MANILA, Dec. 23 -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) officially launched its new Minors Traveling Abroad (MTA) help desk at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) Terminal 1 on Monday.

In a statement on Tuesday, Assistant Secretary Irene Dumlao said the new help desk will provide immediate support for traveling minors requiring urgent assistance.

"The DSWD's MTA help desk is now open to assist families and minor travelers at the NAIA Terminal 1. The facility aims to cater to urgent concerns on the travel clearance applications for minors traveling alone and inquiries regarding minors traveling with companions other than their parents," the DSWD spokesperson said.

"The opening of the NAIA Terminal 1 help des...