Modern slavery threatens OFWs, national economy

by The Manila Times

Sep 19, 2022 12:10 am

THE recent United Nations report on the rising incidence of modern slavery should be a concern for the Philippines, where remittances from overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) drive growth. Besides their economic contribution, OFWs comprise an important political sector, and they have been called heroes for bearing high social costs in choosing to work abroad.

Already have an active account? Log in here to continue reading.
Or
Subscribe to the Premium Subscription plan to access this subscriber-exclusive article.

Related Articles

Ukraine war threatens to escalate into global conflict

Making remittances count

Solar goes 'big-time' in the Philippines

Fugitive POGOs morph into 'guerrilla scam operations'

Digital competitiveness starts with the basics

Balanced energy mix is the right way forward for PH

Streamlining the primary education curriculum