MANILA, Philippines — Kuwait on Wednesday released four Philippine Embassy drivers who were detained following “rescue” operations of distressed Filipino workers in the Gulf state, which plunged the relations between the two countries to an all-time low. “The meeting of officials between the two countries likewise saw the release of four drivers,” a statement from the Office of the Presidential Spokesperson said. A memorandum of agreement intended to put in place better protections for Filipino workers in the Gulf state was also expected to be agreed upon and signed after the meeting. Around 150 workers are expected to join Philippine officials on their flight home, according to information from the presidential palace. Aside from the memorandum, Kuwait has also agreed to create a special unit in its police force that the Philippine embassy could coordinate with to act on complaints by distressed Filipino workers.

Source: Philippine Star May 09, 2018 11:48 UTC