohol), i.e. whether there are
expected to be demonstrations and other types of "unrest"
in connection with the election.

Thanks for your opinion

Lene

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European citizen - Scandinavian traveller
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I definitely wouldn't hesitate to go to the PI during that time. In fact, I
would personally love to go there during the elections since I am very
interested in Philippine politics. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo has finally
declared she will run after saying last year that she would not seek the
office. She will probably be opposed by an ex Marcos cronie and San Miguel
chief, Danding Cojuanco, and possibly Sen Panfilo Lacson who recently did a
supposed expose of corruption by the First Gentleman. I could go on and on
but enough said. I would definitely go because it would be a fun and festive
time due to the elections.

"Lene Hellgren" wrote in message
m...
I wonder what are the actual dates for the presidential
election in the RP next year.

I also like an opinion whether this is a wise time to
visit the RP (Manila + Bohol), i.e. whether there are
expected to be demonstrations and other types of "unrest"
in connection with the election.

Thanks for your opinion

Lene

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European citizen - Scandinavian traveller
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