Sixteen Filipino crew members of the Greek-flagged oil tanker MT Sounion, recently attacked by a Houthi missile in the Red Sea, have safely arrived at Manila's NAIA Terminal 3 and received financial assistance from the Philippine government.
Sixteen Filipino seafarers who were aboard the Greek-flagged oil tanker MT Sounion have returned safely to the Philippines after their vessel was targeted in a Houthi missile attack in the Red Sea. The seafarers arrived at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 3 on the afternoon of August 31. The Philippine Department of Foreign Affairs promptly provided financial assistance to the victims as part of its support efforts for overseas Filipino workers affected by maritime security threats. This incident highlights ongoing risks faced by Filipino seafarers working on international vessels in conflict-prone maritime zones. The government has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the welfare and safety of overseas Filipino workers, especially those engaged in shipping and maritime professions. The MT Sounion is registered under the Greek flag, representing the ongoing collaboration of Filipino maritime labor with international shipping entities.
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