Legarda Vows Continued Support for PH Higher Education

July 7, 2017

Senator Loren Legarda, chair of the Senate Committee on Finance, has committed its full support for the country’s public higher education institutions (HEIs) primarily by providing adequate funds.

Speaking at the 50th Philippine Association of State Colleges and Universities (PASUC) General Assembly, Legarda underscored how important tertiary education is in today’s highly competitive and technology-based world.

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Legarda Renews Call to Heighten Disaster Preparedness

July 5, 2017

In observance of the National Disaster Consciousness Month (July), Senator Loren Legarda today renewed her call to heighten disaster preparedness especially in local communities.

Legarda, UNISDR Global Champion for Resilience, said that proactive strategies and the involvement of citizens are needed in strengthening the country’s defenses against natural hazards and climate change.

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