00:00It was discussed during the first town hall meeting for the seafaring community
00:05the various challenges faced by Filipino seafarers today.
00:10Among these, the outdated government policies,
00:13particularly the POEA Standard Employment Contract
00:17for people with disabilities, homesickness, and exploitative working conditions.
00:23The importance of passing the Republic Act No. 12021
00:29or the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers
00:32that will provide legal protections and will improve their working conditions.
00:38The important role of seafarers in the global trade
00:43and a big contribution to the economy of the Philippines
00:47was also focused on their remittances.
00:49As well as the implementation of reforms
00:52such as modernizing training programs,
00:55access to healthcare,
00:56and providing educational assistance to their families.
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