MANILA (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr vowed on Thursday (Sept 1) to raise the deployment cap on Filipino nurses overseas, as low salaries and lack of jobs at home continue to drive many to seek employment abroad.
Speaking at an event marking the 100th anniversary of the Philippine Nurses Association, Marcos said he will "open more slots" for nurses to work overseas and also strive to create opportunities for them domestically.
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