A total of 299 Filipinos affected by the ongoing tensions in the Middle East arrived in the Philippines today, March 5, as directed by Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr., the Department of Migrant Workers reported.
The group arrived at NAIA Terminal 3 from Dubai.
Some of the returnees went back to the country for safety at their employers’ advice, while others had already completed their contracts. A few cited personal reasons for their return.
They were welcomed by officials from the Department of Migrant Workers, led by Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac.
According to the DMW, the returning Filipinos received immediate financial assistance from the DMW AKSYON Fund, accommodation and transport services from the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration, medical assistance from the Department of Health, and psychosocial support from the Department of Social Welfare and Development.