FIDEL RAMOS

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Who is Fidel Ramos 
He was the 12th president of the Philippines, serving from 1992 to 1998
What is Fidel Ramos' educational background? 
He studied at the University of the Philippines High School, Mapua Institute of Technology, and Centro Escolar University Integrated School. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Military Engineering from the United States Military Academy
What military roles did Fidel Ramos hold before becoming president? 
He founded the Philippine Army Special Forces, served as Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces, and was Secretary of National Defense.
What peace agreement did Ramos achieve? 
He negotiated peace with the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF)
How did Ramos contribute to economic growth?
He boosted GDP from 718 million in 1992 to 893 million in 1997
What action did Ramos take to address energy issues? 
He issued licenses to Independent Power Producers to build power plants, reducing blackouts
How did Ramos demonstrate environmental protection? 
He ordered the Philippine Air Force to deploy F-5 fighters to protect the Spratly Islands from China
Most traveled President
Failure to address poverty - From 39.2% in 1992, 31.8% in 1997 was below the poverty line
Human Rights Concerns - Human rights abuse
Corruption - Cronyism; Conjuangco and Romualdez Marcos Tan Group
Contractualization
Made the Contractual Worker - 6 months contract
Nasa libingan ng mga bayani
Represent Ph during Vietnam -American War