In light of the escalating tensions in the Middle East, the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA) are on heightened alert, reaffirming their commitment to the safety and welfare of Filipino Overseas Workers (OFWs) and their families in the region.
Both agencies are actively monitoring the situation and have issued a reminder of the readily available emergency hotlines and support channels for OFWs who may be affected or require immediate assistance.
“Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of our countrymen abroad,” stated a DMW representative. “We want to assure our OFWs and their families that they are not alone. The DMW and OWWA, in close coordination with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) and the Department of National Defense (DND), are continuously monitoring developments and are prepared to provide necessary assistance.”
For immediate help or information, OFWs and their families are urged to utilize the following Middle East Emergency Hotlines:
24/7 DMW-OWWA Hotline:
Within the Philippines: 1348
If abroad: +63 2 1348
Viber / WhatsApp (Call or Text):
+63 908 326 8344
+63 927 147 8186
+63 920 517 1059
Furthermore, dedicated hotlines for Philippine Embassies and Migrant Workers’ Offices (MWO) in key countries are also provided:
ISRAEL:
Embassy in Tel Aviv: +972 54 466 1188
MWO: +972 50 762 2590
OWO: +972 50 715 6937
LEBANON:
Embassy in Beirut: +961 70 858 086
MWO: +961 79 110 729
JORDAN:
Embassy in Amman: +962 7 7907 7775 ; +962 7 7721 9000
MWO: +962 7 8149 1183 / +962 7 8519 1891
The DMW and OWWA strongly advise OFWs in affected areas to prioritize their safety, stay indoors if their location is deemed dangerous, and maintain constant contact with Philippine offices for real-time updates and guidance. They also appeal for cooperation in refraining from sharing unconfirmed information to prevent confusion and panic.
“In the New Philippines, no OFW is alone. We are here, ready to help anytime. Take care,” the statement concluded, emphasizing the government’s unwavering support for its migrant workers.
