TESDA Warns of 230,000 Scholarship Slot Cuts in 2027 Due to Budget Slash
The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) in the Philippines has warned that approximately 230,000 scholarship slots may become unavailable in 2027 due to significant cuts in its proposed budget, raising concerns about the impact on the agency's skills development programs.
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