In a pressing call to action, Senator Sherwin Gatchalian has raised alarms about the dangerous recruitment of Filipinos into international scam operations. Highlighting the severe risks involved, including human trafficking and torture, Gatchalian insists that immediate steps must be taken to protect unsuspecting job seekers. Intelligence reports have revealed that criminal syndicates are exploiting Filipinos’ desire for overseas employment, tricking them into joining illegal scam hubs. The senator has called upon key government agencies such as the Bureau of Immigration, the Department of Foreign Affairs, and the Department of Migrant Workers to work together to halt these recruitments and prevent Filipinos from leaving the country for such perilous jobs. Gatchalian also emphasized the need for law enforcement to collaborate internationally to rescue victims and enhance intelligence to thwart these syndicates. He stressed the importance of educating potential job seekers about the risks of falling into these criminal traps, which could lead to them becoming victims of serious crimes. Recently, the Bureau of Immigration intercepted five individuals at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, who were allegedly recruited through social media to work in scam operations disguised as legitimate businesses in Cambodia.
Urgent Alert: Filipino Workers Lured into Global Scam Networks, Senator Demands Action
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