A total of 837 Filipino seafarers affected by security incidents in the Strait of Hormuz and Northern Black Sea have been repatriated since the start of the year.
This is according to Department of Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac, who issued the statement on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Based on DMW data, the 837 Filipinos constitute less than half of the 1189 Filipino seafarers aboard vessels who have been impacted in those two areas since January.
Cacdac said the DMW continues to ensure assistance for those who remain overseas.
"The DMW continues to monitor developments in high-risk maritime areas and to coordinate with relevant government agencies, shipowners, and licensed manning agencies to safeguard Filipino seafarers and uphold their safety and welfare," the DMW said.
