The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) and the Oman government are strengthening its labor cooperation in upholding better protection of the rights and welfare of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) in Oman.

Migrant Workers Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac welcomed Omani Minister of Labor H.E. Mahad Bin Said Ali Baawain and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sayyid Sadr Bin Hamood Albusaidi, along with other Omani representatives on Monday, July 14, 2025 to discuss shared initiatives in upholding the safe and ethical recruitment of OFWs.

A key highlight of the meeting was the pending Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on Labor Cooperation, set to be signed by January 2026.

The MOU establishes safeguards for Filipino workers through ethical recruitment standards, fair employment terms, joint dispute resolution mechanisms, and regular monitoring through a bilateral Joint Committee.

Secretary Cacdac emphasized the role of technology in streamlining deployment of OFWs.

“By forging digital partnerships with host countries like Oman, we can make recruitment faster, more transparent, and more worker-friendly. Tech solutions can ensure every step is secure, accountable, and focused on protecting OFWs,” Secretary Cacdac said.

Minister Baawain, meanwhile, shared that Oman is actively seeking Filipino domestic workers, technicians, port staff, and other skilled professionals, opening up new employment pathways for qualified OFWs.

Beyond Oman, the DMW is expanding support across the Middle East. In Jordan, over 48,000 Filipinos contribute to industries like caregiving, hospitality, beauty services, and food service.

Through ongoing partnerships, the department remains committed to helping OFWs access dignified work, fair treatment, and new skills to thrive abroad.