DMW and Repatriation in the Middle East Amid Escalating Iran War
The Middle East has plunged deeper into crisis following a major U.S. and Israeli military offensive against Iran in late…
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DMW Showcases Focus on Skills Growth and Worker Protection at Global Labor Market Conference in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) reiterated the Philippines’ strong commitment to safeguarding and empowering overseas…
Essential 2026 Updates for OFWs in Saudi Arabia: Work Hours, Accommodation, and New Contract Rules
For the over 800,000 Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Saudi Arabia, 2026 brings significant regulatory changes aimed at improving working…
📌 Recent Major Earthquake in the Philippines
On October 10, 2025, a powerful magnitude ~7.4–7.6 earthquake struck off the coast of Manay, Davao Oriental in southern Mindanao,…
Senior OFW from Al-Khobar Receives Medical & Repatriation Assistance
On August 20, 2025, a 60-year-old Filipina OFW based in Al-Khobar received urgent medical and repatriation support after her health…
Repatriation Story: 49 OFWs Return from Saudi Arabia with Full Support
In late August 2025, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW), in partnership with OWWA and the Philippine embassies in Riyadh…
Workplace Issue Resolved: Rescue from Substandard Accommodation in Jeddah
On August 12, 2025, three Filipino workers were rescued from a substandard accommodation facility in Jeddah that was being…
Government Intensifies Crackdown: Urges OFWs to Vigilantly Avoid Illegal Recruiters and Syndicates
In a crucial move to protect the welfare of the nation’s modern-day heroes, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) issued…
Success Story: Serbisyo Caravan Brings Government Services Closer to OFWs in Jeddah
This August, the Bagong Bayani ng Mundo: OFW Serbisyo Caravan made a significant impact in Jeddah, delivering nearly 4,000 transactions…
Skill Assessments for OFWs in Saudi Arabia: TESDA Measures
In mid-2025, the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) rolled out a large-scale free competency assessment program for Overseas…
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