DepEd Budget Cut Sparks Concern: Angara Speaks Out Against Reduced Allocation in 2025 National Budget
The Department of Education (DepEd) has faced a significant setback with the reduction of its funds in the final version of the 2025 national budget approved by the Bicameral Conference Committee. Secretary Sonny Angara has expressed his concern over the slashes in the agency's budget, emphasizing the potential impact on the quality of education in the country. As the education sector is a crucial aspect of the nation's development, the reduced allocation may hinder the implementation of vital programs and projects. With the Philippines aiming to improve its education system, the DepEd budget cut may pose a challenge to achieving this goal. Education Reform, Budget Allocation, and Fiscal Policy are critical factors to consider in this context. The reduced funds may affect the education sector's ability to provide quality education, leading to a potential brain drain and affecting the country's economic growth. The government must reconsider the budget allocation to ensure that the education sector receives the necessary funds to support its development.
