Marcos says Philippines to boost supply of nurses and seafarers to the world

MANILA (Bloomberg): The Philippines will produce more seafarers and nurses to address local and global demand as well as take steps to attract foreign investments and spur growth, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said as he laid down priorities for his second year in office.

Marcos, in his annual speech before Congress on Monday, said the South-East Asian nation will provide a "steady supply” of competent seafarers to foreign vessels, aiming to cement the country’s status as a top global source of maritime workers.