news Scmp World 2026-09-28

Mary Jane Veloso case highlights migrant worker protection gaps

The release of Mary Jane Veloso after 16 years of detention in Indonesia serves as both a victory and a warning regarding the vulnerability of Filipino migrant workers.

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