The repatriation of the bodies of overseas Filipino workers from Saudi Arabia is moved by a week.
The Philippines committed to bring home the remains of over 200 overseas Filipino workers who died in Saudi Arabia after logistical challenges delayed their repatriation earlier scheduled July 4.
"In order for us to fly home more remains of our fallen OFWs from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and pursuant to the communication of the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh, the 2nd batch of repatriation has been moved by a week. More bodies of our dear OFWs will arrive on July 20 instead," DOLE said. "We sincerely apologize for the much-delayed homecoming owing to the lockdowns, and strenuous processes that we have to undergo for their return. The added anxiety to the families caused by the suspended homeward journey is certainly undeserved," he said.who died in the Gulf state, 50 of whom succumbed to the coronavirus.
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