The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) recognized a total of 309 trainees of the Coast Guardsman's Course (CGMC) Class 82 - 2020 ‘Sidlap Layag’ at the PCG Regional Training Center (RTC) in Laguindingan, Misamis Oriental yesterday, 24 March 2021.

During the ceremony, PCG District Northern Mindanao Commander, Commodore Agapito Bibat urged the trainees to make the most out of the remaining training sessions and learning opportunities at the RTC.

He also exhorted them to become PATRIOTIC, COMPASSIONATE, AND GOD-FEARING Coast Guardians who will serve the people with humility and compassion.

Minimum health standards were strictly observed during the ceremony.