Hong kong: Department of Migrant Workers (DMW) Secretary Hans Leo Cacdac has thanked the Hong Kong government for approving a 2.2 percent increase in the minimum allowable wage (MAW) for foreign domestic workers, including Filipinos. In a Facebook post on Monday, Cacdac expressed gratitude to Labor and Welfare Chief Chris Y H Sun, JP, for the increase, which, he said, would mean a salary raise from 4,990 to 5,100 Hong Kong dollars per month for Filipino domestic workers.
According to Philippines News Agency, the increase provides more than the USD500 minimum wage for Filipino domestic workers as prescribed under Department Advisory No. 3, series of 2025, or the Enhanced Reforms for Domestic Workers. Cacdac highlighted Hong Kong as an opportunity where Filipino domestic workers can improve their skills and receive training. He emphasized that the nation values human care.
Meanwhile, Labor and Welfare Chief Chris Y H Sun also visited the OFW Global Center Hong Kong in Admiralty during his meeting with Cacdac on Sunday. The center, established by the Philippine government, occupies about 20,000 square feet and offers a wide range of government services and assistance to Filipino overseas workers in the city. Sun noted the lively gathering of Filipino domestic workers during his visit, which provided him with a deeper insight into their lives in Hong Kong.
Sun stated that more than 200,000 Filipino domestic helpers are employed in Hong Kong, providing essential care for local families and easing household burdens. During the meeting, both sides exchanged views on the protection and well-being of Filipino domestic helpers in Hong Kong and agreed to maintain close communication and cooperation to ensure the best possible support for them. Filipino domestic workers compose 10 percent of Hong Kong’s total workforce.
The wage announcement coincided with the Labor Migration Management Plan (LaMMP) Stakeholders’ Consultation Workshop on Sunday, bringing together Filipino community leaders, NGOs, and media representatives. The DMW said the workshop focused on reintegration pathways, community support systems, and policies to improve the overseas employment experience.
Meanwhile, Cacdac emphasized the importance of lifelong learning for OFWs, encouraging them to plan early for their return to the Philippines.
