TASK FORCE VS GOODS PRODUCED VIA FORCED LABOR FORMED
The move came after US President Donald Trump imposed a new 12.5-percent tariff on Philippine exports under Section 301 of the US Trade Act of 1974.
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DoLE reaffirms anti-child labor push with expanded livelihood grants
The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) strengthens its campaign against child labor by expanding livelihood programs for vulnerable families, monitoring…
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Malacañang postpones wage hike
Malacañang has postponed the NCR wage hike implementation from July 19 to July 25, as confirmed by DOLE. Learn why Wage Order No. NCR-27 now takes effect…
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Indonesians overworked, abused on foreign fishing vessels
Akhmad said the crew would also catch sharks, cutting off their fins before throwing them back into the ocean.
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Child labor continues rising — gov’t data
Despite the increase in the number of working children, the number engaged in child labor remained below 2023 levels.
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WFH OT pay
A labor law expert explains that employees working from home may still be entitled to overtime pay under the Labor Code, provided they can prove they rendered…
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DOLE grants P1.5M livelihood aid to parents of child laborers in Biliran
DOLE has granted over P1.5 million in livelihood aid to 45 parents of child laborers in Biliran, funding skill-based projects like carpentry, fishing, food…
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DoLE, IT-BPM industry reinforce ties
Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino underscored the importance of government-industry collaboration as the Department of Labor and Employment and IT-BPM leaders…
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DoLE chief ranks among top performing Cabinet officials
Labor and Employment Secretary Francis Tolentino ranked among the top-performing Cabinet officials in the latest Tangere nationwide survey, earning a 42%…
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Et tu, Brute?
Trust, once lost, is difficult to rebuild. Investors value policy consistency as much as fiscal incentives.
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Phl, Malaysia eye closer labor and technology ties
The Philippines and Malaysia are strengthening labor cooperation through expanded workforce development, technical-vocational training, green jobs, and skills…
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Unauthorized absence
Can an employee be legally dismissed after missing work due to illness? A labor law expert explains workers' rights, due process, illegal dismissal, medical…
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Strategic partnership with Canada sealed
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney elevated Philippines-Canada relations through a Strategic Partnership, strengthened…
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P85 wage hike sparks perspectives’ clash
Labor groups, trade organizations, and lawmakers reacted sharply to the newly mandated P85 minimum wage increase in Metro Manila, with business groups warning…
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Fair settlement
A labor law expert explains when compromise agreements reached through the Department of Labor and Employment are final and binding, highlighting employee…
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DoLE unveils historic P85 NCR minimum wage hike
More than 1.1 million minimum wage earners in Metro Manila will receive an P85 daily wage increase under Wage Order No. NCR-27, raising the minimum pay to P780…
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Uncertain job
A labor law expert explains that placing a security guard on floating status is generally allowed for up to six months, provided it is temporary and does not…
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