BI detects ‘bitbit,’ a new human trafficking scheme
MANILA, Philippines — Immigration officials issued a warning about the “bitbit” human trafficking scheme, wherein Filipino women are persuaded to work in the flesh trade abroad.
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Press Release - Legarda pushes for gender inclusivity in agri sector
Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda today reiterated the push for legislation and concrete action to address gender-based disparities and to recognize women's contributions to agriculture.
43 Chinese POGO workers deported
MANILA, Philippines — Forty-three Chinese who worked for an illegal Philippine offshore gaming operator (POGO) in Pasay City were deported yesterday, according to the Bureau of Immigration (BI).
43 Chinese nationals engaged in human trafficking deported
MANILA, Philippines — The Bureau of Immigration (BI) on Thursday said that it deported 43 Chinese nationals who are involved in human trafficking-related crimes.
New Senate bill creates refugee protection board
MANILA, Philippines — A new bill filed at the Senate seeks to create a refugee and stateless persons protection board under the Department of Justice that will institutionalize the country's protection mechanisms for refugees or stateless persons.
Press Release - Gatchalian: Protect children from sexual predators that use AI
Amid the nationwide celebration of the National Awareness Week for the Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse this second week of February, Senator Win Gatchalian urged the government to counter the threat of artificial intelligence (AI) in exacerbating online sexual abuse and exploitation of children (OSAEC).
Seoul passes new law for aspiring K-pop idols
MANILA, Philippines — The Seoul Metropolitan Council has approved a new law that serves to better protect individuals in the South Korean capital looking to pursue a career in music, acknowledging the pressure involved in becoming a Korean idol.
‘One-time’ cash aid available for drivers affected by modernization — DSWD
MANILA, Philippines — Drivers who will be affected by the government’s public utility vehicle (PUV) modernization program can avail of the one-time financial assistance offered by the government to persons “in crisis,” the Department of Social Welfare and Development said on Friday.