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Filipino seafarers may refuse Gulf sailings amid war risk — DMW
Keith Clores - March 08, 2026 https://globalnation.inquirer.net/313028/filipino-seafarers-may-refuse-g...

MANILA, Philippines – Filipino seafarers may decline deployment to vessels sailing in the Persian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, and the Strait of Hormuz, Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac said.

20,000 seafarers, 15,000 cruise passengers stranded in Middle East — UN Maritime Agency
https://filipinotimes.net/latest-news/2026/03/06/20000-seafarers-15000-c...

Around 20,000 seafarers and 15,000 cruise ship passengers are currently stranded in the Middle East amid the ongoing conflict in the region, according to the International Maritime Organization of the United Nations.

Filipino seafarers hailed for rescue of Finnish rower
Anton Banal Feb 27, 2026 https://www.sunstar.com.ph/manila/filipino-seafarers-hailed-for-rescue-o...

Another bill filed on regulation of international shipping line fees
Roumina Pablo March 5, 2026 https://portcalls.com/another-bill-filed-on-regulation-of-international-...

Marina monitoring PH-registered ships as Middle East conflict rages on
ABS-CBN News Mar 02, 2026 https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/nation/2026/3/9/casual-convo-with-pcg-perso...

The Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) said Monday it was tracking Philippine-registered vessels in international waters as conflict continued in the Middle East following United States and Israeli strikes against Iran.

Philippine Coast Guard Dismisses 4 Personnel Over Deadly M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 Sinking
MI News Network February 28, 2026 https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/philippine-coast-guard-dismi...

5th SAFETY4SEA Manila Forum set to address critical maritime challenges in April 2026
The Editorial Team February 27, 2026 https://safety4sea.com/5th-safety4sea-manila-forum-set-to-address-critic...

IMO alarmed by Strait of Hormuz attacks; seafarers injured
Raffy Ayeng 02 Mar 2026 https://tribune.net.ph/2026/03/02/imo-alarmed-by-strait-of-hormuz-attack...

The International Maritime Organization, the United Nations agency responsible for the safety and security of shipping, has expressed concern over the shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz after reports that seafarers were injured in recent attacks on vessels transiting the route.Text & Instant Messaging

Marina weighs Cape Town pact before 2027 effect
Raffy Ayeng 26 Feb 2026 https://tribune.net.ph/2026/02/26/marina-weighs-cape-town-pact-before-20...

Seafarer abandonment sparks radical policy push
February 25, 2026 https://splash247.com/seafarer-abandonment-sparks-radical-policy-push/

With abandonments up sharply, ITF and industry voices tell Splash Extra that verified ownership data, targeted blacklists and flag investigations are essential to stop repeat offenders.