It seems most Filipino expats in the UAE have supported pro-Rodrigo Duterte candidates in the country's midterm elections.
Partial and unofficial results suggest politicians backed by the President are set to take over control of the Senate.
The midterm election is seen as a referendum on his administration.
Filipino expats in the UAE had a month to have their say as overseas absentee voters, with Monday being the last day to cast their vote.
UAE President offers condolences to Filipino President over earthquake victims
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has shared his condolences in a message to Filipino President Ferdinand Marcos over the victims of the major earthquake that struck southern Philippines on Monday.
UAE welcomes joint statement on Sudan
The UAE has welcomed a joint international statement on Sudan, reaffirming support for a peaceful, democratic and stable future for the African nation.
UAE-Saudi cooperation leads to major drug seizure
The UAE's National Anti-Narcotics Authority, in coordination with Dubai Police, has foiled an attempt to smuggle 267,300 amphetamine pills.
UAE midday break for outdoor workers returns from June 15
The UAE's Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has announced the return of its Occupational Heat Stress Prevention Policy for the 22nd consecutive year.
Warning issued after minibus-truck crash killed 7 in Dubai
Dubai Police have issued a warning about the dangers of stopping on the road after a minibus crashed into a broken-down truck on Dubai's Emirates Road, killing seven and injuring nine others.
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