News and Updates
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Philippines lowers alert status in Myanmar to Level 2
The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) has downgraded the alert level status in Myanmar from Alert Level 4 to Alert…
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OFW Pass will not be linked to any govt fees, says DMW
The soon-to-be launched OFW (overseas Filipino workers) Pass which replaces the overseas employment certificate is free and is not linked…
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DMW chief tells USec to investigate ‘illegal’ recruitment of OFWs to Canada
Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Susan Ople has confirmed an investigation into the alleged illegal recruitment and attempted trafficking of…
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Taiwan extends visa-free entry for Filipinos until July 2024
Taiwan on Friday extended for another year the Filipinos’ visa-free privilege. Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Filipinos, except those…
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OFW Pass, to be replaced by OEC starting September
In response to The long-standing demands of the Filipino workers to be removed Overseas Employment Certificate (OEC) that has long…
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Labor attaches in training as DMW takes over DFA’s assistance roles
The training of labor attaches in the Middle East and Africa is now ongoing as the assistance-to-nationals (ATN) functions of…
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Marcos renews call for MARINA, CHED to ensure upskilling of seafarers
President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Monday renewed his call for the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the Commission on…
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Canada recruiters no-show, DMW takes over
The Department of Migrant Workers has started looking into the complaint of a group of Filipino domestic workers in Hong…
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Filipinos in Russia safe, in good condition after armed rebellion –DFA
Filipinos in Russia are safe and in good condition following the armed rebellion staged by a private mercenary group over…
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Marcos renews pledge to develop seafarers’ sector
MANILA (2nd UPDATE) — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. on Saturday said the government will continue to support the improvement of the seafarers’…
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