Tag: Saudi Arabia

  • Saudi Arabia Gifts 25 Tons of Dates to the Philippines in Gesture of Friendship

    In a heartwarming display of international camaraderie, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has donated 25 tons of dates to the Philippines. The generous gift was handed over during a ceremony at the Saudi Embassy in Makati City on Monday, February 10, 2025. Abdullah Saad Al-shahri, the Charge d’Affaires a.i. of the Saudi Embassy, described the…

  • Philippines Strengthens Global Ties to Enhance Opportunities and Safeguard OFWs

    MANILA – The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has intensified its efforts to broaden job prospects and bolster protections for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) as international demand for their skills continues to grow. At a recent press conference in Makati City, DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac highlighted the successful interactions with 40 ministers from various…

  • Philippine Government and Recruitment Agencies Collaborate to Enhance OFW Safety in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia

    On January 24, 2025, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) held a crucial meeting with recruitment agencies responsible for sending Filipino workers to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. The focus was on improving the safety and welfare of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). DMW Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan emphasized the importance of these consultations, stating that the…

  • DMW and Recruitment Agencies Collaborate to Enhance OFW Safety in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia

    On January 24, 2025, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) held a crucial meeting with recruitment agencies responsible for sending Filipino workers to Kuwait and Saudi Arabia. Led by DMW Undersecretary Patricia Yvonne Caunan, the session focused on improving the welfare and protection of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). The dialogue addressed several pressing issues, including…

  • President Marcos Jr. Aims to Deepen Philippines-Saudi Arabia Relations

    President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. expressed his desire to broaden the scope of cooperation between the Philippines and Saudi Arabia during a farewell meeting with Saudi Ambassador Hisham Sultan Abdullah Alqahtani. Marcos highlighted the productive nature of his visit and the strong existing ties between the two nations, expressing optimism about further deepening their collaboration.…

  • New Guidelines Enhance Protections for Filipino Workers Heading to Saudi Arabia

    The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has rolled out new regulations for Filipino residential support workers and cleaners heading to Saudi Arabia, aiming to bolster their safety and well-being. These guidelines stem from a cooperative effort between the DMW and the Saudi Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. According to DMW Undersecretary Felicitas Bay,…

  • New DMW Guidelines Aim to Safeguard Filipino Workers Abroad

    The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has rolled out new guidelines to bolster the safety of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), focusing on those in high-risk jobs. These guidelines are part of a whitelisting policy that restricts the deployment of workers to only those recruitment agencies that have demonstrated a solid performance history. During a recent…