Rising Middle East tensions could spike fuel costs and disrupt supply chains, threatening employment. The Private Sector Advisory Council endorses coordinated measures to protect jobs and sustain economic activity in the Philippines.
Over 5,000 verified habal-habal drivers in Cebu Province will receive P3,000 financial assistance and rice aid starting April 15, 2026, with Cordova City as the initial distribution site.
Kimberly Cabahug, a former person deprived of liberty, secures employment as a public area attendant at Radisson Blu Hotel Cebu after completing a housekeeping course under the 'Skills Behind Walls' initiative, highlighting efforts to support reintegratio
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. convened the Private Sector Advisory Council to develop strategies for safeguarding Filipino employment and supporting businesses as Middle East tensions disrupt global markets.
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The Municipal Government of Mawab has officially launched the Special Program for Employment of Students (SPES) 2026, offering qualified students income and work experience during the summer break. Mayor Myrill L. Apit encourages applications to support y
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) has declared that workers will receive additional compensation for working on April 9, 2026, a regular holiday commemorating Araw ng Kagitingan, as per Labor Advisory 05-2026.
The Philippine labor market shows signs of difficulty as the ongoing Middle East conflict affects Filipino workers, with unemployment rising to 5.1% in February 2026 and underemployment increasing to 11.8%, according to government data.
The Philippine Statistics Authority reports a decline in unemployment to 2.66 million in February 2026, with the rate dropping to 5.1%. Government measures aim to mitigate global risks and support affected workers amid Middle East tensions.
Government data shows Philippine unemployment rose to 5.1% in February 2026, with underemployment at 11.8%, as Middle East tensions strain the labor market. Despite gains in services sector employment, officials implement support programs while economists
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The Department of Labor and Employment announces additional pay for employees working on April 9, 2026, a regular holiday commemorating Araw ng Kagitingan, with specific rates for regular and overtime hours.
Transport group Piston will hold a protest and noise barrage at terminals on April 7, demanding removal of excise tax on petroleum and repeal of the Oil Deregulation Law to address soaring fuel costs.
Iloilo City's Selda program now offers 20 technical and livelihood courses for Persons Deprived of Liberty, empowering them with skills for reintegration and income generation.
The DSWD will provide ₱5,000 cash relief to transport drivers in the Davao Region from April 8-10, 2026, targeting over 14,000 beneficiaries across multiple cities amid rising fuel prices.
The Trade Union Congress of the Philippines calls a proposed P1,500 monthly subsidy for minimum wage earners insufficient, urging a P5,000 aid instead amid rising inflation and living costs.
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Iloilo City officials signed the S.E.L.D.A. proposal and turned over recipe books developed by program graduates, expanding vocational training for inmates to ensure sustainable livelihoods upon release.
The Social Security System is actively evaluating a loan moratorium for members and a condonation program for employer contribution penalties to provide immediate financial relief amid economic challenges.
The Regional Tripartite Wages and Productivity Board in Central Visayas pledges urgent deliberation on a recent wage hike petition, while the NCR board prepares to start its review cycle next month.
The General Alliance of Workers Association expresses gratitude to Senator Sherwin Gatchalian for recommending a P1,500 monthly financial aid to all minimum wage earners in the Philippines, calling it a beacon of hope amid soaring living costs.
A Taiwanese garment factory in Mactan Export Processing Zone 2 halted operations, affecting over 500 employees. Authorities are providing financial aid and job referrals to assist the displaced workers.
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A Taiwanese sports apparel factory in Mactan Export Processing Zone 2 has ceased operations due to order shortages, displacing 580 employees. Government aid programs are underway, but the closure highlights ongoing challenges in the local manufacturing se
The Department of Labor and Employment reports that 395 jobseekers were hired immediately during sector-focused job fairs across 14 regions, offering nearly 29,000 construction vacancies.
Sentro labor group condemns DOLE Undersecretary Bitonio for rejecting calls for a nationwide wage increase, accusing him of siding with employers over workers struggling with inflation.
Traditional jeepney and modern PUV drivers in Lapu-Lapu City are struggling as soaring fuel costs slash earnings, forcing them to choose between buying medicines and putting food on the table. With daily incomes plummeting, they appeal for government inte
Millions of Filipino workers face daily despair as minimum wage rates fail to meet family living expenses, creating a cycle of sacrifice and debt that challenges human dignity.
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The Department of Labor and Employment has released pay guidelines for workers during the Holy Week holidays, detailing compensation for regular holidays and special non-working days.
The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation is in talks to temporarily halt premium deductions from workers' wages, responding to Senator Imee Marcos' appeal for relief during the Middle East crisis.
The Social Security System is considering a loan moratorium and condonation for employers, while DOLE allocates P1.2 billion for TUPAD to support displaced workers, including drivers and farmers, during the Middle East oil crisis.
The Alliance of Health Workers held a protest rally at the Department of Health central office, calling for salary increases, bonuses, allowances, and regularization of contractual employees amid rising living costs.
Nearly 2,000 tricycle drivers and operators in Iloilo City will receive P5,000 fuel subsidies from the DSWD, with distribution starting April 8, 2026, to help offset rising fuel and commodity prices.
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PhilHealth urges direct contributors to use a one-time penalty waiver for overdue premiums, providing financial relief during the national energy emergency declared by Executive Order 110.
