Philippines to Resume Kuwait Deployment; PAM Proposes Bank Salary Payments for Domestic Workers
A significant proposal has been put forward to enhance the welfare of Filipino domestic workers in Kuwait. The Authority for Manpower (PAM) suggested paying their salaries through local banks, aiming to ensure regular payments and increase transparency. This comes as the Philippine government nears a decision to resume the deployment of new domestic workers to Kuwait, expected to be finalized in the first quarter of 2026.
Filipino domestic workers play a substantial role in Kuwait's workforce, comprising approximately 45% of the total domestic workforce, numbering around 170,000 workers. Historically, first-time Filipino workers have made up around 70% of new hires in the sector. The PAM's proposal, if implemented, could significantly improve the financial security and transparency for these workers. The Philippine government's decision to resume deployment, after a pause of nearly three years, is expected to further boost the numbers of Filipino domestic workers in Kuwait.
The PAM's proposal to pay Filipino domestic workers' salaries through local banks, along with the Philippine government's impending decision to resume deployment, signals a positive shift in the working conditions and rights of Filipino domestic workers in Kuwait. These moves are anticipated to enhance their financial stability and overall welfare.
