Gov't urged to increase inbound flights, quarantine facilities for returning seafarers

by The Manila Times

Jul 16, 2021 12:55 am

The Association of Licensed Manning Agencies (ALMA) Maritime Group recently appealed to the government to take urgent action in addressing a global 'crew change' dilemma caused by the limited inbound flights and the continuing lack of quarantine facilities in the country.

If unresolved, ALMA said it could lead to a loss of job opportunities for the more than 400,000 Filipino seafarers.

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