The Philippines plans to add 150,000 seafarers by 2030 through expanded training, retraining and stronger employment and welfare protections.
The Philippines is targeting a larger share of the global seafarer market and plans to add approximately 150,000 seafarers by 2030. The target was outlined by the Department of Migrant Workers as part of a long-term strategy for developing the country’s maritime workforce.
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