Our overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Taiwan will be happy to hear about this news. Actually, this isn’t only for OFWs but for all the migrant workers employed therein. According to an amendment to the Employment Service Act, Taiwan will now be canceling the requirement for migrant workers to exit Taiwan after three years of […]
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DOLE To PH Employers: Workers Should Receive 13th Month Pay Before Christmas
It seems it’s definitely going to be a “merry” Christmas for many employees in the Philippines this year – that is, if employers will comply to the latest instruction by the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Just recently, DOLE made it a point to remind employers to give the 13th-month pay of their workers […]
Kuwait Airways Wants To Hire More Than 200 OFWs
If you are looking for overseas employment, you might want to consider this opportunity. In a news report recently posted online by ABS-CBN News, we learn that Kuwait Airways are looking forward to hiring more than 200 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) for their ongoing expansion. Khaled Almuaili, human resources director of Kuwait Airways, said: “At […]
$1.85 Billion Investment From Japan Expected To Generate 250,000 PH Jobs
Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte recently arrived home from a fruitful 3-day working visit to Japan with a huge “pasalubong” for the whole country. With his efforts, his trip was able to yield an investment amounting to $1.85 billion from 12 major Japanese companies which is expected to bring thousands of new jobs in the near […]
100-Day Paid Maternity Leave Now Officially Approved By House
Here’s a good news for all the mothers out there. “The House of Representatives Committee on Women and Gender Equality has endorsed for plenary approval a bill seeking to increase the maternity leave period to 100 days with pay,” a recent ABS-CBN article tells us. House Bill 4113 or the proposed “100-Day Maternity Leave Law” […]
Japan Offers P66,000 Monthly For Domestic Workers. A Good Deal or Not?
Japan has formally announced that the country is hoping to hire more domestic workers from the Philippines. This news, of course, has been well-received among Filipinos. Plus with a salary worth US $1,500 (that’s approximately Php 66,000) per month, things can really be enticing, especially for those who are seriously considering getting employed overseas. Now […]
OWWA To Grant Financial Aid For OFW Families From Areas Hit by Lawin
The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) will be offering a one-time cash aid for OFWs and their families who are victims of recent supertyphoon Lawin (Haima) which struck the greater part of northern Luzon the previous week. Those who will be included in this Cash Relief Assistance Program being offered by the Overseas Workers Welfare […]
Quick Steps on How Filipinos Can Apply Citizenship in Italy through Residency
You may apply for citizenship in Italy by residency with these easy steps. Filipinos are scattered around the globe. In every country that you might explore, there is a big chance that you’ll encounter a Filipino. Many are staying overseas for work, and some have acquired residency and citizenship permits. A lot of nations have […]
Pinoy OFW In Japan Dies From Overworking
While working hard is important to excel in your job, one should never push the limits too far by abusing the body. Recently, an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) based in Japan passed away after he spent a lot of months working overtime. Japan’s labor ministry confirmed that the death was due to “karoshi” or death […]
4 Philippine Airports Named Among Top 30 Best Airports In Asia
We’ve all felt embarrassed when our very own Ninoy Aquino International Airport has been named as one of the worst airports in the world. This was back in the time when trust was at an all-time low because of several passengers have been victimized by “tanim bala” scams in the said airport. In a wonderful […]