Qatar Airways has terminated around 200 employees, all Filipino nationals, in Doha.
Philippine Labour Secretary Silvestre Bello said the government is still trying to ascertain the "real cause" behind the layoffs.
ABS-CBN had earlier reported that the reason stated in their notice letter was redundancy.
The airline is yet to respond to Reuters for an official statement, but several carriers around the world have been impacted by travel restrictions imposed due to the coronavirus outbreak.
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UAE economy expands 6.2%, GDP reaches AED 1.9 trillion
The UAE economy continues its strong growth trajectory, with the country's GDP expanding by 6.2 per cent in 2025 to reach AED 1.9 trillion.
UAE highlights trade, logistics cooperation at Eurasia forum
Representing UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Trade Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi attended the Eurasia Economic Forum in Astana, Kazakhstan.
UAE explores Caribbean trade partnership at regional summit
The UAE is exploring closer economic ties with Caribbean nations after taking part as a special guest at a major regional foreign ministers’ meeting in Suriname.
Ferrari aims to prove doubters wrong after divisive EV debut
If Ferrari wanted to grab the world's attention with the Luce, its first all-electric car, mission accomplished - even if much of the reaction has been shock and outrage.
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