Philippines pinched by squeeze on remittances
The coronavirus pandemic is putting a clamp on the flow of remittances from the Philippines' overseas workers, hurting families at home as well as government coffers.
Prime Sarmiento
Hong Kong-based journalist covering ASEAN. With special focus on Brunei, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, and Singapore.
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Uncertain Future
The two Filipina overseas workers are separated by distance and social circumstances but share the same fear that the deepening global recession could shatter their dreams of a better life for themselves and their families.
