Philippines – Free tuition at universities topic of discussion at anniversary event
At its 24th founding anniversary celebration, the Commission on Higher Education put the spotlight on the landmark legislation providing free tuition in state universities and colleges as its implementation takes effect this coming academic year. Special Assistant to the President Christopher “Bong” Go, said the government, especially President Rodrigo R. Duterte, has been strongly pushing for a free tuition policy to make tertiary education more accessible for Filipinos. Canadian Inquirer
