DFA lowers crisis alert in Yemen to level 2

MANILA, Philippines - The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) lowered the Crisis Alert Level for Yemen from Level 3 to 2 upon the recommendation of the Philippine Embassy in Riyadh.

Under Alert Level 2, Filipinos with existing labor contracts may return to Yemen, and are advised to restrict non-essential movements and avoid public places. Deployment of newly hired overseas Filipino workers will remain suspended.

DFA said the embassy in Riyadh cited the improving security and political situation in Yemen as reasons for the recommendation.

Level 3 entails voluntary repatriation.