Relief packs and cash assistance have been distributed to hundreds of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who were affected by the 7.2 magnitude quake that hit Taiwan, the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) announced on Sunday, April 7. The assistance package was distributed to OFWs during the...
The Office of Civil Defense (OCD) said the mitigating measures implemented by Taiwan over the years bore fruit which was evident in the contained impact of a powerful earthquake there recently. OCD Administrator Ariel Nepomuceno said Taiwan’s preparedness has “improved a lot through the...
After a devastating magnitude 7.4 earthquake rocked the entire island of Taiwan, the Philippine Red Cross (PRC) reiterated its concern over the people in the country on Saturday, April 6. Workers begin demolition of collapsed building, two days after a powerful earthquake struck the city, in...
Four overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who got injured when a powerful earthquake struck Taiwan received Taiwanese $10,000 as cash assistance, the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) disclosed on Friday, April 5. One of the recipients of the financial aid was OFW Christine Gumahin, who fell...
After the recent 7.2 magnitude earthquake in Taiwan, the Social Security System (SSS) will extend its calamity loan to the affected overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). In a briefing, Rolando Ledesma Macasaet, SSS president and chief executive officer said on Thursday, April 4, that active members...
In this photo released by the National Fire Agency, members of a search and rescue team prepare to enter a leaning building in the aftermath of an earthquake in Hualien, eastern Taiwan on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Taiwan's strongest earthquake in a quarter century rocked the island during the...
Globe provides free communication channels to Filipinos in Taiwan following the 7.2 magnitude earthquake last Wednesday. All Globe postpaid, prepaid and TM subscribers with roaming services in Taiwan will automatically receive free roaming call, text and data services so they can get in touch...
Rescue workers stand near the site of a leaning building in the aftermath of an earthquake in Hualien, eastern Taiwan on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. (AP) HUALIEN, Taiwan — The strongest earthquake in a quarter-century rocked Taiwan Wednesday morning, killing nine people, stranding dozens at...
Taiwan has expressed gratitude to President Marcos for his “compassionate message” as he gave assurance that the Philippines is ready to help in the aftermath of the strong quake that hit the self-governing island. In a post on X, Taiwan’s Foreign Ministry said it sincerely appreciates...
Flag of Taiwan (Unpslash) Kabayan Party-list Rep. Ron Salo has called on Philippine authorities to closely monitor the situation in Taiwan after the southeastern coast of the country was struck by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake. Salo...
Senators on Wednesday, April 3 urged the Manila Economic and Cultural Office (MECO) and the Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) to provide all the necessary assistance to Filipinos affected by the magnitude 7.5 earthquake in Taiwan. Sen. Sherwin Gatchalian said it is imperative for the DMW to...
President Marcos assured Filipinos in Taiwan that the Philippine government was ready to provide them with the support they may need following the 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck the self-ruled island. President Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. / Taiwan earthquake (PPA Pool/AP) Marcos said this...
