Notice period pay in the UAE follows a clear legal process, yet it remains one of the most disputed parts of employment termination. The issue is not that the law is unclear. The issue is …
The Philippine Consulate General in Dubai has reminded overseas Filipinos in the UAE that essential civil registry documents issued by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) remain accessible online through authorized government platforms. In a recent …
When Maria Paz Banaag-Marquez first arrived in Dubai, her days were spent scrubbing floors and doing domestic work. Like many overseas Filipino workers, she came driven by necessity and love for her family back home. …
The Filipino community in the UAE is gearing up for a busy and meaningful 2026, as the Filipino Social Club (FILSOC) finalizes a packed calendar of community-led events aimed at bringing kabayans closer together. During …
PHILIPPINES: The local government of Bongao has mobilized relief and coordination efforts to assist around 1,000 families displaced by a massive fire that hit a coastal barangay late Tuesday night, February 3, 2026, the PNA …
The Department of Migrant Workers has outlined its priorities and planned deliverables for the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship in 2026, placing migrant worker protection and rights at the center of the regional agenda. In an advisory …
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In Satwa—one of Dubai’s busiest, most culturally mixed neighborhoods—it’s normal to hear Tagalog everywhere: sari-sari–style shops, late-night food spots, shared flats. But every now and then, someone stops and turns around because the Tagalog they …
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has issued a public warning about fraudulent emails impersonating the ministry, cautioning residents and workers in the UAE to stay alert against messages designed to steal personal and …
The Central Bank of the UAE has begun testing the Middle East’s first facial and palm biometric payment system, allowing users to approve payments without using bank cards or mobile phones. The pilot, announced on …
The UAE State Security Department has launched a new public reporting service that allows citizens and residents to confidentially report security-related concerns, reinforcing the message that national safety is a shared responsibility. The initiative was …