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Marcos seeks to eliminate makeshift classrooms, improve Phl educ system
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. urged government agencies to prioritize education projects as the key to experiencing national progress.
During the Philippine Development Forum 2025, Marcos stressed the importance of quality education for all Filipinos.
He stated that the administration's objective is to ensure every child has access to future-proof education, irrespective of their background.
The President called on the Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev), Department of Budget and Management, and Department of Finance to ensure sufficient funding for education initiatives.
Marcos also directed the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) and the Department of Education (DepEd) to expedite the construction and rehabilitation of thousands of classrooms by 2028.
He further urged DEPDev to accelerate the review of public-private partnership proposals for school buildings.
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