Raul Roco

Filipino lawyer and Secretary of Education

Raul Roco - Filipino lawyer and Secretary of Education
Born

1941
84 years ago

Died

August 5th, 2005
19 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Philippines

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An influential Filipino lawyer and politician. Served as the 31st Secretary of Education from 2001 to 2004, focusing on education reform in the Philippines. Elected as a Senator and played a significant role in legislative processes. Advocated for quality education and accessibility for Filipino students.

Served as Secretary of Education from 2001 to 2004

Elected Senator, contributing to various laws

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