To the Filipinos in the UAE, the Philippine government has issued an advisory (Public Advisory No. 01-2020) about recent developments and informed those who may be affected that the country of the Philippines is ready to facilitate repatriation.
The UAE has already confirmed that all sectors are operating as normal so Filipinos should not panic. Instead, kabayans are advised to stay alert and be vigilant, exercise caution, and maintain situational awareness at all times.
This is a good initiative of the PH government as instructed with the approval of their President Rodrigo Duterte. This shows concerns for Filipinos working in the Middle East and being proactive about the situation.
In the same advisory, they have also listed the important emergency contact information of the Philippine Embassy in UAE located in Abu Dhabi, and the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai and Northern Emirates.
So to all the Kabayans in the UAE, please be aware of the contact information and read the the full advisory below:
Public Advisory No. 01-2020
Published herewith is the general advisory issued by the Department of Foreign Affairs for the information of the Filipino community in the UAE.
“In view of recent developments, Filipinos in the Middle East are assured that the Philippine Government is prepared to repatriate any Filipino who may be affected or displaced by the ongoing crisis.
Affected Filipinos requesting repatriation or any form of assistance may contact the following:
1. For Filipinos in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, please contact the Philippine Embassy in Abu Dhabi through the following:
ATN Numbers:
+971 50 207 9988
+971 56 970 8726
+971 50 443 8003
+971 50 207 9898
Email Address: atn.abudhabi@gmail.com
Facebook Account: https://facebook.com/PHinUAE/
2. For Filipinos in the Emirate of Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quwain, Ajman, and Ras Al Khaimah, please contact the Philippine Consulate General in Dubai through the following:
ATN Numbers:
+971 56 501 5755
+971 56 501 5756
+971 56 417 7558
Email Addresses: pcgdxb@pcgdubai.ae, pcgdxb@gmail.com
Facebook Account: https://facebook.com/PHinDubai
Filipinos are advised to remain vigilant, exercise caution, and maintain situational awareness at all times.” [End]