11 April 2016 – Philippine Ambassador to Italy Domingo P. Nolasco led the casting of ballots on the first day of overseas voting in Rome on April 09.

As early as eight in the morning, members of the Filipino community in Rome arrived at the Embassy to cast their ballots. Watchers and members of the media were also present to witness the opening of election day at the Embassy.

Ambassador Nolasco expressed satisfaction on the enthusiasm and the active participation of members of the Filipino community in the 2016 national elections.

He reiterated his call on all registered voters in Rome to exercise their right to vote. He explained that registered voters even without their voter’s ID may cast their vote. To vote registered voters are only requested to present any identification card such as passport, driver’s license and carta identità, among others.

The Ambassador underscored that overseas Filipinos can have a bigger role in the future of the country by casting their votes to elect the Philippines’ leaders.

The Philippine Embassy in Rome will be open for overseas voting every day from April 10 to May 08 including Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. On the last day of voting, May 09, the Embassy will be open for voting from 7:00 AM to 11:  AM. END