Many Filipino travellers rejoiced two years ago, when Taiwan announced that it will no longer require a visa for Philippine passport holders for a year (trial period). However, as the effectivity of this ‘trial’ period … Read more
Elsewhere in the world, migrant workers face various kinds of challenges related to their work, residency, and social welfare as a minority group in their host countries. These are just some of the ‘typical’ issues … Read more
The rainy season may just be starting, but there’s no end to the summer getaways when in the Philippines. Owing to this fact, special offers are floated all year round to capitalize on local and … Read more
Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), who form part of the large migrant population overseas, are not only prone to being taken advantage of by their foreign employers, but even people who pose as their ‘friends,’ especially … Read more
Summer is already here. And if you’re thinking of going on a nice tropical escapade, there are actually plenty of great places to travel to in the region, but it’s worth noting that the Philippines … Read more
With the current situation in the Middle East, it is best for Filipinos to remain neutral and avoid getting involved in activities that could link them to groups that threaten peace and order, not only … Read more
The recognition of Filipino culture does not only end in thought and deed, but also in words. Being one of the Asian countries whose second language is English, the Philippines has established itself as a … Read more
Life as an OFW is somewhat like a movie – there are inspirational, happy, and tragic ones. As cultural and personal backgrounds can either make relationships grow closer or farther apart, maintaining effective communication will … Read more
The Bureau of Immigration (BI) has announced the new procedures that will make exit from the country easier for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) following the recent acquisitions from the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA). BI … Read more
It’s quite unfortunate to note that at a time when healthcare professionals and workers are presented with opportunities that are not available to them in the Philippines, the government decides to limit their deployment overseas … Read more