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Article

26 Jan 2014

Author:
Louella D. Desiderio, Philippine Star

Electronics makers hold employment mission in Yolanda-hit provinces

Following an employment mission conducted by the SEIPI [a group of local and foreign electronics firms operating in the country]…in Ormoc City in Leyte, the group said in a statement it intends to organize another one for other areas hit by the typhoon…Five of SEIPI’s member firms HGST Philippines Corp., Epson Philippines, Microsemi Corp., Testech, Inc. and Alliance Mansols, Inc. participated in the recent mission…The electronics industry offers quality jobs to workers, as well as above-average minimum wage and benefits…“SEIPI’s vision on this employment mission goes beyond mere provision of jobs. What the organization and its members aim for truly is to provide a fresh start and livelihood to those that are willing to pursue these,” the group said…