57% of Filipinos Open to Working, Living Abroad, OCTA Survey Reveals
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57% of Filipinos Open to Working, Living Abroad, OCTA Survey Reveals

A recent OCTA Research survey found that 57% of adult Filipinos are open to living or working abroad, primarily driven by the pursuit of better job opportunities. This highlights potential shortcomings in domestic employment conditions and wages.

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  • Majority of Filipinos Open to Working or Migrating Abroad, Survey Finds

    A new OCTA Research survey reveals that 57 percent of Filipinos are open to working or migrating abroad, with younger demographics showing particularly high willingness. Economic opportunities are identified as the primary driver for this aspiration.

  • Over half of adult Filipinos open to working abroad: OCTA survey

    A survey by OCTA Research revealed that 57% of adult Filipinos are open to living or working overseas, primarily driven by economic opportunities. The trend is particularly strong among younger and college-educated demographics, highlighting concerns about talent retention in the Philippines.