The agency said a significant number of applicants are already repatriation-ready and are being prioritized, particularly those in vulnerable or distressed conditions. The Department of Migrant Workers said it has received around 15,000 requests for assistance from overseas Filipino workers amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Officials clarified that not all requests indicate immediate repatriation needs.
Filipino Workers in the Middle East
The Philippines' Department of Migrant Workers has received 15,000 assistance requests from overseas Filipino workers amid Middle East tensions. The agency prioritizes repatriation-ready applicants, especially those in vulnerable situations.
