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This is a sequel to the first article that appeared on this website. We appreciate the positive feedback and hope that you will find...

High Unemployment Rate in the Philippines: 8 Top Causes

The Philippines has long been a labor exporting market. About 2,500 Filipinos leave the country on a daily basis to seek greener pastures abroad...

Senior Citizens Benefits and Discounts in the Philippines

Senior citizen benefits in the Philippines are privileges offered to citizens who are 60 years or older. They may be residents in the country or overseas Filipino workers who go home for good. The Senior Citizens Act of 1992, Republic Act No. 7432, provides certain benefits and privileges for senior citizens. Senior citizens in the Philippines have both benefits and challenges....

How to Claim Insurance Benefit For Natural Death Under Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers

Under Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers, beneficiaries of overseas Filipino workers who succumb to ailments while under contract in their jobs abroad...

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How to Apply for Voluntary Repatriation in Kuwait

Kuwaiti government currently offers ‘Assisted Voluntary Repatriation Program’ (AVRP). The program is endorsed by The Philippines Embassy in Kuwait, as the program is not exclusive...

10 POEA Reminders When Fighting Illegal Recruitment

Many Filipinos aspire to work abroad for better career opportunities and ultimately a brighter future for themselves and their families. However, this ambition also comes with the risk of falling victim to illegal recruitment and human trafficking. To protect Filipino workers, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration, a government agency tasked to monitor and supervise overseas recruitment and deployment of Filipino...

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