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Showing posts with label KSA. Show all posts
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Saturday, June 01, 2019

Saudi Prince Sponsored OFW's Open Heart Surgery

An overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Saudi Arabia who badly needed an open heart surgery had it in a way he least expected, A Saudi Prince sponsored it.
An overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Saudi Arabia who badly needed an open heart surgery had it in a way he least expected, A Saudi Prince sponsored it. Ads Asir province Governor Prince Turki Bin Talal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud volunteered to pay all the medical expenses and airlift a Filipino worker who is set to undergo open-heart surgery operations in Saudi Arabia. He contacted Philippine Ambassador Adnan Alonto through a phone call and told him that there is a Filipino, Ted, who is set to undergo an open-heart surgery but there is no facility available in Asir to undergo the said operation. Alonto and Ted were both surprised when Prince Al Saud’s office said that they will shoulder all the expenses for the operation. Learning about it, even Ted cannot think of anything he did to deserve such a blessing. Ads Sponsored Links Ted has been working in Saudi Arabia as a technician for 31 years now together with his wife who is working as a nurse. According to Ambassador Alonto, Ted is now in a stable condition. In his Twitter post, Alonto said that ‘miracles do happen’ and it’s always nice to share the good news that Saudi employers or nationals also care for Filipinos.

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Asir province Governor Prince Turki Bin Talal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud volunteered to pay all the medical expenses and airlift a Filipino worker who is set to undergo open-heart surgery operations in Saudi Arabia.  He contacted Philippine Ambassador Adnan Alonto through a phone call and told him that there is a Filipino, Ted, who is set to undergo an open-heart surgery but there is no facility available in Asir to undergo the said operation.

An overseas Filipino Worker (OFW) in Saudi Arabia who badly needed an open heart surgery had it in a way he least expected, A Saudi Prince sponsored it. Ads Asir province Governor Prince Turki Bin Talal bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud volunteered to pay all the medical expenses and airlift a Filipino worker who is set to undergo open-heart surgery operations in Saudi Arabia. He contacted Philippine Ambassador Adnan Alonto through a phone call and told him that there is a Filipino, Ted, who is set to undergo an open-heart surgery but there is no facility available in Asir to undergo the said operation. Alonto and Ted were both surprised when Prince Al Saud’s office said that they will shoulder all the expenses for the operation. Learning about it, even Ted cannot think of anything he did to deserve such a blessing. Ads Sponsored Links Ted has been working in Saudi Arabia as a technician for 31 years now together with his wife who is working as a nurse. According to Ambassador Alonto, Ted is now in a stable condition. In his Twitter post, Alonto said that ‘miracles do happen’ and it’s always nice to share the good news that Saudi employers or nationals also care for Filipinos.

Alonto and Ted were both surprised when Prince Al Saud’s office said that they will shoulder all the expenses for the operation. Learning about it, even Ted cannot think of anything he did to deserve such a blessing.


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Ted has been working in Saudi Arabia as a technician for 31 years now together with his wife who is working as a nurse for 34 years.

According to Ambassador Alonto, Ted is now in a stable condition as he waits for the surgery.

In his Twitter post, Alonto said that ‘miracles do happen’ and it’s always nice to share the good news that Saudi employers or nationals also care for Filipinos.
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Monday, May 20, 2019

Saudi Intercepts Two Houthi Missiles, PH Embassy Issued Advisory For OFWS

The embassy of the Philippines in Jeddah has issued a public advisory for overseas Filipino workers with regards to the missiles fired by the Houthi militias which are taken down by the Saudi forces. The Filipinos are advised to limit the unnecessary visit to government offices and public places unless it is urgent. The advisory also instructed the OFWs to remain calm and yet vigilant under any circumstances.
The embassy of the Philippines in Jeddah has issued a public advisory for overseas Filipino workers with regards to the missiles fired by the Houthi militias which are taken down by the Saudi forces. The Filipinos are advised to limit the unnecessary visit to government offices and public places unless it is urgent. The advisory also instructed the OFWs to remain calm and yet vigilant under any circumstances. Ads Saudi Arabia's air defense forces shot down on Monday two ballistic missiles over Taif, one heading towards Makkah and the other over Jeddah, Saudi media reported. The air defense was able to take down the ballistic missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, according to the report. The Saudi authorities are yet to issue a formal statement. This isn't the first time Houthi militias have targeted Makkah -- the most recent attempted attack was in July 2017. Many Muslims took to social media to express their anger with the trending hashtag #HouthisStrikeMecca. 🇸🇦 — WATCH — Air Defense system in Saudi Arabia intercepts a Houthi missile in the sky’s of Taif. pic.twitter.com/odU0WQqofV — BELAAZ (@THEBELAAZ) May 20, 2019 Ads Sponsored Links Meanwhile, the embassy of the Philippines in Jeddah has issued a public advisory for overseas Filipino workers with regards to the missiles fired by the Houti militias which are taken down by the Saudi forces. The Filipinos are advised to limit the unnecessary visit to government offices and public places unless it is urgent. The advisory also instructed the OFWs to remain calm and yet vigilant under any circumstances. The fragments of the said rocket landed in Wadi Jalil, which extends to Mecca, noting that this is the second time that the militias are trying to target Mecca. The total number of ballistic missiles launched by the militias against Saudi Arabia and destroyed by the air defense forces to this day 227 ballistic missiles.

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Saudi Arabia's air defense forces shot down on Monday two ballistic missiles over Taif, one heading towards Makkah and the other over Jeddah, Saudi media reported.

The air defense was able to take down the ballistic missiles fired by Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen, according to the report.
The Saudi authorities are yet to issue a formal statement.

This isn't the first time Houthi militias have targeted Makkah -- the most recent attempted attack was in July 2017.

Many Muslims took to social media to express their anger with the trending hashtag #HouthisStrikeMecca.

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Meanwhile, the embassy of the Philippines in Jeddah has issued a public advisory for overseas Filipino workers with regards to the missiles fired by the Houti militias which are taken down by the Saudi forces. The Filipinos are advised to limit the unnecessary visit to government offices and public places unless it is urgent. The advisory also instructed the OFWs to remain calm and yet vigilant under any circumstances.
The fragments of the said rocket landed in Wadi Jalil, which extends to Mecca, noting that this is the second time that the militias are trying to target Mecca.

The total number of ballistic missiles launched by the militias against Saudi Arabia and destroyed by the air defense forces to this day 227 ballistic missiles.
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Sunday, May 12, 2019

OFW Tied On A Tree In KSA Now Repatriated

Just recently, a photo of an overseas Filipino worker allegedly deployed in Saudi Arabia who is tied up on a tree. According to the post, she was allegedly tied up by her sponsors in a tree outside her sponsor's house. The incident, according to the social media post, happened in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The OFW was tied on a tree by her employer as a punishment for allegedly exposed a piece of household furniture under the sun. The employer is reportedly a member of the Saudi’s royal family. Department of Foreign Affairs had already taken action regarding the incident and repatriated the OFW the same day as they received the report.
Just recently, a photo of an overseas Filipino worker allegedly deployed in Saudi Arabia who is tied up on a tree. According to the post, she was allegedly tied up by her sponsors in a tree outside her sponsor's house. The incident, according to the social media post, happened in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The OFW was tied on a tree by her employer as a punishment for allegedly exposed a piece of household furniture under the sun. The employer is reportedly a member of the Saudi’s royal family. Department of Foreign Affairs had already taken action regarding the incident and repatriated the OFW the same day as they received the report. Ads An overseas Filipino worker who was tied to a tree by her employer in Saudi Arabia is now back on Philippine soil, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Friday. "OFW Lovely Acosta Baruelo from Saudi Arabia arrived in Manila at 8:55 PM on 9 May 2019," DFA said in a statement. A picture of the Pinay OFW tied to a tree made the rounds on Facebook with fellow Filipinos asking for help on her behalf. The case of the Pinay was referred to the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh on May 9 and she was repatriated on the same day, the DFA said. "OFW Baruelo was allegedly punished by her employer by being tied to a tree," DFA said. The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh reported that the case of OFW Baruelo was referred to them on 9 May and she was repatriated on the same day,” the DFA said. Baruelo was allegedly tied to a tree as punishment by her employer, the DFA added. Ads Sponsored Links The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reports that OFW Lovely Acosta Baruelo from Saudi Arabia arrived in Manila at 8:55 PM on 9 May 2019. The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh reported that the case of OFW Baruelo was referred to them on 9 May and she was repatriated on the same day. OFW Baruelo was allegedly punished by her employer by being tied to a tree.

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An overseas Filipino worker who was tied to a tree by her employer in Saudi Arabia is now back on Philippine soil, the Department of Foreign Affairs said Friday.

"OFW Lovely Acosta Baruelo from Saudi Arabia arrived in Manila at 8:55 PM on 9 May 2019," DFA said in a statement. 

A picture of the Pinay OFW tied to a tree made the rounds on Facebook with fellow Filipinos asking for help on her behalf.

The case of the Pinay was referred to the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh on May 9 and she was repatriated on the same day, the DFA said.

"OFW Baruelo was allegedly punished by her employer by being tied to a tree," DFA said.

The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh reported that the case of OFW Baruelo was referred to them on 9 May and she was repatriated on the same day,” the DFA said.

Baruelo was allegedly tied to a tree as punishment by her employer, the DFA added.

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The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) reports that OFW Lovely Acosta Baruelo from Saudi Arabia arrived in Manila at 8:55 PM on 9 May 2019. The Philippine Embassy in Riyadh reported that the case of OFW Baruelo was referred to them on 9 May and she was repatriated on the same day. OFW Baruelo was allegedly punished by her employer by being tied to a tree.
OFW Tied On A Tree In KSA Now Repatriated


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Wednesday, October 03, 2018

OFW Stabbed To Death By A Fellow OFW in Jeddah- DFA

As overseas Filipino workers (OFW) working in an unfamiliar territory, we feel comfortable whenever we see a compatriot or a fellow Filipino abroad. In some instances, very unfortunate things happen like getting into a trouble because of a fellow Filipino. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Consulate General in Saudi Arabia confirmed that an OFW was stabbed and killed by a fellow OFW in Jeddah, KSA.
As overseas Filipino workers (OFW) working in an unfamiliar territory, we feel comfortable whenever we see a compatriot or a fellow Filipino abroad. In some instances, very unfortunate things happen like getting into a trouble because of a fellow Filipino. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Consulate General in Saudi Arabia confirmed that an OFW was stabbed and killed by a fellow OFW in Jeddah, KSA. Ads Sponsored Links A Filipino was stabbed and killed by a fellow Filipino in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, according to the confirmation of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The victim (name withheld) was a 29-year-old from Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao, who worked as a family driver in Jeddah. The suspect (name withheld), a 34-year-old from Capiz, also a driver for the same family The suspect remains under police custody after he was arrested immediately after the incident. The two "allegedly engaged in a fistfight in front of the house of their employer that ended in the victim getting fatally stabbed by his fellow driver." The motive of the stabbing is still unknown. The Consulate General and the Philippine Overseas Labor Office in Jeddah will extend full assistance to both Filipinos as well as their families. The victim is set for a vacation to the Philippines soon but the incident turned out to be unfortunate that he will come home inside a box. Consul General Edgar Badajos said that the suspect is facing a death sentence as per Saudi Sharia law. However, since they are both Filipinos, it is possible that the victim's family could instead He assured that they will render assistance to help both OFWs. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, Filipino abroad, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Saudi Arabia, stabbed, Jeddah, KSA

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A Filipino was stabbed and killed by a fellow Filipino in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, according to the confirmation of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA).

The victim (name withheld) was a 29-year-old from Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao, who worked as a family driver in Jeddah.

The suspect (name withheld), a 34-year-old from Capiz, also a driver for the same family

The suspect remains under police custody after he was arrested immediately after the incident. The two "allegedly engaged in a fistfight in front of the house of their employer that ended in the victim getting fatally stabbed by his fellow driver." The motive of the stabbing is still unknown.

The Consulate General and the Philippine Overseas Labor Office in Jeddah will extend full assistance to both Filipinos as well as their families.

The victim is set for a vacation to the Philippines soon but the incident turned out to be so unfortunate that he will come home inside a wooden box.

Consul General Edgar Badajos said that the suspect is facing a death sentence as per Saudi Sharia law. However, since they are both Filipinos, it is possible that the victim's family could instead ask for a blood money in exchange for his life and freedom. He assured that they will render assistance to help both OFWs and their families.
As overseas Filipino workers (OFW) working in an unfamiliar territory, we feel comfortable whenever we see a compatriot or a fellow Filipino abroad. In some instances, very unfortunate things happen like getting into a trouble because of a fellow Filipino. The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Consulate General in Saudi Arabia confirmed that an OFW was stabbed and killed by a fellow OFW in Jeddah, KSA. Ads Sponsored Links A Filipino was stabbed and killed by a fellow Filipino in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, according to the confirmation of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). The victim (name withheld) was a 29-year-old from Datu Odin Sinsuat, Maguindanao, who worked as a family driver in Jeddah. The suspect (name withheld), a 34-year-old from Capiz, also a driver for the same family The suspect remains under police custody after he was arrested immediately after the incident. The two "allegedly engaged in a fistfight in front of the house of their employer that ended in the victim getting fatally stabbed by his fellow driver." The motive of the stabbing is still unknown. The Consulate General and the Philippine Overseas Labor Office in Jeddah will extend full assistance to both Filipinos as well as their families. The victim is set for a vacation to the Philippines soon but the incident turned out to be unfortunate that he will come home inside a box. Consul General Edgar Badajos said that the suspect is facing a death sentence as per Saudi Sharia law. However, since they are both Filipinos, it is possible that the victim's family could instead He assured that they will render assistance to help both OFWs. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, Filipino abroad, Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), Saudi Arabia, stabbed, Jeddah, KSA
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More often, families with overseas Filipino workers (OFW) rely on their OFW breadwinner in providing their needs and without doing any efforts to have extra income. They use the money they receive to pay their bills, rents, mortgages, etc. They tend to spend the remittances they receive and wait for the next remittance when the money is over without any savings. This is the reason why no matter how long the OFWs exhaust themselves working overseas, they are still coming home broke and without any savings. Encouraging our spouse or anyone who is responsible for the remittances you send to save could be a great help and could guarantee a hassle-free retirement, much more if they placed this savings to a profitable investment. Ads Sponsored Links Stick to a budget schedule Convince your spouse to make a monthly budget and commit to saving a portion of the monthly remittance. They could also spend the remaining part of the budget after setting aside the savings. No matter how small the savings, it could mean a lot after a period of time you regularly do it. Use the credit card wisely or do not use it at all Credit cards could be an advantage when purchasing but it can also lure the holder to spend more. Whenever possible, avoid using credit cards and use cash instead. It would save you from paying extra charges and interests which can really raise your spending. The best rule should be, do not spend the money you do not have. Always make a list of important things to buy Many OFW spouses tend to go on a shopping spree just after receiving the remittance and let their impulses lead in which items they like to buy at the very moment without putting their priorities on the things they really needed. Encourage them to develop a habit and discipline of making a list of the things they need to prioritize during shopping and strictly follow what is on the list to avoid spending too much on the things that are not really important. Live a lifestyle that suits your income Many OFW spouses live like one day millionaire. after claiming the remittances you sent, they will go straight to the mall, eat at the fast-food chain of their choice, go on a shopping spree buying what they want without even thinking if they still have the money to go through the month until the next remittance. If their budget got short, they would borrow money from someone which would cause the next budget to bear the shortage and the cycle goes on. There's nothing wrong with being generous but not too much Advise your spouse to exercise caution when giving help to extended families, relatives or friends. There is nothing wrong with extending help but there has to be a limitation. This would avoid them to become dependent on your assistance that they would knock your everytime they need financial help. Working overseas is not forever and you will eventually come home for good. It is you and your spouse who need to work hand-in-hand to succeed. Together you must find ways to take care of your finances and save for the future of your family. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, extra income, bills, rents, mortgages, remittances, working overseas, retirement, investment, savings
More often, families with overseas Filipino workers (OFW) rely on their OFW breadwinner in providing their needs and without doing any efforts to have extra income. They use the money they receive to pay their bills, rents, mortgages, etc. They tend to spend the remittances they receive and wait for the next remittance when the money is over without any savings. This is the reason why no matter how long the OFWs exhaust themselves working overseas, they are still coming home broke and without any savings. Encouraging our spouse or anyone who is responsible for the remittances you send to save could be a great help and could guarantee a hassle-free retirement, much more if they placed this savings to a profitable investment. Ads Sponsored Links Stick to a budget schedule Convince your spouse to make a monthly budget and commit to saving a portion of the monthly remittance. They could also spend the remaining part of the budget after setting aside the savings. No matter how small the savings, it could mean a lot after a period of time you regularly do it. Use the credit card wisely or do not use it at all Credit cards could be an advantage when purchasing but it can also lure the holder to spend more. Whenever possible, avoid using credit cards and use cash instead. It would save you from paying extra charges and interests which can really raise your spending. The best rule should be, do not spend the money you do not have. Always make a list of important things to buy Many OFW spouses tend to go on a shopping spree just after receiving the remittance and let their impulses lead in which items they like to buy at the very moment without putting their priorities on the things they really needed. Encourage them to develop a habit and discipline of making a list of the things they need to prioritize during shopping and strictly follow what is on the list to avoid spending too much on the things that are not really important. Live a lifestyle that suits your income Many OFW spouses live like one day millionaire. after claiming the remittances you sent, they will go straight to the mall, eat at the fast-food chain of their choice, go on a shopping spree buying what they want without even thinking if they still have the money to go through the month until the next remittance. If their budget got short, they would borrow money from someone which would cause the next budget to bear the shortage and the cycle goes on. There's nothing wrong with being generous but not too much Advise your spouse to exercise caution when giving help to extended families, relatives or friends. There is nothing wrong with extending help but there has to be a limitation. This would avoid them to become dependent on your assistance that they would knock your everytime they need financial help. Working overseas is not forever and you will eventually come home for good. It is you and your spouse who need to work hand-in-hand to succeed. Together you must find ways to take care of your finances and save for the future of your family. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, extra income, bills, rents, mortgages, remittances, working overseas, retirement, investment, savings
More often, families with overseas Filipino workers (OFW) rely on their OFW breadwinner in providing their needs and without doing any efforts to have extra income. They use the money they receive to pay their bills, rents, mortgages, etc. They tend to spend the remittances they receive and wait for the next remittance when the money is over without any savings. This is the reason why no matter how long the OFWs exhaust themselves working overseas, they are still coming home broke and without any savings. Encouraging our spouse or anyone who is responsible for the remittances you send to save could be a great help and could guarantee a hassle-free retirement, much more if they placed this savings to a profitable investment. Ads Sponsored Links Stick to a budget schedule Convince your spouse to make a monthly budget and commit to saving a portion of the monthly remittance. They could also spend the remaining part of the budget after setting aside the savings. No matter how small the savings, it could mean a lot after a period of time you regularly do it. Use the credit card wisely or do not use it at all Credit cards could be an advantage when purchasing but it can also lure the holder to spend more. Whenever possible, avoid using credit cards and use cash instead. It would save you from paying extra charges and interests which can really raise your spending. The best rule should be, do not spend the money you do not have. Always make a list of important things to buy Many OFW spouses tend to go on a shopping spree just after receiving the remittance and let their impulses lead in which items they like to buy at the very moment without putting their priorities on the things they really needed. Encourage them to develop a habit and discipline of making a list of the things they need to prioritize during shopping and strictly follow what is on the list to avoid spending too much on the things that are not really important. Live a lifestyle that suits your income Many OFW spouses live like one day millionaire. after claiming the remittances you sent, they will go straight to the mall, eat at the fast-food chain of their choice, go on a shopping spree buying what they want without even thinking if they still have the money to go through the month until the next remittance. If their budget got short, they would borrow money from someone which would cause the next budget to bear the shortage and the cycle goes on. There's nothing wrong with being generous but not too much Advise your spouse to exercise caution when giving help to extended families, relatives or friends. There is nothing wrong with extending help but there has to be a limitation. This would avoid them to become dependent on your assistance that they would knock your everytime they need financial help. Working overseas is not forever and you will eventually come home for good. It is you and your spouse who need to work hand-in-hand to succeed. Together you must find ways to take care of your finances and save for the future of your family. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, extra income, bills, rents, mortgages, remittances, working overseas, retirement, investment, savings
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Wednesday, September 26, 2018

OFW Killed Saudi Manager; Pakistani Co-worker In Jizan, KSA

It is said that you cannot understand the situation an overseas Filipino worker is going through unless you became an OFW yourself. Sometimes they were caught in a situation where they cannot make a sound judgment resulting in an untoward result.
Our fervent request to our fellow OFWs, before you decide to work abroad, bring lots of patience and self-control.
It is said that you cannot understand the situation an overseas Filipino worker is going through unless you became an OFW yourself. Sometimes they were caught in a situation where they cannot make a sound judgment resulting in an untoward result. Our fervent request to our fellow OFWs, before you decide to work abroad, bring lots of patience and self-control. Ads Sponsored Links A Filipino who went berserk and stabbed a Saudi manager and Pakistani employee to death and injured 5 more. They were working at the Farsan Island unit of Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) in the southern Jazan province. The attacker whose identity except for his nationality was not disclosed, armed with a knife and a fire extinguisher was also seriously injured when security forces fired at him. According to reports, the Filipino chased the Pakistani worker Arbab Ahmed with a knife and fire extinguisher following an argument between them at their accommodation. The Pakistani ran to the nearby company office to find shelter and went to the office of their manager Naseebi, 56, a Saudi Arabian national. The manager tried to calm the attacker but he was stabbed by the suspect and sustained wounds on the chest and throat. While the other workers attempted to stop the suspect, he released the contents of the fire extinguisher. The security personnel was prompted to fire at him according to Saudi Gazette report. In its twitter account, SEC offered condolence to the bereaved family members of the deceased manager and worker. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino worker, OFW , work abroad, stabbing , Saudi arabia, KSA

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It is said that you cannot understand the situation an overseas Filipino worker is going through unless you became an OFW yourself. Sometimes they were caught in a situation where they cannot make a sound judgment resulting in an untoward result. Our fervent request to our fellow OFWs, before you decide to work abroad, bring lots of patience and self-control. Ads Sponsored Links A Filipino who went berserk and stabbed a Saudi manager and Pakistani employee to death and injured 5 more. They were working at the Farsan Island unit of Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) in the southern Jazan province. The attacker whose identity except for his nationality was not disclosed, armed with a knife and a fire extinguisher was also seriously injured when security forces fired at him. According to reports, the Filipino chased the Pakistani worker Arbab Ahmed with a knife and fire extinguisher following an argument between them at their accommodation. The Pakistani ran to the nearby company office to find shelter and went to the office of their manager Naseebi, 56, a Saudi Arabian national. The manager tried to calm the attacker but he was stabbed by the suspect and sustained wounds on the chest and throat. While the other workers attempted to stop the suspect, he released the contents of the fire extinguisher. The security personnel was prompted to fire at him according to Saudi Gazette report. In its twitter account, SEC offered condolence to the bereaved family members of the deceased manager and worker. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino worker, OFW , work abroad, stabbing , Saudi arabia, KSA
A Filipino who went berserk and stabbed a Saudi manager and Pakistani employee to death and injured five more. They were working at the Farsan Island unit of Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) in the Southern Jizan province.

The attacker whose identity except for his nationality was not disclosed, armed with a knife and a fire extinguisher was also seriously injured when security forces fired at him. 
According to reports, the Filipino chased the Pakistani worker Arbab Ahmed with a knife and fire extinguisher following an argument between them at their accommodation. The Pakistani ran to the nearby company office to find shelter and went to the office of their manager Naseebi, 56, a Saudi Arabian national. The manager tried to calm the attacker but he was stabbed by the suspect and sustained wounds on the chest and throat.
While the other workers attempted to stop the suspect, he released the contents of the fire extinguisher. The security personnel was prompted to fire at him according to the Saudi Gazette report.  The suspect succumbed to his death due to fatal gunshot wounds.

In its twitter account, SEC offered condolences to the family members of the deceased manager and worker.

 The Philippine Embassy In Saudi Arabia confirmed the report. The Philippine Consulate General said that the OFW was laid off from his job. The investigation is ongoing as the Consulate is getting in touch with the family of the OFW in the Philippines.
It is said that you cannot understand the situation an overseas Filipino worker is going through unless you became an OFW yourself. Sometimes they were caught in a situation where they cannot make a sound judgment resulting in an untoward result. Our fervent request to our fellow OFWs, before you decide to work abroad, bring lots of patience and self-control. Ads Sponsored Links A Filipino who went berserk and stabbed a Saudi manager and Pakistani employee to death and injured 5 more. They were working at the Farsan Island unit of Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) in the southern Jazan province. The attacker whose identity except for his nationality was not disclosed, armed with a knife and a fire extinguisher was also seriously injured when security forces fired at him. According to reports, the Filipino chased the Pakistani worker Arbab Ahmed with a knife and fire extinguisher following an argument between them at their accommodation. The Pakistani ran to the nearby company office to find shelter and went to the office of their manager Naseebi, 56, a Saudi Arabian national. The manager tried to calm the attacker but he was stabbed by the suspect and sustained wounds on the chest and throat. While the other workers attempted to stop the suspect, he released the contents of the fire extinguisher. The security personnel was prompted to fire at him according to Saudi Gazette report. In its twitter account, SEC offered condolence to the bereaved family members of the deceased manager and worker. Filed under the category of overseas Filipino worker, OFW , work abroad, stabbing , Saudi arabia, KSA
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As a move to urge Filipinos and foreign businessmen to engage in doing business in the country, President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act into law in May 2018. This new law sets a deadline for the government to quickly act on business applications, about three to five days for simple processes and seven to 10 days for complex ones. Even before the effectivity of this new law, the government had already been doing its part to make business registration for prospective entrepreneurs easier by making some application processes online. As a move to urge Filipinos and foreign businessmen to engage in doing business in the country, President Rodrigo Duterte signed the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act into law in May 2018. This new law sets a deadline for the government to quickly act on business applications, about three to five days for simple processes and seven to 10 days for complex ones. Even before the effectivity of this new law, the government had already been doing its part to make business registration for prospective entrepreneurs easier by making some application processes online. Ads Sponsored Links The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)’s business name registration for single proprietors is among the first processes to become digitized. The Philippine Business Registry (PBR), DTI’s business name registration system, has been made more accessible for single business owners since 2012. A prospective entrepreneur is not anymore required to visit DTI offices to secure a Certificate of Business Registration. With the PBR website, the certificate can even be printed in the comfort of their own home. Here are the steps you have to take to secure that certificate. Check the availability of a business name Before starting the registration process, it helps to check if the business name you have in mind is still available to use. At the PBR, one can easily type in the prospective business name and it will check the database if there are enterprises already using that trade name. A word of advice: don’t just try to check the business name you are aiming for once. Try to modify your search to save time later on. For example, if you are thinking of putting up a business called “Juan dela Cruz Services,” modify your search and break down every part of the business name from just “Juan dela” to “Cruz Services.” Some business names just differ in spacing or spelling. The DTI also reminds applicants to ensure that the business name isn’t similar to an existing trade name or trademark, such as “Anne Dok’s Lechon,” “Jolibee” and "Starbax Café.” On the other hand, names that are too generic, such as “The Coffee Shop” for your café, aren’t permissible, too. Business owners also can’t use the abbreviation of a government agency or international organization. Business name registration Once you’ve verified that your prospective business name is still available for use, you can proceed to the business name application. Once in the page, you will be required to choose the geographic scope of the enterprise: national, regional, city or town, and barangay. If you are keen on operating a business that will reach clients in different parts of the country—for example, an online shop—then it’s best to register your scope as nationwide. The fees will vary depending on the scope, ranging from Php200 to Php2,000. Afterward, the business owner’s personal info will be required. You will only have to submit some basic details such as tax identification number, residence address and mobile number. By this time, you’re done with the most tedious part of the online registration process. You may now choose whether to pay cash through either a local DTI office or Go Negosyo Center, or via an online payments system. The PBR only accepts two kinds of online payments: Bancnet and GCash. If you have an online account with any bank, then paying through Bancnet is advisable. Otherwise, a GCash account may be needed to complete the transaction. You also have the option whether to pick up your business certificate from a local DTI office or have it printed yourself. Once the payment is complete, a message will be sent to your e-mail on how you will retrieve the certificate based on the method you selected. Most likely, the whole process will only require 15 to 30 minutes of your time. Filed under the category of Filipinos, foreign businessmen, President Rodrigo Duterte, Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act, business registration, entrepreneurs, application processes online Ads Sponsored Links The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI)’s business name registration for single proprietors is among the first processes to become digitized. The Philippine Business Registry (PBR), DTI’s business name registration system, has been made more accessible for single business owners since 2012. A prospective entrepreneur is not anymore required to visit DTI offices to secure a Certificate of Business Registration. With the PBR website, the certificate can even be printed in the comfort of their own home. Here are the steps you have to take to secure that certificate. Check the availability of a business name Before starting the registration process, it helps to check if the business name you have in mind is still available to use. At the PBR, one can easily type in the prospective business name and it will check the database if there are enterprises already using that trade name. A word of advice: don’t just try to check the business name you are aiming for once. Try to modify your search to save time later on. For example, if you are thinking of putting up a business called “Juan dela Cruz Services,” modify your search and break down every part of the business name from just “Juan dela” to “Cruz Services.” Some business names just differ in spacing or spelling. The DTI also reminds applicants to ensure that the business name isn’t similar to an existing trade name or trademark, such as “Anne Dok’s Lechon,” “Jolibee” and "Starbax Café.” On the other hand, names that are too generic, such as “The Coffee Shop” for your café, aren’t permissible, too. Business owners also can’t use the abbreviation of a government agency or international organization. Business name registration Once you’ve verified that your prospective business name is still available for use, you can proceed to the business name application. Once in the page, you will be required to choose the geographic scope of the enterprise: national, regional, city or town, and barangay. If you are keen on operating a business that will reach clients in different parts of the country—for example, an online shop—then it’s best to register your scope as nationwide. The fees will vary depending on the scope, ranging from Php200 to Php2,000. Afterward, the business owner’s personal info will be required. You will only have to submit some basic details such as tax identification number, residence address and mobile number. By this time, you’re done with the most tedious part of the online registration process. You may now choose whether to pay cash through either a local DTI office or Go Negosyo Center, or via an online payments system. The PBR only accepts two kinds of online payments: Bancnet and GCash. If you have an online account with any bank, then paying through Bancnet is advisable. Otherwise, a GCash account may be needed to complete the transaction. You also have the option whether to pick up your business certificate from a local DTI office or have it printed yourself. Once the payment is complete, a message will be sent to your e-mail on how you will retrieve the certificate based on the method you selected. Most likely, the whole process will only require 15 to 30 minutes of your time. Filed under the category of Filipinos, foreign businessmen, President Rodrigo Duterte, Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act, business registration, entrepreneurs, application processes online Ads Update: The DTI online business registration is temporarily suspended due to systems upgrade and will notify the public when it is ready. The business owners are advised to proceed to the nearest DTI offices near your area. To download the application form for business registration, you may visit the DTI official website.
The Social Security System (SSS) has announced the new batch of loan condonation program or the loan restructuring program (LRP) whereas the members with delinquent status in paying their previous loan in a period of more than 6 months will be allowed to settle their accounts without paying any penalty. Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)who currently has current unpaid loans are urged to apply for the LRP until October 1. Ads Sponsored Links SSS continues to encourage its members, including OFWs, to apply for loan restructuring program with penalty condonation especially OFWs who have short-term member loans including calamity, salary, educational, and emergency loans. Under the program, members will no longer pay the additional penalties for the unsettled loans. Members only need to pay for the annual interest alongside the principal loan. Payments can be done in whole or on a monthly basis as long as the payment terms will not exceed 5 years. OFWs can apply for LRP in two ways: 1. If you are currently in the UAE, you can visit the SSS office located at the Philippine Consulate in Dubai and the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi. 2. OFWs can also delegate their application to their authorized representative. Give them an authorization letter to process the application through the SSS office in the Philippines. You can download the application form at the SSS official website. Ads Filed under the category of Social Security System , SSS, loan restructuring program, loan condonation program, Overseas Filipino workers, United Arab Emirates , loans
Being considered as modern-day heroes, government offices, as well as some private establishment, give different perks and privileges to overseas Filipino workers (OFW). Aside from the sacrifices they had to go through just to earn better by working abroad, OFWs are the breadwinners of their families back home and the major contributor to keep the Philippine economy afloat by sending their remittances. they deserve to be rewarded by these kinds of privileges. Ads Sponsored Links Exemption on Fees It’s all because of the Overseas Employment Certificate or OEC. Being an OFW, specifically, a legitimate one means you will be exempted from various fees like airport terminal fee, travel tax, and documentary stamp tax. Tax-Free Shopping at Duty-Free If you want to do some additional shopping before heading home, then the Duty-Free Philippines can be your partner. You can enjoy tax-free shopping within 15 days from the time you arrived so you can give pasalubong to your family, relatives, and friends. Housing Loan from SSS or PAG-IBIG Are you thinking of buying a house or giving your existing home a much-needed renovation? SSS or PAG-IBIG can help you on this since they offer housing facilities at lower rates compared to banks and other lending institutions. SSS offers Direct Housing Facility Loan for OFWs where you can loan for as much as P2 million and payable up to 15 years maximum. On the other hand, PAG-IBIG also offers a housing loan facility for OFWs where you can borrow as much as P6 million. Free Language Courses at TESDA Yes, you read that right. TESDA Language Skills Institute offers free language training for Spanish, English, Japanese, Mandarin, and Arabic to help Filipinos become more equipped in terms of language. This will come in handy when you are headed to any of the countries that speak any of these languages as well as an advantage on your part as OFW. If you plan to enroll, then make sure you register early because slots are limited. Nonetheless, OFWs are given priority, but it’s best to reserve your slot early. You can check TESDA website for further details about this program. OWWA Benefits The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration or OWWA is the agency that protects and promotes the welfare of OFWs and their dependents. In line with this, several benefits are being offered by the agency such as onsite assistance, livelihood trainings, education assistance for dependents, counseling, and legal assistance among others. DFA Courtesy Lanes With the recent opening of passport renewal slots (86,889 New Slots in September!), you can now apply for your passport related concern without hassle. OFWs are given access to DFA Courtesy Lanes. You don’t need to even schedule an appointment online. No OFWs will miss a job just because of delays in Passport Application. How good is that? Low interest loans There are loan programs from the banks that are tailored for OFWs and they are giving it for very low-interest rates and flexible tenures. Flexible Investment scheme from SSS SSS provides a program they called SSS Flexi-fund where OFWs can invest their excess contributions to earn dividends and they can withdraw it anytime they wish or when they finally decided to stay home for good. Ads Filed under the category of modern-day heroes, overseas Filipino workers, working abroad, OFW remittances
Food, shelter, and clothing are the basic necessities of human lives. We can choose our lifestyle whatever we want like living in a simple yet safe home and wearing modest low-end clothing to save but the rising cost of food is a serious matter and we need to do something about it. Imagine that you are earning just enough to pay your bills, mortgages and other household expenses and your company seldom give you a raise in your salary. Even the families of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) are finding it difficult to budget the remittances they receive due to inflation. Everything has increased its prices and you need to catch up. Ads Sponsored Links Here are some practical tips to save money on food items. Make A Shopping List And Stick to It Planning your meals for the week and carefully selecting specific ingredients to buy can save a lot out of your food budget. With the list on hand, purchase only the items you need to buy and avoid impulse buys. Eat Before You Shop When you are hungry and you walk into a building full of food, it is more likely that you are going to grab unnecessary and expensive items that appeal more to your palate than your pocket. It is highly advised that you eat first and shop. Avoid Fastfoods Ready-made meals are easy to buy but come with a cost. Instead of eating in fast food or restaurant, buy the ingredients and do it at home preparing the meal yourself. It could save you a lot and still keep the leftovers for the next meal. Do Not bring Your Kids While Shopping Every extra minute that you spend in the store increases the chances of you buying more and this includes toys and snacks meant to keep the kids behave while you try to focus on your hunt for a good bargain. Do not bring your kids with you while shopping to save time and money. Buy in Bulk Buying in bigger packaging can save you a lot. You can usually find great deals in buying a larger packaging. However, pay attention to your spending habits and consider your storage capacity. Use Store Reward Cards And Coupons Coupons provide an easy way to save money. There is no harm in clipping them and using them in purchasing foods, helping you save on your food shopping cost. Buy locally produced foods Locally grown or produced food is cheaper because you don't pay for long transportation costs. You also help local farmers and food producers meet their daily needs as well. Compare Store Prices; Grab the cheapest Have an assessment of which stores offers lower prices for particular food items and buy it from them. Some grocery stores have special prices for a specific item and they are not often applicable to other stores. Be aware of the price tags and grab it where it cost the lowest. Look Down at the lower shelf Most expensive items are usually displayed at eye-level. To find less expensive items, look down. Avoid the Checkout Temptations Beware of the displays placed at the end of each aisle. They often feature premium brands and they are placed there for a purpose. Shop for Sales Pay attention to sales on necessity items and stock up on non-perishables and freezer goods. Be mindful of the expiration date because most of the sale items are often near expiration dates. Ads Shop Infrequently Reducing the number of trips that you make to the store each week or month reduces the chances of unnecessary purchases and minimizes the amount of transportation cost spent getting there. Pay in Cash Avoid using your credit card in purchasing food. If you don't pay off the card in full each month, you pay interest on the purchase. To avoid paying the extra cost, use cash when you shop. Check Your Bill Electronic scanners make the shopping experience faster and more convenient, however, scanners aren't foolproof. Take a look at the receipt to make sure your coupons and discounts were accurate. In addition to this, try planting edible plants and vegetables and use it to save on your next food purchase. Having an organic vegetable garden in your yard lets you eat your favorite veggise for free.
Our country is now experiencing high inflation rate like its neighboring countries. The only thing is that, while other countries in the region like India, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, etc., seems to recuperate with high inflation rates, we are just started to hit the peak. The high inflation rate is so evident that even the families of overseas Filipino workers (OFW) who used to catch up with their expenses using the remittances sent by the OFWs to pay their bills, mortgages etc., are now complaining of budget shortage due to high prices of food items, transportation, and basic commodities. Recruitment and migration expert Emmanuel Geslani even advised the OFWs to send at least 20% more remittances in order for their families to cope up as the prices soar high. Could it really help? How do we beat the high prices brought about by the inflation? Ads Sponsored Links As we are all affected by high prices, there is a need for a concerted effort by all sectors to work together to beat inflation. This is not the challenge for the government alone. The private sector, media, and consumers alike must also pitch in. Expectations can only be calmed by a perspective view that this condition is temporary. Keep a record of your spendings Tracking your expenses by keeping a record and listing down your purchases. It will allow you to determine your average spendings. You can compare them and find out which will be your basis of a monthly allowance. Check out which month you spent the least and make it a reference for your preceding monthly budget plan. Have a contingency budget of at least 10% every payday Set aside at least 10% from your monthly take-home pay for emergency purposes. Financial emergencies are inevitable and it is important that we are ready. Watch your lifestyle We often hear that we should not spend more than what we earn. Buying things that you need must be a priority over the things that you want. Exercise frugality Saving for the future benefit none other than yourself. The money you save today could save your life in the future. Everyone will come to their retirement but some of them will not retire well. Spending your money like there will be no tomorrow will render you broke on your retirement. As the inflation rate soar, buy only where you can save a lot like on sale items. Keep your spending for needs only Shopping for things you want but you don't really need could make the effect of the high inflation even worse. Look for extra income Even if you have a pretty decent take-home pay, having a side hustle will be a great help during this time where the prices of almost everything are rising. Having an extra income could help you beat the effects of the high inflation rate. Invest The best way to save is not by putting your money in the bank but to find a profitable investment to make your money grow. Over the years, with the right investments, your money will grow rapidly compared with just putting it into a savings deposit. However, be careful where you invest. Make sure you are putting your hard-earned money to legitimate investments. Filed under the category of high inflation rate, India, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, OFW, mortgages, transportation, Recruitment, migration. Ads
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Sunday, August 05, 2018

Philippine Embassy In Riyadh Clarifies Wrong Statement About End Of Service Benefits

Any worker, either in a private company or a government job, is always looking forward to receiving his fair share of ESB or End of Service Benefit. Each country calculates this compensation differently. If a certain employer refuse to provide this benefit to an employee upon termination - be it due to work injury, arbitrary dismissal, or end of contract - the situation falls into a labor dispute.
Any worker, either in a private company or a government job, is always looking forward to receiving his fair share of ESB or End of Service Benefit. Each country calculates this compensation differently. If a certain employer refuse to provide this benefit to an employee upon termination - be it due to work injury, arbitrary dismissal, or end of contract - the situation falls into a labor dispute. Shock and surprise were the reaction among some Filipinos in Saudi Arabia when they watched a recent Facebook live interview of Consul General Christopher Patrick Aro and Vice Consul Von Ryan Ferrera from the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh. Among the topics discussed in the hour-long interview were the repatriation procedures for a deceased worker, as well as the End of Service Award or Benefits. A statement made on the latter is what surprised many viewers. It was around 8 minutes into the interview when embassy officials clearly said Domestic Workers are not entitled to ESB. The same statement was repeated towards the last 15 minutes of the interview. This of course is an erronoues statement on the part of the embassy officials, and it was corrected and clarified the next day with an official press release that you can read below. Household Service Workers or Domestic Helpers are of course accorded several benefits according to the Saudi Labor Law. While social media is a very good medium to inform OFWs, especially those with limited access to information, care must be done in believing what we read, see or hear, especially in the advent of fake news. If you are a Domestic Helper in Saudi Arabia, know your rights and benefits here. SAUDI ARABIA KASAMBAHAY LEGAL RIGHTS OR DOMESTIC LABOR REGULATION This post is filed under: labor dispute, end of service, work injury, arbitrary dismissal, end of contract, household service worker, domestic helper, social media, labor law, KSA, Saudi, fake news

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Shock and surprise were the reaction among some Filipinos in Saudi Arabia when they watched a recent Facebook live interview of Consul General Christopher Patrick Aro and Vice Consul Von Ryan Ferrera from the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh.

 Among the topics discussed in the hour-long interview were the repatriation procedures for a deceased worker, as well as the End of Service Award or Benefits. A statement made on the latter is what surprised many viewers. 

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It was around 8 minutes into the interview when embassy officials clearly said Domestic Workers are not entitled to ESB. The same statement was repeated towards the last 15 minutes of the interview. This of course is an erronoues statement on the part of the embassy officials, and it was corrected and clarified the next day with an official press release that you can read below. Household Service Workers or Domestic Helpers are of course accorded several benefits according to the Saudi Labor Law.
Any worker, either in a private company or a government job, is always looking forward to receiving his fair share of ESB or End of Service Benefit. Each country calculates this compensation differently. If a certain employer refuse to provide this benefit to an employee upon termination - be it due to work injury, arbitrary dismissal, or end of contract - the situation falls into a labor dispute. Shock and surprise were the reaction among some Filipinos in Saudi Arabia when they watched a recent Facebook live interview of Consul General Christopher Patrick Aro and Vice Consul Von Ryan Ferrera from the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh. Among the topics discussed in the hour-long interview were the repatriation procedures for a deceased worker, as well as the End of Service Award or Benefits. A statement made on the latter is what surprised many viewers. It was around 8 minutes into the interview when embassy officials clearly said Domestic Workers are not entitled to ESB. The same statement was repeated towards the last 15 minutes of the interview. This of course is an erronoues statement on the part of the embassy officials, and it was corrected and clarified the next day with an official press release that you can read below. Household Service Workers or Domestic Helpers are of course accorded several benefits according to the Saudi Labor Law. While social media is a very good medium to inform OFWs, especially those with limited access to information, care must be done in believing what we read, see or hear, especially in the advent of fake news. If you are a Domestic Helper in Saudi Arabia, know your rights and benefits here. SAUDI ARABIA KASAMBAHAY LEGAL RIGHTS OR DOMESTIC LABOR REGULATION This post is filed under: labor dispute, end of service, work injury, arbitrary dismissal, end of contract, household service worker, domestic helper, social media, labor law, KSA, Saudi, fake news

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While social media is a very good medium to inform OFWs, especially those with limited access to information, care must be done in believing what we read, see or hear, especially in the advent of fake news.

 If you are a Domestic Helper in Saudi Arabia, know your rights and benefits here.


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