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A New Law Offers More Protection For OFWs
Feb 1, 2010 |
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The improved Migrant Workers Act includes preventive measures that would minimize and solve the problems encountered by OFWs in the process of recruitment and deployment. It also calls for the creation of better rescue and assistance mechanisms.
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Saudi Government Frees 9 OFW Prisoners
Jan 16, 2010 |
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King Abdullah of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has pardoned nine more Filipino prisoners last January 11, Department of Foreign Affairs reported. Two Filipino prisoners were earlier released after given pardon last Eid ul-Fitr.
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POEA Lists The Most In Demand Overseas Jobs In 2009
Jan 13, 2010 |
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The following occupations are in-demand abroad: household service workers, nurses, production and related workers, caregivers, wiremen, electrical and related workers, welders, flame cutters and related workers, charworkers, cleaners and related workers, cooks and related workers, laborers, general workers and plumbers, pipefitters and related workers and seafarers. |
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POEA Announces Schedule of the 6th Korean Language Test
Jan 6, 2010 |
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According to an announcement that appeared on the POEA website, the application schedule for the next Korean Language Test is on January 25 to 29. To qualify and be included in the List of Jobseekers, the government agency advised jobseekers to prepare early.
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Obtaining Permanent Residency for Caregivers In Canada Made Easier
Jan 1, 2010 |
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Under the new rule, live in caregivers no longer have to pass a second medical examination as part of the requirement to be given a permanent residence status. Gaining the status of being a permanent resident is important because it gives individuals the privilege to bring their family to Canada.
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DOLE: No Displacement for OFWs in Dubai
Dec 6, 2009 |
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The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) assured Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in United Arab Emirates, particularly in Dubai that there is no possibility of mass displacement of Filipino workers despite the city’s debt crisis.
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Recession in Dubai May Affect OFWs
Dec 4, 2009 |
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The Filipino workers in United Arab Emirates (UAE) particularly in Dubai are worried about loosing their jobs or get salary reductions after reported news that Dubai is seeking a six-month moratorium on debt payment worth $60 billion which lead the city into financial crisis.
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DOLE: More Jobs For OFW Next Year
Nov 19, 2009 |
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The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) gladly announced that the efforts of the government to sustain the resiliency of the economy together with the continued demand for the Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and election activities are expected to buck joblessness and pave for a brighter employment situation for 2010.
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Danish Shipping Firm To Hire 100 Seamen
Oct 27, 2009 |
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The Philippine Embassy in Norway said in a report to the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) that Norway-based shipping firm, A.P. Moller-Maersk will be replacing 100 of their Danish ship captains with Filipinos as the firm find satisfaction with Filipino’s skills, proficiency and work discipline.
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30 Caregivers To Leave For Japan Through JPEPA
Oct 9, 2009 |
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About 30 more Filipino caregivers are set to leave for Japan under the Japan-philippines economic Partnership Agreement (JPEPA), the Japanese Embassy in the Philippines reported.
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OWWA: Ondoy Victims Can Update Their OFW Relatives For Free
Sep 29, 2009 |
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Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) who has families affected by the typhoon Ondoy can now talk with their family for free. Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) will lend free calls and texts to victims of Ondoy to update their loved ones abroad about their situation after the tragic nature call.
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