Category : Overseas Filipinos


Herzog Meets Husband of Filipino Caregiver Killed in Strike

Israeli President Isaac Herzog personally offered condolences and financial support to the husband of Mary Ann de Vera, a Filipino caregiver killed in an Iranian missile strike, highlighting the deep bonds between Filipino workers and Israeli families.

1,200 OFWs Repatriated from Cambodian Scam Hubs by DMW

The Department of Migrant Workers has successfully repatriated 1,200 overseas Filipino workers from scam operations in Cambodia since 2022, with 53 more arriving at NAIA on Friday, receiving immediate support services.

Filipino Seafarer Missing After Strait of Hormuz Attack

A Filipino seafarer remains missing after a tugboat assisting a distressed vessel was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. The DMW reports 38 other Filipino crew members from two vessels are safe and being transported to a secure port.

Filipino Seafarers Safe After Persian Gulf Attacks

At least 38 Filipino crew members are confirmed safe following projectile attacks on two vessels near the Strait of Hormuz. The DMW continues monitoring the situation and advocates for seafarer protections.

Filipino Seafarers Can Refuse Voyages in Strait of Hormuz

The Department of Migrant Workers advises Filipino seafarers they can decline sailing through the Strait of Hormuz and other dangerous Middle Eastern zones, now designated as warlike operations areas, with protections including repatriation and double com

DMW Recalls Bahrain Staff Over OFW Complaints

Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac has ordered the recall and removal of DMW personnel in Bahrain following complaints from overseas Filipino workers about poor treatment.

New Batch of OFWs from Middle East Safely Returns Home

A new batch of 32 overseas Filipino workers and dependents from Oman and Dubai has safely returned to the Philippines, assisted by the Department of Migrant Workers under President Marcos Jr.'s directive amid Middle East tensions.

DTI Launches P2B OFW Fund for Displaced Workers

The Department of Trade and Industry announces a P2-billion business fund for displaced Overseas Filipino Workers, offering loans up to P20 million with flexible terms to support reintegration and entrepreneurship.

81 OFWs Return from Dubai Amid Middle East Unrest

Eighty-one overseas Filipino workers stranded in Dubai due to Middle East unrest arrived safely at NAIA Terminal 3 on March 7, 2026, receiving immediate government assistance including food, transportation, and psychosocial support.

DMW, GASA Sign Pact to Protect OFWs from Online Scams

The Department of Migrant Workers and Global Anti-Scam Alliance have signed an MOU to enhance protection for overseas Filipino workers against cyber-enabled fraud through intelligence sharing and digital literacy programs.

DMW Warns Filipino Seafarers to Avoid Persian Gulf

The Department of Migrant Workers has renewed its advisory for Filipino seafarers to avoid voyages through the Persian Gulf, Strait of Hormuz, and Gulf of Oman, now designated as War-like Operations Areas.

57 OFWs Return Safely from Abu Dhabi Amid Middle East Tensions

A total of 57 overseas Filipino workers bound for Abu Dhabi have safely returned to Manila after being stranded at Hong Kong International Airport. The DMW provided immediate financial assistance through its Aksyon Fund, while OWWA, DOH, and DSWD offered

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