Marcos allocates P3B more for repatriation of OFWs

MANILA, Philippines —President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has approved an additional P3 billion to strengthen the government’s repatriation and reintegration program for overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) displaced by the conflict in the Middle East. In a statement, Executive Secretary Ralph Recto said the additional funding will cover the entire repatriation process which includes pre-departure assistance, flights, and reintegration support for returning workers. “War or not, there ar