The Philippines and Denmark have signed an agreement to enhance healthcare education and training for Filipino nurses and healthcare assistants aiming to work in Denmark.
The Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) announced that the Joint Declaration of Intent (JDI), signed on December 9 by Secretary Hans Leo J. Cacdac and Danish Ambassador Franz Michael Skjold Mellbin, sets the stage for a future Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to solidify the collaboration.
The JDI prioritizes the welfare and rights of Filipino healthcare workers, ensuring access to social protection, fair recruitment, and legal remedies. It also outlines upskilling programs to align Filipino professionals with Denmark’s high standards in medical and elderly care.
“This partnership fosters ethical and sustainable recruitment practices, addressing the global demand for healthcare professionals,” the DMW stated, citing international guidelines like the WHO’s Global Code of Practice.
Source: Manila Bulletin
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