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How Many Party-List Groups Can Win in the Philippines in 2025?

The 2025 Philippine midterm elections, scheduled for May 12, will determine the composition of the House of Representatives, including the allocation of seats to party-list groups. Understanding the party-list system is crucial to grasp how many groups can secure representation. Understanding the Party-List System The Philippine House of Representatives comprises 317 seats, with 254 elected from legislative districts and 63 reserved for party-list representatives . The party-list system is designed to ensure representation for marginalized and underrepresented sectors. ​ Under this system, party-list groups participate in a nationwide election, and the allocation of the 63 seats follows specific rules: ​ 2% Threshold : A party-list group must secure at least 2% of the total party-list votes to be eligible for a seat. ​ Maximum of Three Seats : No party-list group can obtain more than three seats, regardless of the percentage of votes received. ​ Filling Remaining Seats :...