PH, Slovenia sign MoU on labor cooperation

Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique A. Manalo announced that the Philippines and Slovenia will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Labor Cooperation during an Employment Forum organized by the Department of Migrant Workers, with Slovenian Foreign Minister Tanja Fajon emphasizing her country's desire to attract more Filipino workers.

Manalo highlighted that this MoU represents both nations' commitment to safe, orderly, and regular migration, while also discussing strengthening trade and investment cooperation in sectors such as space technology, nuclear energy, maritime education, sports, and labor.

During the visit from March 10 to 12, Fajon will sign the MoU aimed at ensuring fair employment opportunities for Filipinos in Slovenia, with a focus on ethical recruitment practices and adherence to legal standards.

The Slovenian Embassy in Manila is hosting a labor event to provide more information about the labor landscape in Slovenia, while business delegations from both countries are scheduled to meet during the Slovenia-Philippines Business Forum on March 12.

This visit marks the first time a Slovenian foreign minister has visited the Philippines and is seen as a milestone in the 31 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations.