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Said undertaking intensified the vision of President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. on the increase of strength of PCGA members who will support the Philippine Coast Guard in its humanitarian initiatives and disaster relief operations.

During said ceremony, Undersecretary, Head of Department of Justice (DOJ) Law Enforcement and Prosecution Cluster, Auxiliary Rear Admiral Jesse Hermogenes Andress PCGA was inducted as Executive Squadron member.

Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant, Admiral Ronnie Gil L Gavan PCG, has welcomed the Head of Delegation of the European Union to the Philippines, His Excellency Mariomassimo Santoro, and First Secretary and Political Officer, Mr. Frederic Grillet, during their visit at the National Headquarters, Port Area, Manila, yesterday, 13 May 2025.

The visit strengthened maritime cooperation and explored new avenues for deeper and more strategic collaboration between the Philippines and the European Union.

The PCG and the European Union have been working together since 2023. Strengthening PH-EU ties in trade, security, and development remains a priority to ensure sustainable and inclusive progress.

The Coast Guard District Southwestern Mindanao (CGDSWM) responded to a medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) requested for a Chinese national onboard a Hong Kong-registered dry bulk vessel "MV Shandong Propellant" at vicinity waters off Bengo Wharf, Zamboanga City today, 14 May 2025.

The distress call was received at 12:36 PM on 13 May 2025 from Ms. Roselle Rafa, reporting that a crew member of said vessel was experiencing breathing difficulties.

CGDSWM immediately launched a MEDEVAC operation to ensure a rapid and coordinated response.

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