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DMW ready with contingency plan for OFWs in Taiwan

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April 5, 2025

The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) said it is ready to set in motion a contingency plan to keep overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Taiwan safe amid an escalation of tension due to Chinese activities in the self-ruled island.

- By MARTIN SADONGDONG

DMW Secretary Hans Cacdac said he has “coordinated with the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) in Taiwan, functioning as a de facto embassy and headed by Chairperson and Resident Representative Cheloy Garafil, to ensure the safety of the OFWs.

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