ITF unions act on Philippines disaster
ITF unions have been taking action to relieve the suffering of those affected by Typhoon Haiyan. Trade unions in the Philippines have been distributing food, drink and other supplies in the wake of the tragedy.
Two maritime unions are working heroically to deliver emergency supplies. The Associated Marine Officers’ and Seamen’s Union of the Philippines (AMOSUP) is using its training ship the Kapitan Felix Oca to get supplies to the worst affected area. Its first relief voyage was an initiative of the Norwegian social partners, especially the Norwegian Shipowners’ Association, organised through the Royal Norwegian Embassy in Manila. Further planned sorties will be conducted with other local and international social partners. Meanwhile the Philippines Seafarers Union (PSU) has been attempting to distribute food and drink in Cebu Province and the island of Leyte.
ITF statement on Philippines disaster: Union relief efforts forge ahead
ITF statement on Philippines disaster: Union relief efforts forge ahead
13 November 2013 received via email
The ITF (International Transport Workers’ Federation) and its affiliated unions are taking action to help those affected by Typhoon Haiyan.