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DMW to KSA OFWs: Don’t post unverified info on social media

Sun Star 13 Oct 2026
THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, ... On Monday, the DMW said a total of 161 OFWs were stranded following the Saudi airport attacks after several flights were canceled.
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DMW: No deployment ban for Saudi-bound OFWs

Sun Star 12 Oct 2026
THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) clarified on Monday, October 12, 2026, that no deployment ban is in effect for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) heading to Saudi Arabia.
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DMW, OWWA assist 94 OFWs diverted from Riyadh to Jeddah

The Philadelphia Inquirer 12 Oct 2026
The DMW is helping them rebook their tickets and providing food, transportation, and temporary accommodation.
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Riyadh Airport Attack: Three Filipinos in ICU, DMW Provides Emergency Helplines

Gulf News 11 Oct 2026
mwo_riyadh@dmw.gov.phOWWA Riyadh ... mwo_jeddah@dmw.gov.phOWWA Jeddah ... mwo_alkhobar@dmw.gov.phOWWA Al Khobar ... seabased.asec@dmw.gov.phOFW Welfare Monitoring System. owms@dmw.gov.phSea-Based Accreditation Bureau. sbhighrisk@dmw.gov.ph .
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DMW, NCMH strengthen mental health support for OFWs

The Philadelphia Inquirer 05 Oct 2026
The NCMH said it continues to work with the DMW, DMW–OFW Hospital, SIGLA Wellness Centers and other partner agencies to make mental health ...
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DMW eyes legal action after Germany bus crash kills 2 OFWs

Sun Star 02 Oct 2026
THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is coordinating with German authorities on possible legal action against the operators and driver of a bus involved in a crash in Bavaria that killed two overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) and injured 31 others.
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DMW prepares criminal, civil cases over Germany bus crash

The Philippine Star 02 Oct 2026
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is preparing criminal and civil charges against two drivers and the Milan-based operator of a bus that crashed in Bavaria, Germany, killing two Filipinos and injuring 31 others ....
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DMW ready to aid OFWs hit by Thailand flooding

Sun Star 29 Sep 2026
FOLLOWING the torrential rains and massive flooding in Bangkok, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) has declared its readiness to provide assistance to any adversely affected overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Thailand.
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DMW prepares reintegration program for Mary Jane Veloso after pardon

Sun Star 26 Sep 2026
THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is preparing a comprehensive reintegration program for former overseas Filipino worker (OFW) Mary Jane Veloso and her family following the grant of an absolute pardon by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.
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DMW must stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Mary Jane — Cacdac

The Manila Times 26 Sep 2026
MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) is preparing comprehensive reintegration assistance for Mary Jane Veloso following President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s grant of an absolute pardon, Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo J.
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Go seeks adequate DMW funds for OFW assistance

The Manila Times 25 Sep 2026
Bong Go has called for adequate funding for the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) in 2027 to ensure continued assistance to overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) facing emergencies, particularly those in conflict areas.
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40 Filipino seafarers safe after Singapore Strait collision, DMW readies repatriation

Khaleejtimes 25 Sep 2026
In an interview with reporters on Thursday, DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac told reporters that the Philippine government is preparing emergency repatriations of Filipino sailors of the Panamanian ship First Margaux ... DMW Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac.
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Filipinos in Riyadh unharmed after Yemeni Houthi missile attacks – DMW

The Philadelphia Inquirer 21 Sep 2026
... Filipinos were harmed in the missile attacks in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said Monday morning.
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DMW: Pinoys�unharmed�in Riyadh explosions

The Philippine Star 21 Sep 2026
No Filipinos were affected by recent explosions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the Department of Migrant Workers said yesterday ....
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DMW seeks budget increase amid global tensions

The Philadelphia Inquirer 21 Sep 2026
Cacdac made the appeal during the DMW and Overseas Workers Welfare Administration’s (OWWA) budget hearing before the Senate finance subcommittee.
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