THE Philippine Embassy announced the alleged implication of an overseas Filipino worker (OFW) in the death of employer’s child in Kuwait.
The Philippine Embassy in Kuwait issued a statement expressing their astonishment and heartfelt sadness over the tragic event.
Additionally, they sent their sympathies to the bereaved family and stated that they were assisting the local authorities with their inquiry.
In accordance with Kuwaiti law and the Embassy’s duty, the statement stated that it is “cooperating with Kuwaiti authorities investigating the incident and is also providing assistance to the detained Filipino domestic worker.”
The incident, the embassy continued, did not reflect the general disposition of Filipinos in Kuwait.
It stated that the Filipino population in Kuwait and Filipinos in general are known for their dependability, diligence, and constructive contributions to society, and that this singular incidence does not represent their character.
In May 2023, Kuwait banned Filipino nationals from obtaining visas following a string of disputes between the Philippines and Kuwait following Jullebee Ranara’s death.
After the two nations came to a “agreement to resume the recruitment of domestic workers” following a “breakthrough” in negotiations, it was lifted in June 2024, more than a year later.
