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Guidelines on seafarers protection during pandemic issued
The Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) has pledged assistance to seafarers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Resolution No. 13, Series of 2020, ensures seafarers receive protection and benefits during the national state of calamity.
Seafarers who signed contracts but couldn't be deployed due to the pandemic will be provided accommodation and food by their employers until deployment or return.
Deployed seafarers stranded mid-transit will also receive basic pay, accommodation, food, and medical benefits until they reach their vessel.
Employers are also mandated to provide similar assistance to those unable to join their ships or be repatriated.
Seafarers undergoing quarantine will also be provided with accommodation and food by their principals or employers, unless covered by government provisions.
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