Jordan Response Plan for the Syria Crisis 2016-2018

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The 2016-2018 response plan establishes an action plan across various sectors and aims to build the capacity of Jordanian authorities, to improve the service delivery system and infrastructure in areas affected by demographic stress, to meet the needs of both Syrian refugees and nationals affected by the crisis, to provide employment and livelihood opportunities, to mitigate pressures, and to support the government budget.

Principles and Controls Based on 2010 MOU on Labour Cooperation between Jordan and Philippines

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The three-year MOU on labour cooperation provides for a minimum wage and a minimum age for Filipino domestic workers, as well as requirements related to insurance, contract verification, working hours and rest days, skill certification, dispute settlement, and transparency with regard to recruitment fees.