THE Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) confirms the seizure by Iranian authorities of the containership MSC Aries, with 4 Filipino seafarers on board.
Upon the directive of the President, we are in touch with the families of our dear seafarers and have assured them of full government support and assistance.
We are also in coordination with the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), the licensed manning agency (LMA), the ship manager, and the operator to ensure the safety and well-being as well as work on the release of our dear seafarers.
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