BARMM Chief Minister Names Regional Cabinet Members
The Chief Minister of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) in the southern Philippines has announced the composition of his regional cabinet, emphasizing a merit-based selection process.
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