A GROUP of Filipino seafarers on Friday expressed strong opposition to an escrow provision in the proposed Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers, saying it was clearly anti-seamen and pro-manning agencies and ship owners.
"The very purpose of this proposed bill is to protect the welfare of the seamen, who are also overseas Filipino workers, but with the questionable and 'hidden' provision. It is obvious to be for the interest of big manning agencies and ship owners," Butch Elaba, president of the Association of Marine Officers and Ratings Inc. (AMOR Seaman), told a press conference held at a Quezon City restaurant.
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