BARMM High Position Applicants Undergo Rigorous Screening
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BARMM High Position Applicants Undergo Rigorous Screening

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) has initiated a rigorous screening process for high-ranking positions within its new parliamentary government, marking a shift from previous discretionary appointments towards a merit-based system.

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