Panelo: Iraq situation still ‘unstable,’ ‘massive repatriation’ efforts still underway 0 SHARES Share it! Share TweetBy Genalyn KabilingThe situation in Iraq and neighboring countries remains “unstable” amid government’s efforts to bring Filipino workers to safer areas, Malacañang said Monday. Presidential Spokesman Salvador Panelo gave the latest update on repatriation efforts in the Middle East based on information from the Cabinet-level committee. A government committee led by Defense Secretary Delfin Lorenzana was formed to supervise the repatriation efforts. The Filipino people are assured that the Philippine government is committing all its efforts for the protection of the safety and security of our citizens in the Middle East,” Panelo said.

Source: Manila Bulletin January 13, 2020 14:12 UTC