5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for July 2023
5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for July 2023

Good news! More opportunities for our aspiring Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) as thousands are needed in Hungary mainly in the manufacturing and agriculture sector targeting to hire 10,000 workers within this year. Meanwhile, according to DMW OFW deployment in 2023 seen to surpass last year’s 1.2 million. Read these news and more in this month’s roundup.

Jul 20, 2023

Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for July 2023
Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for July 2023

Good news! In relation to improving the seafarers training in the country, The Philippine government will be provided by the European Commission (EC) with a €4 million (around P240 million) technical assistance to help enhancing the education and training of Filipino seafarers. Read these news and more in this month’s roundup.

Jul 20, 2023

Top Salary Negotiation Tips for OFW
Top Salary Negotiation Tips for OFW

Wondering how to negotiate your salary offer from working abroad? Here are the top salary negotiation mistakes you should avoid, and how to counteract them.

Jul 12, 2023

Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for June 2023
Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for June 2023

As the European Maritime Safety Agency agreed to continue recognizing the certificates issued to Filipino seafarers, the International Maritime Organization (IMO) expects the Philippine manning industry to perform better. Meanwhile, US Shipping Firms Set to Hire 75000 Filipino Seafarers In Next 3-4 Years. Read these news and more in this month’s roundup.

Jun 14, 2023

5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for June 2023
5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for June 2023

One million jobs will be available for Filipino workers in 24 months says Ople. She also added that the DMW is planning to implement a special hiring program to address the labor needs of Saudi Arabia. Meanwhile, House approves bill creating OFW hospital. The facility will be assigned to provide healthcare to Filipinos working abroad and their families. Read these news and more in this month’s roundup.

Jun 14, 2023

Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for May 2023
Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for May 2023

For May News, More personnel needed to monitor maritime schools’ compliance says the Commission on Higher Education (CHED). Meanwhile, PH thanks EU for continuing to recognize the certification issued to Filipino seafarers onboard European vessels. This news and more are included in this month’s roundup.

May 11, 2023

5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for May 2023
5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for May 2023

For May news, Austria and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) discuss employment opportunities for Filipino workers as the Austrian government seeks to hire healthcare professionals and skilled workers. In Addition, Ex-OFWs with unpaid wages in Saudi Arabia urged to contact the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). Meanwhile, Marcos says one of the priorities of his administration is protecting OFWs. This news and more are included in this month’s roundup.

May 11, 2023

Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for April 2023
Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for April 2023

Some good news this month! Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the University of the Philippines (UPOU) signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) for the innovation of maritime education and training through open and distance learning in the Philippines. Meanwhile, the Philippines and the Netherlands have agreed to bridge the gap and address issues in their maritime cooperation activities. These news and more are included in this month’s round up!

Apr 19, 2023

5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for April 2023
5 Must-Read OFW News and Articles for April 2023

Some good news this month! Filipino nurses and caregivers seeking an opportunity of employment in United States now easier and faster says Migration consultant Manny Geslani. Processing of immigrant visa for registered nurses and caregivers now takes less than a year. Meanwhile, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW)and the Quezon City government signed a memorandum of agreement (MOA) for the protection of rights of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the city. These news and more are included in this month’s round up!

Apr 19, 2023

Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for March 2023
Must-Read Maritime News and Articles for March 2023

The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), announced that United Kingdom(UK) eye expanding maritime cooperation in PH. On the other hand, as the quality standard of our Filipino seafarers improves Japanese shipping companies have assured the Philippine government of continuous hiring of Filipino seafarers to man their vessels. Read this news and more in our month's regular round-up.

Mar 14, 2023