PHILIPPINES: The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is urging Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in high-risk areas of the Middle East to stay alert, follow official advisories, and limit unnecessary movement as tensions continue in the …
DUBAI: UAE labour law allows employers to withhold salary and, in some cases, terminate employment if a worker fails to return after leave without a valid reason, according to Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021. …
PHILIPPINES: The government has deployed its third chartered repatriation flight to assist Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) affected by ongoing tensions in the Middle East, as part of a sustained humanitarian airlift now referred to as …
DUBAI: Dubai Municipality has rolled out a citywide inspection and readiness plan ahead of Eid Al-Fitr, covering food safety, public facilities, and high-traffic venues to ensure a safe and smooth holiday experience for residents and …
PHILIPPINES: Twelve Filipino seafarers are safe after a reported ship attack in waters off Iraq, according to the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW). The update comes as tensions continue to rise in key maritime routes in …
UAE: Students across the United Arab Emirates will continue with distance learning for at least two more weeks, as authorities roll out new measures to keep education running while protecting families and school communities, Emirates News …
UAE: The United Arab Emirates has introduced a temporary measure allowing expatriate residents stranded abroad to return to the country even if their residency visas have already expired. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and …
DUBAI: Dubai authorities have released a new public safety guide to help residents respond calmly and correctly during emergency alerts, as part of ongoing preparedness efforts across the UAE. The guide, issued by the Dubai Media …
PHILIPPINES: A new study says overseas Filipino workers judge the government not by its policies, but by how fast and visible its help is during emergencies like evacuation or repatriation. The research, called “From Economic …
PHILIPPINES: Filipinos sending money to loved ones in the Middle East can save on fees by as much as Php 600 this month, as GCash rolls out a limited-time promo on international transfers in support …