Tag: Philippine Coast Guard
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Tragic Diving Incident Claims Lives of Two Russian Nationals in Batangas
Tragic Loss. In a somber effort, the Philippine Coast Guard and local residents collaborated to retrieve the body of a Russian diver who perished in a diving mishap near Isla Verde, Batangas City, on February 27, 2025. The incident claimed the lives of two Russian nationals who were overwhelmed by powerful underwater currents. (Photo courtesy…
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Filipino Voters Urged to Shun Pro-China Candidates in Crucial Midterm Elections
In a passionate plea at the Saturday News Forum in Quezon City, Commodore Jay Tarriela, the Philippine Coast Guard’s spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, called on Filipino voters to reject candidates who favor China in the upcoming May 12 midterm elections. Tarriela emphasized the importance of electing officials who stand firmly behind President Ferdinand…
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New Law Grants 3-Year Term to Philippine Coast Guard Commandant: A Game-Changer for Maritime Security
In a move hailed as a significant boost for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has signed into law a bill that sets a three-year term for the PCG Commandant. This landmark legislation, known as Republic Act No. 12122, was signed into law on Tuesday, marking a pivotal moment for the…
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Miracle at Sea: Five Filipino Fishermen Rescued After Harrowing Boat Collision, Three Still Missing
In a dramatic rescue operation, five Filipino fishermen were saved from the treacherous waters off the Spratly Islands in Vietnam on January 30, 2025. The fishermen, who were aboard the FBCA Prince Elmo 2 from Naic, Cavite, were on a routine fishing trip near Lubang Island when their vessel was suddenly rammed by an unidentified…
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Philippine Coast Guard Commends Norwegian Ship for Rescuing Stranded Fisherman
MANILA – The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has expressed gratitude to the crew of the Norwegian-flagged vessel MV Sunny Victory for their heroic rescue of a Filipino fisherman near Calavite Point, Mindoro. The incident occurred on Monday when 35-year-old Michael Conquesto found himself stranded after his small fishing boat suffered an engine failure at around…
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Philippine Coast Guard Condemns Risky Maneuvers by Chinese Navy Helicopter in West Philippine Sea
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has strongly criticized the hazardous actions of a Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy helicopter that endangered a Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources (BFAR) aircraft during a routine surveillance flight over Bajo de Masinloc in the West Philippine Sea. The incident, which occurred on February 18, 2025, was highlighted…
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President Marcos Signs Law Setting Term for Philippine Coast Guard Commandant
President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has enacted a new law that establishes a fixed term for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) commandant, aiming to enhance the stability of the agency. The legislation, known as Republic Act 12122, was signed by Marcos on February 18, 2025, and sets the term of the PCG commandant at three…
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Philippine Coast Guard Enhances Maritime Safety in Bicol Region
In a move to bolster maritime security, the Philippine Coast Guard in Bicol, led by Coast Guard District Bicol Commander Commodore Ivan Roldan, has ramped up its operations. The initiative includes the deployment of advanced radar systems and the establishment of a protocol reporting system to monitor the region’s waters effectively. During a recent interview,…
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Philippine Coast Guard Enhances Maritime Security in Bicol Region
In a move to bolster maritime safety, the Philippine Coast Guard in Bicol, led by Commodore Ivan Roldan, has ramped up its operations. The initiative includes the deployment of advanced radar systems and the establishment of a protocol reporting system to safeguard the region’s waters. Speaking in an interview, Commodore Roldan emphasized the continuous monitoring…
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Philippine Coast Guard Official Denies Labeling Lawmaker as ‘Traitor’ Amid West Philippine Sea Debate
In a heated exchange during a House Tri Committee hearing, Philippine Coast Guard spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, Commodore Jay Tarriela, firmly denied accusations from Sagip Party-list Representative Rodante Marcoleta that he had branded him a ‘traitor’. The controversy arose after Marcoleta claimed that the term ‘West Philippine Sea’ (WPS) does not exist, asserting…
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