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Former senator Francis Tolentino returns to government as acting DOLE secretary, stepping into one of the Marcos administration’s most politically sensitive posts amid rising wage demands, inflation pressures and growing concerns over overseas Filipino workers and regional employment disparities.Continue Reading
A distant war is becoming a daily burden. Here’s how the US–Iran conflict is pushing up fuel, food, and living costs for Filipinos.Continue Reading
Conflict involving Iran could ripple across the global economy. For the Philippines, the biggest risks include higher fuel prices, inflation, and potential disruptions affecting overseas Filipino workers in the Middle East.Continue Reading
The Department of Migrant Workers says over 24,000 OFWs from the Zamboanga Peninsula are affected by tensions in the Middle East, though none have been reported harmed. Meanwhile, 299 Filipinos have returned home safely and are receiving government assistance.Continue Reading
