MAPFRE Insular Offers Insurance for Agency Hired OFWs

MAPFRE Insular provides comprehensive coverage to overseas Filipino workers as required under the Compulsory Insurance for Agency Hired Migrant Workers as
approved under Section 23 of R.A. 10022 and creates online community that serves as a unifying communication platform with OFWs all over the world.

Compulsory Insurance for Migrant Workers
Section 23 of R.A. 10022 mandates recruitment and manning agencies to provide OFWs with compulsory insurance at no cost to the worker. The Compulsory Insurance for Agency Hired Migrant Worker aims to ensure that OFWs get the right protection they deserve. It also
promotes and supports the workers’ fundamental rights and welfare.

MAPFRE Insular’s Compulsory Insurance Coverage for Agency-Hired Migrant Workers is a comprehensive insurance package that is set to address the needs of Filipino Migrant Workers.

The very nature of accidents is that they are unexpected, but with MAPFRE Insular’s insurance
package, OFWs are protected from heavy financial burden in the event of an emergency.

The comprehensive package provides OFWs with assistance for Repatriation in case of termination of employment or death; Subsistence Allowance for OFWs involved in a case or litigation; Legitimate Money Claims Insurance or money claims arising from employer’s liability;
Compassionate Visit in case of OFWs hospital confinement, Medical Evacuation Insurance in case of inadequate medical facility in the area of work; and Medical Repatriation Insurance in case an OFW needs to be transported back to his country of origin as deemed necessary by medical workers.
“Our service considers financial security of our modern heroes and their family as our top priority, which is why we made sure that our insurance coverage for our OFWs will be truly beneficial,” says Tirso Abad, president and CEO of MAPFRE Insular Philippines.
Kabayan Abroad Online Community Kabayan Abroad is an online community that aims to bring together Filipino workers all around the world. Kabayanabroad.com, MAPFRE Insular’s online community for OFWs, is a venue for
OFWs to communicate with each other and obtain useful and inspirational tools for their day-today lives abroad. OFWs in the site may also share their views and own experiences to help other OFWs who are visiting the site.

For inquiries or more information about the OFW insurance and other MAPFRE Insular services, check out www.mapfre.com.ph or call their Teleservice hotline (02) 876-4400 or email them at teleservice@mapfreinsular.com.

Looking for a Fast and Easy Way to Own Your Dream Car? Go Online!

As traffic situation worsens, more and more commuting Pinoys are wishing they had their own cars. With the crazy traffic, and battering the long lines
for jeeps, buses, MRT, and all other possible forms of public commute, many are wanting to have their own car, but worries how or that they are not
capable to do so.

Typically-shy Pinoys on the lookout for their own brand new car but are uncomfortable to visit dealers or go to banks may visit www.bpiloans.com, a virtual car showroom where people looking for a brand new car can view and compare the vehicles that are available in the market today. The site offers user-friendly, interactive, and convenient features that include a comprehensive car buyer’s guide, a self-service auto loan calculator, a
simple online application form, and an easy to use self-assessment test.

BPI Family Auto Loan recognizes the commuting public’s need and consistently steps up at the forefront to “Make the Best Happen!” The bank continuously seeks for innovative ways to make its products and promos relevant, available and accessible for Filipinos in a fast, convenient and affordable way. Through the online site, the bank also provides complete information that allows prospective car buyers make the best decision in
choosing the car and financing that best suit their lifestyle, budget, and mobility needs.

Moreover, the comprehensive car buyer’s guide found in the online carbuying site provides access to up-to-date information on all the cars available in the Philippine market, complete with variants, specifications, and
prices. The facility also has a function that compares various cars with each other and allows buyers to make the best choice in their car purchase.

Prospective car buyers thinking of the most suitable financing plan for their budget may try out the site’s auto loan calculator, which shows them initial cash-out and monthly amortization that goes with their preferred down payment percentage and loan term. The site also has an online loan application form that clients may fill-up and submit immediately online, making car shopping very simple and effortless. Likewise, loan decision is
also fast. Expect to receive the results in just 3 to 8 business hours.

“With the improving economic condition of the Philippines due to its strengthening industries and the government’s initiatives to improve transportation, auto manufacturers have seized the chance to provide more
options ranging from high-end to affordable cars that will fit what the market needs. Likewise, BPI Family Auto Loan compliments this progress by providing car financing that is affordable, easily understandable, and highly accessible, for everyone. We are committed to contributing to our country’s progress and helping our countrymen realize their dreams of owning their
own car,” shares Pepe Carlos, VP and Head of Auto Loans Division.

For more information on the most affordable and convenient way to own a
car, simply log-on to www.bpiloans.com.

NBA and LINE Launch NBA Legends Sticker Pack

The National Basketball Association (NBA) today released asticker pack on the leading global communications app LINE, featuring 40 NBA legends for users to personalize their LINE conversations.  The NBA’s official account on LINE – available in English, Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, and Spanish – reaches more than 3.8 million followers globally. 

The NBA is accessible on LINE through a range of devices including mobile, tablets and PCs.  By following the NBA on LINE, fans can receive real-time news updates, information on local NBA events, off-court happenings and more.  The NBA became the first major U.S. professional sports league to launch an official account on the messaging application LINE in February 2015.

Since its launch in 2011, LINE has grown into a global service used in 230 countries and regions, ranking first in the free app category in 71 countries.  LINE offers free one-to-one and group messaging, as well as the ability to make free domestic and international voice and video calls.  Apart from its messenger app that is used to send popular virtual stickers such as colorful emoticons, the company offers a wide range of non-messaging services ranging from games to photo sharing apps.

 “Friend” the NBA’s official account on LINE by adding @nba_global or by scanning the QR code and download the Legends sticker pack from the LINE sticker shop.  Follow the NBA on Facebook at www.facebook.com/nba and Twitter at www.twitter.com/nba for all the latest news and updates.  For all things NBA, visit www.nba.com.

NBA Official Account (LINE ID: @nba_global)

Supported regions: Global (except mainland China)

Supported languages: Chinese (Traditional), English, Indian, Indonesian, Japanese, and Spanish

Sticker set details

・Name: NBA Legends

・Release Date: Nov. 19, 2015

・Sale Region: Global except mainland China

・LINE STORE download link: https://store.line.me/stickershop/product/5359

About the NBA

The NBA is a global sports and media business built around three professional sports leagues: the National Basketball Association, the Women’s National Basketball Association, and the NBA Development League.  The league has established a major international presence with games and programming in 215 countries and territories in 49 languages, and NBA merchandise for sale in more than 125,000 stores in 100 countries on 6 continents.  NBA rosters at the start of the 2015-16 season featured 100 international players from 37 countries and territories.  NBA Digital’s assets include NBA.com and NBA Mobile, which achieved record traffic during the 2014-15 season, as well as NBA TV.  The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 915 million likes and followers globally across all league, team, and player platforms.  Through NBA Cares, the league addresses important social issues by working with internationally recognized youth-serving organizations that support education, youth and family development, and health-related causes.

About LINE Corporation

LINE Corporation is based in Japan and develops and operates the LINE app for smartphones.  Since launching in June 2011, the LINE app has grown into a global service used in 230 countries and regions, ranking first in the free app category in 69 countries.  LINE offers free one-to-one and group messaging, as well as free domestic and international voice and video calls.  LINE also includes a wide array of social elements such as fun and expressive stickers, a personal Home, a Timeline, and numerous LINE family apps, including LINE games and LINE camera.  For more information about LINE, please visit http://linecorp.com/en/

*This is Press Release