PRESIDENT Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. renewed his call to the Department of Science and Technology to provide scholarships to Filipino students to develop a bigger pool of scientists, researchers and innovators in the country.

Speaking during the 2022 National Science and Technology Week, Marcos stressed the need for scholarship for Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics strand.

“Through this, we will institute a scholarship program, specifically for STEM students, and this will not be limited to those who have shown their capabilities, their ability, and how they deserve these scholarships here in the Philippines but to any institution that they are accepted to abroad,” the President said.

“So this is important so that we continue to develop our workforce, we continue to develop our capabilities and our knowledge,” he added.

Marcos also encouraged Filipino scientists to stay in the country and vowed support to them.

“I encourage our Filipino scientists, researchers, inventors and innovators, to continue sharing your expertise, especially to young people. I urge you to stay in the country as you pursue your career,” Marcos said.

“We will continue to support you and continue to look to you to be active partners of the government,” he added.