Press Release - Robin to Probe Possible Violation of Press Freedom with SMNI's Continued Indefinite Suspension
Is the continued indefinite suspension of Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) a violation of press freedom?
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Is the continued indefinite suspension of Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI) a violation of press freedom?
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To address what he considers the lack of a cohesive and long-term vision in education, Senator Win Gatchalian pushed anew his proposal to create the National Education Council (NEDCO) which will develop the national education agenda and strengthen coordination among the country's three education agencies: the Department of Education (DepEd), the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), and the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA).
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To decentralize governance in the basic education sector, Senator Win Gatchalian proposed anew to strengthen the involvement of local government units in improving the quality of basic education.
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