The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) conducted the graduation ceremony of the Coast Guard Non-Officers’ Course Class 107 - 2023 “Sidtala-Bagsik,” composed of 400 male trainees.

Coast Guard Education, Training and Doctrine Command (CGETDC) Commander, CG Vice Admiral Charlie Rances, presided over the activity at Regional Training Center Bataan in Bagac, Bataan, on 21 May 2024.

CG Vice Admiral Rances emphasized that the graduates were chosen out of all the applicants as they have what it takes to be leaders of PCG.

"By standing as graduates, you have proven toughness under pressure, competence in the harshest environments, and the ability to endure and thrive despite hardships and duress," CG Vice Admiral Rances said.

He also reminded the new Coast Guardians to be ready for their upcoming assignments so they can effectively respond, wherever and whenever duty calls.

The CGETDC Commander urged them to immerse themselves in the beauty of the country and appreciate the significance of serving in areas where their presence is most needed.

Also present during the event were PCG Academy, Superintendent, CG Captain Paolo Abejuela; Coast Guard Non-officers’ School, Superintendent, CG Captain John Aguinaldo; and CGNOC Class 107 - 2023 Course Director, CG Commander Claire Selloria.