The Colombo Plan Staff College (CPSC) team headed by Director General Prof. (Dr.) Suresh K. Dhameja (4th fr R) meets the Hytec Power Inc. team led by Engr. Eric Soliman in an exploratory meeting at the CPSC Headquarters in Pasig City
On October 22, 2025, the Colombo Plan Staff College was visited by Hytec Power Inc. for an exploratory meeting that aimed to identify the areas of collaboration in which the two organizations shall be instrumental in innovating and expanding the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) in the Philippine Secondary Education curriculum.
The meeting was facilitated by the Director General, Prof. (Dr.) Suresh K. Dhameja, together with Prof. Naeem Yaqoob, Faculty Specialist, and members of the CPSC staff. The visiting party, on the other hand, was spearheaded by Eng. Eric Jude S. Soliman, President and CEO of Hytec Power Inc., along with Mr. David B. Bungallon, Executive Director of Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), and representatives from the Hytec Life Long Learning Team.
Engr. Eric Jude S. Soliman (extreme right) of Hytec Power Inc. presents his organization’s capabilities to the CPSC leadership, headed by Director General Prof. (Dr.) Suresh K. Dhameja, and TESDA Executive Director Mr. David Bungallon (third from left).
Engr. Soliman showcased Hytec’s background and capabilities as one of the country’s pioneers in providing total solutions for both industrial and academic sectors. He emphasized the company’s commitment to bridging the gap between classroom instruction and industry needs through advanced technologies, modern training systems, and laboratory setups tailored for TVET institutions.
The dialogue then focused on integrating TVET into the Philippine Secondary Education curriculum through advanced technology, modern learning labs, and hands-on training from Grades 7 to 12. Director Bungallon and Engr. Soliman acknowledged that the Philippines still trails behind countries like Korea, India, and Singapore in aligning education with industry needs. However, the nation’s strong performance in the recent WorldSkills competition underscored the potential of Filipino youth to excel globally when equipped with quality training and support.
The meeting concluded with both parties expressing interest in pursuing further discussions to explore potential areas of collaboration that could support the modernization of the Philippine TVET landscape. It was agreed that future meetings may include other relevant agencies to provide broader perspectives and strengthen the coordination of possible initiatives.
