MANILA, Philippines — The proposed Magna Carta of Seafarers — a bill that seeks to protect the welfare of seafarers has been approved by the House of Representatives on the third and final reading. During Monday's session, 304 lawmakers voted in favor of approving House Bill (HB) No. 7325, while four voted against it and none abstained. HB No. 7325 outlines the rights and welfare of seafarers, like providing the right to educational advancement and training at an affordable cost; the right to public consultation in case matters relating to their job is being discussed; the right against discrimination; the right to free legal representation; and right to an appropriate grievance mechanism.

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