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Life lessons from Ilonggo seafarers
Liez’l Marie Ejeda June 30, 2025 https://pia.gov.ph/life-lessons-from-ilonggo-seafarers/

Charting new waters: Philippine seafarers drive economic growth
Judith Albano June 30, 2025 https://malaya.com.ph/weekly-features/special-features/charting-new-wate...

Filipino seafarers contribute far more to the economy than the billions they send home each year. A landmark study launched Tuesday aims to quantify their true impact and strengthen the Philippines’ dominance in global maritime markets.

Seafarers Must Not Be Scapegoated In Criminal Cases Without Evidence, Says InterManager
MI News Network June 24, 2025 https://www.marineinsight.com/shipping-news/seafarers-must-not-be-scapeg...

The threat of prosecution from a criminal investigation should never be held against an individual seafarer where there is no evidence against them, according to InterManager.

Bohol calls for harassment-free work environment for seafarers
Leo Udtohan - June 25, 2025 https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/2074614/bohol-calls-for-harassment-free-wo...

TAGBILARAN CITY – Seafarers, maritime students, and stakeholders in Bohol celebrated the Day of the Filipino Seafarer on Wednesday, highlighting the vital role of maritime workers and advocating for a safer, harassment-free work environment at sea.

New data reveals leading causes of seafarer deaths in 2023
June 25, 2025

A first-ever global data collection on seafarer fatalities offers insight into the main causes of death at sea

Pinoy Seafarers: Silent Titans of the Seas
PIA June 26, 2025 https://pia.gov.ph/pinoy-seafarers-silent-titans-of-the-seas/

June 25 marks a momentous occasion, the annual Day of the Seafarer, dedicated to honoring the contributions of maritime workers worldwide.

Marcos highlights role of Pinoy seafarers in global trade, maritime ops
ANNA FELICIA BAJO, June 25, 2025 https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/950520/marcos-highligh...

Statement on the Day of the Seafarer
25 June 2025 https://dfa.gov.ph/dfa-news/statements-and-advisoriesupdate/36786-statem...

OCEANS APART: Seafarers and the journey between sacrifice and survival
Ma. Theresa Ladiao, June 25, 2025 https://www.panaynews.net/oceans-apart-seafarers-and-the-journey-between...

FFW: Execution bond of Magna Carta disproportionately punishes seafarers
Atty. Dennis Gorecho April 25, 2025 https://businessmirror.com.ph/2025/04/25/ffw-execution-bond-of-magna-car...

The execution bond requirement serves no legitimate purpose other than to delay the delivery of justice to seafarers who have already endured long and costly legal battles.