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The official nomination opening of 2014 Asia CEO awards has made founder Rebecca Bustamante-Mills excited. When prompted why, she answered it was because the Philippines,...

OFW Savings: Overseas Filipinos Fail to Save For Themselves During Pandemic

It's hard to generate OFW savings during this era of pandemics. Every month, even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Filipinos abroad continue to send home remittances...

Learning From the Millionaires: Part II

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

The Impact of Online Gambling on Filipinos and Its Role in Perpetuating Poverty

Online gambling is widespread in the Philippines and has significantly changed both the economy and daily life in the country. While initially touted as a...

Why Filipinos Pay to Access Beaches That Should Be Free

The Philippines is renowned for its beautiful beaches, with white sands, turquoise waters, and tropical sunsets that draw both locals and tourists alike. These...

Red Sea Crisis: Three Filipino Seafarers Dead, Five Rescued After Ship Sinks in Houthi Attack

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OFW Relationship: When Married OFWs Fall in Love With Other People

Aside from financial debts, another thing that worsens the situation of an OFW is having illicit affairs with fellow workers or foreigners abroad. Truly...

13 Exclusive Privileges and OFW Benefits

As a way to honor overseas Filipino workers, several privileges and OFW benefits are in place for them and their families to enjoy and...

The Impact of Coronavirus on OFWs and Philippine Economy

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List of Countries That Offer Visa-Free Access to Filipinos

To Filipinos traveling overseas, getting a visa can be a time-consuming, if not resource-draining exercise. Consulates and embassies often require plenty of documentation to justify them granting visas: financial statements and proof of employment are among them. And that's if the destination country has its consular presence in the Philippines. Given such challenges faced by a legitimate tourist, another...

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