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Saudi extends deadline for repatriation of OFWs’ bodies
The Philippine government will miss its July 4 target to repatriate the remains of 274 overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia has extended the deadline for the repatriation of the OFWs' remains to early next week.
The delay is due to pending documentary requirements and adherence to health protocols for transporting the bodies.
Of the 274 deceased OFWs, 129 succumbed to COVID-19 while 145 died of natural causes.
Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III expressed regret over the delay but assured that efforts are underway to bring the workers home.
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Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III apologized for the delay in repatriating the remains of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) from Saudi Arabia.
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