Singapore exploring ways to upskill Filipino health workers - PM Wong

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said on Wednesday that Singapore's Ministry of Health is seeking ways to improve the skills of Filipino healthcare professionals.

In a joint press statement with President Ferdinand ''Bongbong'' Marcos Jr. at Malacañang Palace, Wong said Singapore is committed to becoming a good second home for Filipinos living and working there.

''The Ministry of Health is exploring ways to support Filipino healthcare workers in Singapore to upskill and eventually reintegrate into the Philippine healthcare system,'' Wong said.

''Both health ministries are also exploring ways to deepen cooperation in mutual areas of interest through a broader health care partnership,'' he added.

Aside from the health sector, Wong said Singapore would also support the Philippines in its capacity-building efforts.

''The National University of Singapore has developed a leadership program to advance the Philippine Civil Service Commission's digital transformation agenda. The Masyak Foundation has also been active in the healthcare space in Taguig City,'' Wong said.

''We will continue to step up cooperation in these fields and more,'' he added. — VBL, GMA Integrated News