Tag: Philippine Coast Guard
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Senate Leader Urges Philippine Coast Guard to Train Recruits on Maritime Law
Senate Majority Leader Francis Tolentino has urged the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to incorporate a specialized course on the Philippine Maritime Zones Act into the training regimen for its new recruits. This initiative, proposed during a radio program on January 22, 2025, aims to enhance the recruits’ comprehension of maritime issues, with a particular focus…
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Philippine Coast Guard Intensifies Surveillance of Chinese Vessels in National Waters
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has escalated its vigilance over Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) ships operating illegally within the Philippine Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). The PCG has deployed the BRP Suluan, a 44-meter multi-role response vessel, to replace the BRP Gabriela Silang in monitoring the CCG vessel 3304 near Zambales. Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG…
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2024: A Year Free of Piracy in Asian Waters, ReCAAP Reports
In a significant achievement for maritime security, the Regional Cooperation Agreement on Combating Piracy and Armed Robbery against Ships in Asia Information Sharing Centre (ReCAAP ISC) announced that 2024 saw no piracy incidents across Asian waters. This milestone was shared by ReCAAP ISC’s executive director, Krishnaswamy Natarajan, during a press conference in Manila on January…
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Senate Approves Bills to Stabilize Leadership in PCG and Extend PSALM’s Corporate Term
In a unanimous decision, the Senate has passed House Bill No. 10841, which aims to establish a fixed term for the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) commandant, and Senate Bill No. 2837, which extends the corporate term of the Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corporation (PSALM) until June 26, 2026. Senate President Pro Tempore Jinggoy…
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DOTr Commits to Enhancing PCG’s Maritime Capabilities with Resources and Infrastructure
In a significant show of support, the Department of Transportation (DOTr) has promised to bolster the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) with essential resources and infrastructure. This commitment was made clear during the PCG’s New Year’s Call on January 16, 2025, at their headquarters in Manila’s Port Area. DOTr Secretary Jaime Bautista, in a gesture of…
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Philippine Coast Guard Monitors ‘Monster Ship’ Off Zambales Coast
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has reported that the China Coast Guard vessel 5901, known as the ‘monster ship’ due to its massive size, continues to linger off the coast of Zambales. Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, stated that the BRP Gabriela Silang is closely watching the movements of…
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Philippine Coast Guard Monitors Chinese ‘Monster Ship’ Off Zambales
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) reported that the China Coast Guard vessel 5901, known as the ‘monster ship’ due to its massive size, continues to linger off the coast of Zambales. Commodore Jay Tarriela, the PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, stated that the BRP Gabriela Silang has been closely observing the movements of…
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Central Visayas Police Chief Promises Safe 2025 Sinulog Festival
In a recent statement, Brig. Gen. Redrico Maranan, the newly appointed director of the Police Regional Office-7 in Central Visayas, has committed to ensuring the safety and security of the upcoming Sinulog festival. The assurance comes ahead of the Fiesta Señor celebration scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025, which is expected to attract thousands of…
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BRP Teresa Magbanua Stands Guard Against Illegal Chinese Coast Guard Activities in Zambales
The Philippine Coast Guard’s vessel, BRP Teresa Magbanua, continues its vigilant watch off the coast of Zambales to counter the unauthorized operations of the China Coast Guard (CCG). According to Commodore Jay Tarriela, the spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea, a CCG ship identified as ‘3304’ was found operating illegally 70 to 80 nautical miles…
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