Insecure workAt the rate we are going, people in the Philippines are struggling when it comes to being gainfully employed and this is due to poor quality jobs that lack benefits and security. The Philippines has fallen into what is called the “underemployment trap,” where a job is considered insecure if it does not provide enough hours or income in order to survive. Simply put, Filipinos aren’t necessarily jobless – they are “income-less,” with people wanting more hours to put into work. The issue is not a lack of work, but a lack of sufficient work that pays a living wage. None of us are surprised to hear Filipinos talk about “rackets” or “gigs” simply because of insecure work conditions that push them to look for more opportunities.

Source: Philippine Star April 10, 2026 03:27 UTC