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Showing posts with label overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Show all posts
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Monday, October 29, 2018

2 OFWs Faces Charges Of Attempted Murder Of A Fellow OFW In UAE

Filipinos especially the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are known for their outstanding compassion to others, nonetheless with their compatriot or fellow Filipinos when they are outside the country or on their work abroad. They extend help to fellow OFWs who needed it and every OFWs somehow feel safe when they know that there OFWs around.
Sometimes, unfortunate things happen that a compatriot will cause you trouble or worse, try to kill you.

Filipinos especially the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are known for their outstanding compassion to others, nonetheless with their compatriot or fellow Filipinos when they are outside the country or on their work abroad. They extend help to fellow OFWs who needed it and every OFWs somehow feel safe when they know that there OFWs around.  Sometimes, unfortunate things happen that a compatriot will cause you trouble or worse, try to kill you.     Ads     Sponsored Links     Two OFWs who are working as a waiters have been accused of trying to kill a man, who was trying to defend a friend over stalking a woman in an elevator.  A Filipino man and his two Filipina women were said to have visited their friend at his residence in May one night where they spent some time and left the place at around 4am.  Shortly on their way out, the three Filipinos returned back to the flat and claimed to their friend, according to records, that their two countrymen waiters, aged 32 and 33, had attacked them in the lift.  The Filipino man accompanied his three friends outside and when he confronted the suspects, the two waiters assaulted them again.  Then the 33-year-old waiter cornered the man and the 32-year-old took a knife and stabbed him twice although he had tried to block the assault and protect himself with a bottle. The suspect was arrested by the police authorities while the victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment. According to the charges sheet, prosecutors said the 33-year-old cornered his countryman meanwhile the 32-year-old stabbed him in his shoulder and belly, and therefore charged with attempted murder. The suspects pleaded not guilty.  “I acted in self-defense. He attacked me first and I defended myself,” argued the 32-year-old as he refuted his accusation before presiding judge Mohammad Jamal.  The stabbed Filipino testified to prosecutors: “My friends came to visit me and when they walked out at 4am, they returned a few minutes later. They told me that the two suspects had assaulted them. When I went out with them to check what had happened, I had a fight with them. They stabbed me with a knife and tried to kill me.”   2 OFWs Faces Charges Of Attempted Murder Of A Fellow OFW In UAE   The Filipino man [who was visiting his friend] claimed to prosecutors: “I fought with the suspects and they assaulted me because they had stalked and harassed my girlfriend [one of the two women who accompanied him] at the elevator.”  Presiding judge Jamal will hand out a judgment on November 13.  Filed under the category of Filipinos, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  work abroad
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Two OFWs who are working as a waiters have been accused of trying to kill a man, who was trying to defend a friend over stalking a woman in an elevator.

A Filipino man and his two Filipina women were said to have visited their friend at his residence in May one night where they spent some time and left the place at around 4am.

Shortly on their way out, the three Filipinos returned back to the flat and claimed to their friend, according to records, that their two countrymen waiters, aged 32 and 33, had attacked them in the lift.

The Filipino man accompanied his three friends outside and when he confronted the suspects, the two waiters assaulted them again.

Then the 33-year-old waiter cornered the man and the 32-year-old took a knife and stabbed him twice although he had tried to block the assault and protect himself with a bottle.
The suspect was arrested by the police authorities while the victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment.
According to the charges sheet, prosecutors said the 33-year-old cornered his countryman meanwhile the 32-year-old stabbed him in his shoulder and belly, and therefore charged with attempted murder. The suspects pleaded not guilty.

“I acted in self-defense. He attacked me first and I defended myself,” argued the 32-year-old as he refuted his accusation before presiding judge Mohammad Jamal.

The stabbed Filipino testified to prosecutors: “My friends came to visit me and when they walked out at 4am, they returned a few minutes later. They told me that the two suspects had assaulted them. When I went out with them to check what had happened, I had a fight with them. They stabbed me with a knife and tried to kill me.”


2 OFWs Faces Charges Of Attempted Murder Of A Fellow OFW In UAE


The Filipino man [who was visiting his friend] claimed to prosecutors: “I fought with the suspects and they assaulted me because they had stalked and harassed my girlfriend [one of the two women who accompanied him] at the elevator.”

Presiding judge Jamal will hand out a judgment on November 13.

Filed under the category of Filipinos, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  work abroad
Filipinos especially the overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) are known for their outstanding compassion to others, nonetheless with their compatriot or fellow Filipinos when they are outside the country or on their work abroad. They extend help to fellow OFWs who needed it and every OFWs somehow feel safe when they know that there OFWs around.  Sometimes, unfortunate things happen that a compatriot will cause you trouble or worse, try to kill you.     Ads     Sponsored Links     Two OFWs who are working as a waiters have been accused of trying to kill a man, who was trying to defend a friend over stalking a woman in an elevator.  A Filipino man and his two Filipina women were said to have visited their friend at his residence in May one night where they spent some time and left the place at around 4am.  Shortly on their way out, the three Filipinos returned back to the flat and claimed to their friend, according to records, that their two countrymen waiters, aged 32 and 33, had attacked them in the lift.  The Filipino man accompanied his three friends outside and when he confronted the suspects, the two waiters assaulted them again.  Then the 33-year-old waiter cornered the man and the 32-year-old took a knife and stabbed him twice although he had tried to block the assault and protect himself with a bottle. The suspect was arrested by the police authorities while the victim was rushed to the hospital for treatment. According to the charges sheet, prosecutors said the 33-year-old cornered his countryman meanwhile the 32-year-old stabbed him in his shoulder and belly, and therefore charged with attempted murder. The suspects pleaded not guilty.  “I acted in self-defense. He attacked me first and I defended myself,” argued the 32-year-old as he refuted his accusation before presiding judge Mohammad Jamal.  The stabbed Filipino testified to prosecutors: “My friends came to visit me and when they walked out at 4am, they returned a few minutes later. They told me that the two suspects had assaulted them. When I went out with them to check what had happened, I had a fight with them. They stabbed me with a knife and tried to kill me.”   2 OFWs Faces Charges Of Attempted Murder Of A Fellow OFW In UAE   The Filipino man [who was visiting his friend] claimed to prosecutors: “I fought with the suspects and they assaulted me because they had stalked and harassed my girlfriend [one of the two women who accompanied him] at the elevator.”  Presiding judge Jamal will hand out a judgment on November 13.  Filed under the category of Filipinos, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  work abroad

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The overseas Filipino workers (OFW) helps the economy by the remittances they send to their family which is spent on their daily needs making local commerce move. In spite of the help they give to the economy, OFWs are often vulnerable to abuse and maltreatment abroad especially those who are deployed as household service workers (HSW). Due to lack or very little knowledge about their rights, many OFWs needs equipping and protection.  Recently, two pro-OFW bills were already approved in the House Of Representatives: HB 8110 and HB 1700 which aims to empower and protect the OFWs.     Ads      Sponsored Links      The House of Representatives has approved on second reading two measures aimed at empowering and protecting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).  In a statement by Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera-Dy, she said that the Congress approved House Bill (HB) No. 8110, which proposes a standard handbook on the rights and responsibilities of OFWs, and House Bill 1700, granting OFWs the right to equal protection on money claims.  Under HB 8110, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) is mandated to develop, publish, disseminate, and update a handbook on the rights and responsibilities of migrant workers.  They shall also be the lead agency in implementing an intensified program against illegal recruitment activities.  The bill also provides that the handbook shall be written in words that can be easily understood, with translation in the local language as may be necessary.  On the other hand, HB 1700 is seeking to amend Republic Act No. 8042, or the “Migrant Workers and Filipino Migrants Act of 1995”, by removing the clause "or for three months for every year of the unexpired term whichever is less" found on the fifth paragraph of Section 10 of the law which refers to money claims for the unexpired portion of a migrant worker's contract.  Under the measure, a worker shall be entitled to the full reimbursement of his placement fee and deduction made with interest at 12% per annum in case of termination of overseas employment without just, valid or authorized cause as defined by law or contract, or any unauthorized deduction from the migrant worker’s salary.  Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, remittances, economy, abuse, maltreatment, household service workers, HB 8110, HB 1700, House Of Representatives, OFW, HSW

Natural remedies have long been used in the Arab world to treat a range of health issues, including these seeds and herbs that are thought to have various benefits. Unlike synthetic drugs that could damage your liver in the long run, herbal medicines can cure illnesses without damaging your internal organs.        Ads    </  Sponsored Links      Black cumin seed According to Islamic tradition, the black cumin seed is a powerhouse of health benefits. It is thought to help with immune-related, digestive and respiratory issues and has antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidant properties.  Cloves Cloves and clove oil have been used in dentistry since as early as the 19th century. It is known to contain antiseptic and anti-inflammatory chemical eugenol.  Turmeric Turmeric contains the chemical curcumin that is thought to decrease inflammation in the body.  Thyme Thyme has been used for centuries to treat such medical conditions as diarrhea, stomach ache, arthritis and sore throats due to the presence of thymol, an antiseptic agent.  Fennel seeds A concentrated source of minerals like copper, potassium, calcium, zinc, manganese, vitamin c, iron, selenium and magnesium, fennel is thought to do everything like regulating blood pressure and easing water retention as it’s a known diuretic.  Anise Anise oil contains thymol, terpineol, and anethole, which are known remedies for a cough and flu cases. Anise is also known to help improve digestion, alleviate cramps and reduce nausea.   Filed under the category of Natural remedies, Arab, health issues, seeds and herbs, synthetic drugs, herbal medicines, a cure.
Many Filipinos especially those in the remote areas of the country.   They can only avail of medical attention once in a blue moon through medical missions coming from non-government organizations (NGO's) and other health advocacy groups. Instances also happen where citizens, even at the heart of the city suffer illnesses and just succumb to their deaths without having treated due to expensive medications and hospitalization. Soon, all Filipinos will have access to free health services including the families of the overseas Filipino workers (OFW).   This situation is about to change as the new universal health bill was already approved and soon to be enacted as a law. The Senate passed on third and final reading a bill that seeks to provide adequate health care services to Filipinos. The senators unanimously voted for the approval of Senate Bill #1986 also known as the "Universal Health Care Bill."   President Rodrigo Duterte wanted it to be certified urgent and called for the proposed measure's passage at the Senate.       Ads     Sponsored Links     With this law being enacted, Filipinos will be given health care coverage and benefits under the National Health Security Program, which replaces the National Health Insurance Program or Philhealth.  Under the universal health care law, "contributors" or those who have the capacity to pay will have to pay for their premiums while the government will shoulder the contributions of non-contributors. Funds for the subsidy will be included in the annual General Appropriations Act as well as sin taxes from cigarettes will also be a major source of funding for the policy.  Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, who authored the bill when he was still a party-list representative, thanked the Senate for passing what he considers to be a "groundbreaking" law.  The House of Representative had previously passed a version of the bill (House Bill No 5784) in September 2017.     The President's move in certifying the bill as urgent shows the administration's "unrelenting commitment to provide the marginalized and disadvantaged with sufficient and better health care services," Roque said.  Filed under the category of Filipinos, non-government organizations (NGO's), health advocacy groups,  free health services,  universal health bill, Senate, Universal Health Care Bill,  President Rodrigo Duterte

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
Two Bills For OFWS: HB 8110 And HB 1700 Now Approved In Congress
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

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

Important Updates You Need To Know About OWWA E-Card

The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.
The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad. 

The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.  The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad.       Ads     Sponsored Links  On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.    The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".  For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.    A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.    You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.    Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad

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On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.
The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.  The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad.       Ads     Sponsored Links  On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.    The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".  For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.    A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.    You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.    Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad
The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".
For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.
The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.  The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad.       Ads     Sponsored Links  On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.    The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".  For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.    A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.    You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.    Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad
A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.
The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.  The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad.       Ads     Sponsored Links  On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.    The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".  For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.    A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.    You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.    Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad
You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.
The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.  The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad.       Ads     Sponsored Links  On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.    The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".  For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.    A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.    You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.    Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad
You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.
The new OFW e-Card from Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) has started its pilot test launch yesterday.  The OWWA OFW e-Card is now available for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) with an existing contract who went back to their home country and are returning to the same employers abroad.       Ads     Sponsored Links  On a social media post made by OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac, he invites every OFW to visit the OWWA official website and participate in the pilot test launching of the OWWA e-Card.    The e-Card is now on its Phase 1 which means that the card is now available only for "balik-manggagawa".  For the OFWs to avail the card, all they have to do is to visit the site and click the OWWA e-Card banner.    A new window will open, an online application form where you will be asked to enter your personal information. Note that you need to have a valid OEC or exemption number in order to proceed with the application and you must be an active OWWA member.    You need to provide your full name, date of birth, contact number, passport number, your valid OEC/exemption number and where do you prefer to pick-up your OWWA OFW e-Card. After completely filling up the form correctly, click on "accept data privacy policy" and submit the application.    You can also track the delivery status of your e-card by clicking the banner as shown above. The site will provide a tracking number for you once your application is completed. You can use it for tracking your card delivery or you can simply key-in your passport number and your birth date.    Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad
Filed under the category of OFW e-Card, Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA),   overseas Filipino workers (OFWs),  employers abroad
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The overseas Filipino workers (OFW) helps the economy by the remittances they send to their family which is spent on their daily needs making local commerce move. In spite of the help they give to the economy, OFWs are often vulnerable to abuse and maltreatment abroad especially those who are deployed as household service workers (HSW). Due to lack or very little knowledge about their rights, many OFWs needs equipping and protection.  Recently, two pro-OFW bills were already approved in the House Of Representatives: HB 8110 and HB 1700 which aims to empower and protect the OFWs.     Ads      Sponsored Links      The House of Representatives has approved on second reading two measures aimed at empowering and protecting overseas Filipino workers (OFWs).  In a statement by Bagong Henerasyon Party-list Rep. Bernadette Herrera-Dy, she said that the Congress approved House Bill (HB) No. 8110, which proposes a standard handbook on the rights and responsibilities of OFWs, and House Bill 1700, granting OFWs the right to equal protection on money claims.  Under HB 8110, the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) is mandated to develop, publish, disseminate, and update a handbook on the rights and responsibilities of migrant workers.  They shall also be the lead agency in implementing an intensified program against illegal recruitment activities.  The bill also provides that the handbook shall be written in words that can be easily understood, with translation in the local language as may be necessary.  On the other hand, HB 1700 is seeking to amend Republic Act No. 8042, or the “Migrant Workers and Filipino Migrants Act of 1995”, by removing the clause "or for three months for every year of the unexpired term whichever is less" found on the fifth paragraph of Section 10 of the law which refers to money claims for the unexpired portion of a migrant worker's contract.  Under the measure, a worker shall be entitled to the full reimbursement of his placement fee and deduction made with interest at 12% per annum in case of termination of overseas employment without just, valid or authorized cause as defined by law or contract, or any unauthorized deduction from the migrant worker’s salary.  Filed under the category of overseas Filipino workers, remittances, economy, abuse, maltreatment, household service workers, HB 8110, HB 1700, House Of Representatives, OFW, HSW

Natural remedies have long been used in the Arab world to treat a range of health issues, including these seeds and herbs that are thought to have various benefits. Unlike synthetic drugs that could damage your liver in the long run, herbal medicines can cure illnesses without damaging your internal organs.        Ads    </  Sponsored Links      Black cumin seed According to Islamic tradition, the black cumin seed is a powerhouse of health benefits. It is thought to help with immune-related, digestive and respiratory issues and has antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, and anti-oxidant properties.  Cloves Cloves and clove oil have been used in dentistry since as early as the 19th century. It is known to contain antiseptic and anti-inflammatory chemical eugenol.  Turmeric Turmeric contains the chemical curcumin that is thought to decrease inflammation in the body.  Thyme Thyme has been used for centuries to treat such medical conditions as diarrhea, stomach ache, arthritis and sore throats due to the presence of thymol, an antiseptic agent.  Fennel seeds A concentrated source of minerals like copper, potassium, calcium, zinc, manganese, vitamin c, iron, selenium and magnesium, fennel is thought to do everything like regulating blood pressure and easing water retention as it’s a known diuretic.  Anise Anise oil contains thymol, terpineol, and anethole, which are known remedies for a cough and flu cases. Anise is also known to help improve digestion, alleviate cramps and reduce nausea.   Filed under the category of Natural remedies, Arab, health issues, seeds and herbs, synthetic drugs, herbal medicines, a cure.
Many Filipinos especially those in the remote areas of the country.   They can only avail of medical attention once in a blue moon through medical missions coming from non-government organizations (NGO's) and other health advocacy groups. Instances also happen where citizens, even at the heart of the city suffer illnesses and just succumb to their deaths without having treated due to expensive medications and hospitalization. Soon, all Filipinos will have access to free health services including the families of the overseas Filipino workers (OFW).   This situation is about to change as the new universal health bill was already approved and soon to be enacted as a law. The Senate passed on third and final reading a bill that seeks to provide adequate health care services to Filipinos. The senators unanimously voted for the approval of Senate Bill #1986 also known as the "Universal Health Care Bill."   President Rodrigo Duterte wanted it to be certified urgent and called for the proposed measure's passage at the Senate.       Ads     Sponsored Links     With this law being enacted, Filipinos will be given health care coverage and benefits under the National Health Security Program, which replaces the National Health Insurance Program or Philhealth.  Under the universal health care law, "contributors" or those who have the capacity to pay will have to pay for their premiums while the government will shoulder the contributions of non-contributors. Funds for the subsidy will be included in the annual General Appropriations Act as well as sin taxes from cigarettes will also be a major source of funding for the policy.  Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque, who authored the bill when he was still a party-list representative, thanked the Senate for passing what he considers to be a "groundbreaking" law.  The House of Representative had previously passed a version of the bill (House Bill No 5784) in September 2017.     The President's move in certifying the bill as urgent shows the administration's "unrelenting commitment to provide the marginalized and disadvantaged with sufficient and better health care services," Roque said.  Filed under the category of Filipinos, non-government organizations (NGO's), health advocacy groups,  free health services,  universal health bill, Senate, Universal Health Care Bill,  President Rodrigo Duterte

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
Two Bills For OFWS: HB 8110 And HB 1700 Now Approved In Congress
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

Monday, December 11, 2017

This OFW App Provides First Aid Info, Language Tutorial and How to Avoid Fake Recruiters


Good news to all the OFW, a new web based app has been recently launch aiming to help OFW. This provides first aid info, basic tutorial on certain languages, as well as information on how to avoid fake recruiters.
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The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) urges every Overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and their families to download the OFW Watch app.

This mobile app also enables to connect with OFWs in distress, especially those calling for help, anywhere in the world, anytime of the day, via mobile.

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“It is a one click process of asking ‘help’, data sharing, and other means of internet applications made easy via mobile phones,” OWWA Administrator Hans Leo Cacdac said.

“The OFW Watch immensely contributed change to the mindset of  our `kababayans’ working abroad that they have somebody by their side at all times,” he added.

The  brains behind the  successful Android mobile phone application service intended for OFW community  is a former OFW, Myrna Padilla.

You can download the OFW Watch app from the Google PlayStore.
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Sunday, March 26, 2017

Thousands of Displaced OFWs from Saudi Joined Livelihood and Job Fair




A job and livelihood fair for the OFWS conducted by DOLE/OWWA will be held on March 28 at the Occupational Safety and Health Center (OSHC) auditorium in North Avenue cor. Agham Road, Diliman, Quezon City.
Location map below:

The fair will be dedicated to the OFWs who were repatriated and retrenched from Saudi Arabia  particularly those from the National Capital Region (NCR), Central and Southern Luzon.
The OFWs from the following companies are expected to attend the Fair:

Mohammed al-Mojil Group (MMG), 

Saudi Bin La­den Group of Companies (SBG),
 Saudi Oger Ltd. (SOL), 

Mohammad Hameed Al-Bargash&Bros. Trading& Construction, 

Aluminum Company (ALUMCO L.L.C.),

 Rajeh H. Al Merri Contracting & Trading Company,
 
Fawzi Salah-Al Nairani Contracting Company, 

Arabtec Construction L.L.C. at Real Estate ­Development and Investment Company.

According to OWWA, there will be a pre-registration of participants that is said to be an advantage to the pre-registrants who will be able to submit  their credentials prior to the fair. 
To pre-register, go to philjobnet.gov.ph. and follow the simple  registration steps.

Or they can visit the following offices personally: 

OWWA Central Office at OWWA Center 
7th St. corner F.B Harrison, Pasay City 

DOLE Assist Well ­Center POEA, 
EDSA corner ­Ortigas Avenue, Mandaluyong City 

National Reintegration Center for OFWs (NRCO), Blas F. Ople Building, ­Solana corner Victoria St., ­Intramuros, Manila 

Public Employment and the Service Office (PESO)-Local Government Units PESO-LGUs) in NCR, Region 3 and Region 4-A


However, walk-in OFW applicants will also be accommodated  during the event with the  participation of 20 overseas and 15 local employment agencies that will be rendering their services to help the OFWs find jobs locally and abroad.
Those who registered in advance are advised to bring their stubs along with their resumé, certificate of training, diploma, transcript of records, certificate of employment, valid passport and 1x1 or 2x2 ID photos.

There will also be sessions for OFWs who want to 
acquire entrepreneurship skills. Interested OFWs may register and attend the following sessions:

Financial awareness

Small business enterprise 

Franchising 

 Agricultural enterprise


UPDATE: OWWA Admin Hans Cacdac at the OWWA/DOLE Job and livelihood fair.

Source: AbanteNewsOnline, ManilaBulletin



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An OFW was beaten to death by a group of foreigners  in Quezon City. The incident was caught on the cross circuit television (CCTV) camera. In the CCTV video, a mob of  guys was seen beating one man while a lady was also seen  trying appeasing them. The guy was known to be an OFW named Gino Basas. Basas even tried to walk away but the mob pursued him and  continue beating him until he was down on the pavement. Three more  guys came and helped with beating the OFW while the ladies continued trying to stop them.   A resident named "Lola Nene" said in an ABS-CBN exclusive interview, that they had been awaken by loud shouting from the outside saying "tama na". After a few minutes, some guys came and helped the victim to try to get up. They carried the victim and brought it to the nearest hospital using a parked car in the area but the victim died in the hospital sooner. Lola Nene said that the mob that attacked the victim cannot be less than 10 people and are all foreigners, probably Chinese nationals. The authorities are collecting more CCTV footages that may lead to the arrest of the suspects and to determine what may be the cause of the problem that led to the beating of the victim to death. RECOMMENDED  BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!  RELOCATING NAIA  THE HORROR AND TERROR OF BEING A HOUSEMAID IN SAUDI ARABIA  DUTERTE WARNING  NEW BAGGAGE RULES FOR DUBAI AIRPORT    HUGE FISH SIGHTINGS
An OFW was beaten to death by a group of foreigners  in Quezon City. The incident was caught on the cross circuit television (CCTV) camera. In the CCTV video, a mob of  guys was seen beating one man while a lady was also seen  trying appeasing them. The guy was known to be an OFW named Gino Basas. Basas even tried to walk away but the mob pursued him and  continue beating him until he was down on the pavement. Three more  guys came and helped with beating the OFW while the ladies continued trying to stop them.

Why OFWs Remain in Neck-deep Debts After Years Of Working Abroad?
From beginning to the end, the real life of OFWs are colorful indeed.  To work outside the country, they invest too much, spend a lot. They start making loans for the processing of their needed documents to work abroad.  From application until they can actually leave the country, they spend big sum of money for it.  But after they were being able to finally work abroad, the story did not just end there. More often than not, the big sum of cash  they used to pay the recruitment agency fees cause them to suffer from indebtedness.  They were being charged and burdened with too much fees, which are not even compliant with the law. Because of their eagerness to work overseas, they immerse themselves to high interest loans for the sake of working abroad. The recruitment agencies play a big role why the OFWs are suffering from neck-deep debts. Even some licensed agencies, they freely exploit the vulnerability of the OFWs. Due to their greed to collect more cash from every OFWs that they deploy, it results to making the life of OFWs more miserable by burying them in debts.  The result of high fees collected by the agencies can even last even the OFWs have been deployed abroad. Some employers deduct it to their salaries for a number of months, leaving the OFWs broke when their much awaited salary comes.  But it doesn't end there. Some of these agencies conspire with their counterpart agencies to urge the foreign employers to cut the salary of the poor OFWs in their favor. That is of course, beyond the expectation of the OFWs.   Even before they leave, the promised salary is already computed and allocated. They have already planned how much they are going to send to their family back home. If the employer would cut the amount of the salary they are expecting to receive, the planned remittance will surely suffer, it includes the loans that they promised to be paid immediately on time when they finally work abroad.  There is such a situation that their family in the Philippines carry the burden of paying for these loans made by the OFW. For example. An OFW father that has found a mistress, which is a fellow OFW, who turned his back  to his family  and to his obligations to pay his loans made for the recruitment fees. The result, the poor family back home, aside from not receiving any remittance, they will be the ones who are obliged to pay the loans made by the OFW, adding weight to the emotional burden they already had aside from their daily needs.      Read: Common Money Mistakes Why Ofws remain Broke After Years Of Working Abroad   Source: Bandera/inquirer.net NATIONAL PORTAL AND NATIONAL BROADBAND PLAN TO  SPEED UP INTERNET SERVICES IN THE PHILIPPINES  NATIONWIDE SMOKING BAN SIGNED BY PRESIDENT DUTERTE   EMIRATES ID CAN NOW BE USED AS HEALTH INSURANCE CARD  TODAY'S NEWS THAT WILL REVIVE YOUR TRUST TO THE PHIL GOVERNMENT  BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!  RELOCATING NAIA  THE HORROR AND TERROR OF BEING A HOUSEMAID IN SAUDI ARABIA  DUTERTE WARNING  NEW BAGGAGE RULES FOR DUBAI AIRPORT    HUGE FISH SIGHTINGS

From beginning to the end, the real life of OFWs are colorful indeed. To work outside the country, they invest too much, spend a lot. They start making loans for the processing of their needed documents to work abroad.


NATIONAL PORTAL AND NATIONAL BROADBAND PLAN TO  SPEED UP INTERNET SERVICES IN THE PHILIPPINES
In a Facebook post of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, he said that after a presentation made by Dept. of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Rodolfo Salalima, Pres. Duterte emphasized the need for faster communications in the country.Pres. Duterte earlier said he would like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) "to develop a national broadband plan to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics cables and wireless technologies to improve internet speed." As a response to the President's SONA statement, Salalima presented the  DICT's national broadband plan that aims to push for free WiFi access to more areas in the countryside. 

Good news to the Filipinos whose business and livelihood rely on good and fast internet connection such as stocks trading and online marketing. President Rodrigo Duterte  has already approved the establishment of  the National Government Portal and a National Broadband Plan during the 13th Cabinet Meeting in Malacañang today. In a facebook post of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, he said that after a presentation made by Dept. of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Rodolfo Salalima, Pres. Duterte emphasized the need for faster communications in the country. Pres. Duterte earlier said he would like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) "to develop a national broadband plan to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics cables and wireless technologies to improve internet speed." As a response to the President's SONA statement, Salalima presented the  DICT's national broadband plan that aims to push for free WiFi access to more areas in the countryside.  The broadband program has been in the work since former President Gloria Arroyo but due to allegations of corruption and illegality, Mrs. Arroyo cancelled the US$329 million National Broadband Network (NBN) deal with China's ZTE Corp.just 6 months after she signed it in April 2007.  Fast internet connection benefits not only those who are on internet business and online business but even our over 10 million OFWs around the world and their families in the Philippines. When the era of snail mails, voice tapes and telegram  and the internet age started, communications with their loved one back home can be much easier. But with the Philippines being at #43 on the latest internet speed ranks, something is telling us that improvement has to made.                RECOMMENDED  BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!  RELOCATING NAIA  THE HORROR AND TERROR OF BEING A HOUSEMAID IN SAUDI ARABIA  DUTERTE WARNING  NEW BAGGAGE RULES FOR DUBAI AIRPORT    HUGE FISH SIGHTINGS

NATIONWIDE SMOKING BAN SIGNED BY PRESIDENT DUTERTE
In January, Health Secretary Paulyn Ubial said that President Duterte had asked her to draft the executive order similar to what had been implemented in Davao City when he was a mayor, it is the "100% smoke-free environment in public places."Today, a text message from Sec. Manny Piñol to ABS-CBN News confirmed that President Duterte will sign an Executive Order to ban smoking in public places as drafted by the Department of Health (DOH).

If you know someone who is sick, had an accident  or relatives of an employee who died while on duty, you can help them and their families  by sharing them how to claim their benefits from the government through Employment Compensation Commission.  Here are the steps on claiming the Employee Compensation for private employees.        Step 1. Prepare the following documents:  Certificate of Employment- stating  the actual duties and responsibilities of the employee at the time of his sickness or accident.  EC Log Book- certified true copy of the page containing the particular sickness or accident that happened to the employee.  Medical Findings- should come from  the attending doctor the hospital where the employee was admitted.     Step 2. Gather the additional documents if the employee is;  1. Got sick: Request your company to provide  pre-employment medical check -up or  Fit-To-Work certification at the time that you first got hired . Also attach Medical Records from your company.  2. In case of accident: Provide an Accident report if the accident happened within the company or work premises. Police report if it happened outside the company premises (i.e. employee's residence etc.)  3 In case of Death:  Bring the Death Certificate, Medical Records and accident report of the employee. If married, bring the Marriage Certificate and the Birth Certificate of his children below 21 years of age.      FINAL ENTRY HERE, LINKS OTHERS   Step 3.  Gather all the requirements together and submit it to the nearest SSS office. Wait for the SSS decision,if approved, you will receive a notice and a cheque from the SSS. If denied, ask for a written denial letter from SSS and file a motion for reconsideration and submit it to the SSS Main office. In case that the motion is  not approved, write a letter of appeal and send it to ECC and wait for their decision.      Contact ECC Office at ECC Building, 355 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave, Makati, 1209 Metro ManilaPhone:(02) 899 4251 Recommended: NATIONAL PORTAL AND NATIONAL BROADBAND PLAN TO  SPEED UP INTERNET SERVICES IN THE PHILIPPINES In a Facebook post of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, he said that after a presentation made by Dept. of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Rodolfo Salalima, Pres. Duterte emphasized the need for faster communications in the country.Pres. Duterte earlier said he would like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) "to develop a national broadband plan to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics cables and wireless technologies to improve internet speed." As a response to the President's SONA statement, Salalima presented the  DICT's national broadband plan that aims to push for free WiFi access to more areas in the countryside.   Read more: http://www.jbsolis.com/2017/03/president-rodrigo-duterte-approved.html#ixzz4bC6eQr5N Good news to the Filipinos whose business and livelihood rely on good and fast internet connection such as stocks trading and online marketing. President Rodrigo Duterte  has already approved the establishment of  the National Government Portal and a National Broadband Plan during the 13th Cabinet Meeting in Malacañang today. In a facebook post of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, he said that after a presentation made by Dept. of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Rodolfo Salalima, Pres. Duterte emphasized the need for faster communications in the country. Pres. Duterte earlier said he would like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) "to develop a national broadband plan to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics cables and wireless technologies to improve internet speed." As a response to the President's SONA statement, Salalima presented the  DICT's national broadband plan that aims to push for free WiFi access to more areas in the countryside.  The broadband program has been in the work since former President Gloria Arroyo but due to allegations of corruption and illegality, Mrs. Arroyo cancelled the US$329 million National Broadband Network (NBN) deal with China's ZTE Corp.just 6 months after she signed it in April 2007.  Fast internet connection benefits not only those who are on internet business and online business but even our over 10 million OFWs around the world and their families in the Philippines. When the era of snail mails, voice tapes and telegram  and the internet age started, communications with their loved one back home can be much easier. But with the Philippines being at #43 on the latest internet speed ranks, something is telling us that improvement has to made.                RECOMMENDED  BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!  RELOCATING NAIA  THE HORROR AND TERROR OF BEING A HOUSEMAID IN SAUDI ARABIA  DUTERTE WARNING  NEW BAGGAGE RULES FOR DUBAI AIRPORT    HUGE FISH SIGHTINGS    NATIONWIDE SMOKING BAN SIGNED BY PRESIDENT DUTERTE In January, Health Secretary Paulyn Ubial said that President Duterte had asked her to draft the executive order similar to what had been implemented in Davao City when he was a mayor, it is the "100% smoke-free environment in public places."Today, a text message from Sec. Manny Piñol to ABS-CBN News confirmed that President Duterte will sign an Executive Order to ban smoking in public places as drafted by the Department of Health (DOH).  Read more: http://www.jbsolis.com/2017/03/executive-order-for-nationwide-smoking.html#ixzz4bC77ijSR   EMIRATES ID CAN NOW BE USED AS HEALTH INSURANCE CARD  TODAY'S NEWS THAT WILL REVIVE YOUR TRUST TO THE PHIL GOVERNMENT  BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!  RELOCATING NAIA  THE HORROR AND TERROR OF BEING A HOUSEMAID IN SAUDI ARABIA  DUTERTE WARNING  NEW BAGGAGE RULES FOR DUBAI AIRPORT    HUGE FISH SIGHTINGS

How to File Employment Compensation for Private Workers
If you know someone who is sick, had an accident  or relatives of an employee who died while on duty, you can help them and their families  by sharing them how to claim their benefits from the government through Employment Compensation Commission.
If you know someone who is sick, had an accident  or relatives of an employee who died while on duty, you can help them and their families  by sharing them how to claim their benefits from the government through Employment Compensation Commission.  Here are the steps on claiming the Employee Compensation for private employees.        Step 1. Prepare the following documents:  Certificate of Employment- stating  the actual duties and responsibilities of the employee at the time of his sickness or accident.  EC Log Book- certified true copy of the page containing the particular sickness or accident that happened to the employee.  Medical Findings- should come from  the attending doctor the hospital where the employee was admitted.     Step 2. Gather the additional documents if the employee is;  1. Got sick: Request your company to provide  pre-employment medical check -up or  Fit-To-Work certification at the time that you first got hired . Also attach Medical Records from your company.  2. In case of accident: Provide an Accident report if the accident happened within the company or work premises. Police report if it happened outside the company premises (i.e. employee's residence etc.)  3 In case of Death:  Bring the Death Certificate, Medical Records and accident report of the employee. If married, bring the Marriage Certificate and the Birth Certificate of his children below 21 years of age.      FINAL ENTRY HERE, LINKS OTHERS   Step 3.  Gather all the requirements together and submit it to the nearest SSS office. Wait for the SSS decision,if approved, you will receive a notice and a cheque from the SSS. If denied, ask for a written denial letter from SSS and file a motion for reconsideration and submit it to the SSS Main office. In case that the motion is  not approved, write a letter of appeal and send it to ECC and wait for their decision.      Contact ECC Office at ECC Building, 355 Sen. Gil J. Puyat Ave, Makati, 1209 Metro ManilaPhone:(02) 899 4251 Recommended: NATIONAL PORTAL AND NATIONAL BROADBAND PLAN TO  SPEED UP INTERNET SERVICES IN THE PHILIPPINES In a Facebook post of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, he said that after a presentation made by Dept. of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Rodolfo Salalima, Pres. Duterte emphasized the need for faster communications in the country.Pres. Duterte earlier said he would like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) "to develop a national broadband plan to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics cables and wireless technologies to improve internet speed." As a response to the President's SONA statement, Salalima presented the  DICT's national broadband plan that aims to push for free WiFi access to more areas in the countryside.   Read more: http://www.jbsolis.com/2017/03/president-rodrigo-duterte-approved.html#ixzz4bC6eQr5N Good news to the Filipinos whose business and livelihood rely on good and fast internet connection such as stocks trading and online marketing. President Rodrigo Duterte  has already approved the establishment of  the National Government Portal and a National Broadband Plan during the 13th Cabinet Meeting in Malacañang today. In a facebook post of Agriculture Secretary Manny Piñol, he said that after a presentation made by Dept. of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) Secretary Rodolfo Salalima, Pres. Duterte emphasized the need for faster communications in the country. Pres. Duterte earlier said he would like the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) "to develop a national broadband plan to accelerate the deployment of fiber optics cables and wireless technologies to improve internet speed." As a response to the President's SONA statement, Salalima presented the  DICT's national broadband plan that aims to push for free WiFi access to more areas in the countryside.  The broadband program has been in the work since former President Gloria Arroyo but due to allegations of corruption and illegality, Mrs. Arroyo cancelled the US$329 million National Broadband Network (NBN) deal with China's ZTE Corp.just 6 months after she signed it in April 2007.  Fast internet connection benefits not only those who are on internet business and online business but even our over 10 million OFWs around the world and their families in the Philippines. When the era of snail mails, voice tapes and telegram  and the internet age started, communications with their loved one back home can be much easier. But with the Philippines being at #43 on the latest internet speed ranks, something is telling us that improvement has to made.                RECOMMENDED  BEWARE OF SCAMMERS!  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Requirements and Fees for Reduced Travel Tax for OFW Dependents

What is a travel tax?
According to TIEZA ( Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority), it is a levy imposed by the Philippine government on individuals who are leaving the Philippines, as provided for by Presidential Decree (PD) 1183. 

A full travel tax for first class passenger is PhP2,700.00 and PhP1,620.00 for economy class. For an average Filipino like me, it’s quite pricey. Overseas Filipino Workers, diplomats and airline crew members are exempted from paying travel tax before but now, travel tax for OFWs are included in their air ticket prize and can be refunded later at the refund counter at NAIA.

However, OFW dependents can apply for  standard reduced travel tax. Children or Minors from 2 years and one (1) day to 12th birthday on date of travel.

Accredited Filipino journalist whose travel is in pursuit of journalistic assignment and 
If you will travel anywhere in the world from the Philippines, you must be aware about the travel tax that you need to settle before your flight.  What is a travel tax? According to TIEZA ( Tourism Infrastructure and Enterprise Zone Authority), it is a levy imposed by the Philippine government on individuals who are leaving the Philippines, as provided for by Presidential Decree (PD) 1183.   A full travel tax for first class passenger is PhP2,700.00 and PhP1,620.00 for economy class. For an average Filipino like me, it’s quite pricey. Overseas Filipino Workers, diplomats and airline crew members are exempted from paying travel tax before but now, travel tax for OFWs are included in their air ticket prize and can be refunded later at the refund counter at NAIA.  However, OFW dependents can apply for  standard reduced travel tax. Children or Minors from 2 years and one (1) day to 12th birthday on date of travel.  Accredited Filipino journalist whose travel is in pursuit of journalistic assignment and   those authorized by the President of the Republic of the Philippines for reasons of national interest, are also entitled to avail the reduced travel tax.           For privileged reduce travel tax, the legitimate spouse and unmarried children (below 21 years old) of the OFWs are qualified to avail.   How much can you save if you avail of the reduced travel tax?  A full travel tax for first class passenger is PhP2,700.00 and PhP1,620.00 for economy class. Paying it in full can be costly. With the reduced travel tax policy, your travel tax has been cut roughly by 50 percent for the standard reduced rate and further lower  for the privileged reduce rate.  How much is the Reduced Travel Tax?  First Class Economy Standard Reduced Rate P1,350.00 P810.00 Privileged Reduced Rate    P400.00 P300.00  Image from TIEZA