DMW allows limited crew change for Filipino seafarers in Middle East conflict zones

​MANILA — The Department of Migrant Workers ( DMW) has issued Advisory No. 23, Series of 2026, permitting the temporary and conditional crew change of Filipino seafarers in Middle East conflict zones. This decision cites a recent ceasefire and safety assurances from the Iranian government as the primary reasons for …

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