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Commercial ship that rammed Filipino boat, killing 3 fishermen, hoists foreign flag — PCG
John Eric Mendoza - October 04, 2023 https://globalnation.inquirer.net/220185/commercial-ship-that-rammed-fil...(direct)&utm_medium=gallery

Bongbong Marcos deeply sad over 3 fishermen’s deaths in Scarborough Shoal
John Eric Mendoza - October 04, 2023 https://globalnation.inquirer.net/220180/bongbong-marcos-deeply-sad-over...(direct)&utm_medium=gallery

MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on Wednesday expressed deep sadness over the ramming of a fishing boat in Scarborough Shoal that led to the deaths of three Filipino fishermen.

Widow of slain ship captain seeks Bongbong Marcos’ help
Jhunnex Napallacan - September 30, 2023 https://newsinfo.inquirer.net/1839019/widow-of-slain-ship-captain-seeks-...

CEBU CITY—The widow of a ship captain, who was fatally stabbed by a chief cook aboard an international vessel two years ago, is reaching out to President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos for assistance in seeking justice for her husband.

House vows support for Magna Carta for Seafarers
Delon Porcalla - October 2, 2023 https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2023/10/02/2300578/house-vows-support...

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives has assured Filipino seafarers that the chamber is in “full support” of their rights and will always promote their welfare and well-being.

Senate approves Magna Carta for Filipino Seafarers without escrow provision
Atty. Dennis Gorecho October 2, 2023 https://businessmirror.com.ph/2023/10/02/senate-approves-magna-carta-for...

Three days after the celebration of the 28th National Seafarers’ Day (NSD), the Senate approved on second and third readings on Wednesday, September 27, 2023, Senate Bill No. (SBN) 2221, also known as the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers.

Body found near Detached Mole is missing Filipino seafarer
Chronicle Staff 1st October 2023 https://www.chronicle.gi/body-found-near-detached-mole-is-missing-filipi...

The man found dead in the sea in the area of the Detached Mole was identified on Sunday as a 48-year old Filipino seafarer from the tanker MV Gladiator.

PH, EU agree to boost maritime cooperation
Martin Sadongdong Oct 1, 2023 https://mb.com.ph/2023/9/30/ph-eu-agree-to-boost-maritime-cooperation

The Philippines and European Union (EU) committed to enhance its maritime cooperation and address critical issues relating to maritime security, defense, sustainable development, ocean governance and connectivity, and maritime law.

World Maritime Day: Setting a tone for whistleblowers
September 28, 2023 https://splash247.com/world-maritime-day-setting-a-tone-for-whistleblowers/

ITF recovers almost US$120 million in crew wages
29th September, 2023 https://www.thedcn.com.au/news/staffing-crewing-and-training/itf-recover...

THE INTERNATIONAL Transport Workers’ Federation said it recovered almost US$120 million in wages owed to seafarers between 2020 and 2022.

Containership fire ris on the rise
Rakin Rahman September 28, 2023 https://www.porttechnology.org/news/containership-fire-ris-on-the-rise/

Over the past decade, containership fires have seen a disturbing rise, with a notable number resulting in casualties and total losses, finds new World Shipping Council (WSC)’s report.