Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) Commandant, Admiral Ronnie Gil L Gavan PCG, has appointed PCG Spokesperson, Captain Noemie Guirao-Cayabyab PCG, as the new Coast Guard Public Affairs Service (CGPAS) Acting Commander effective yesterday, 22 May 2025.

During the turnover ceremony at the National Headquarters, Port Area, Manila, former CGPAS Acting Commander, Commodore Algier Ricafrente PCG, relinquished his duties and responsibilities to Captain Cayabyab.

Commodore Ricafrente currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Coast Guard Staff for International Affairs, CG-5.

He welcomed the newly installed CGPAS Acting Commander and expressed his gratitude to the PCG Commandant for his support, guidance, and confidence in the CGPAS during his leadership.

Commodore Ricafrente also thanked the men and women of CGPAS for their dedication, professionalism, and support.

For her part, Captain Cayabyab conveyed her gratitude to Admiral Gavan for entrusting her with the opportunity to lead the CGPAS, specifically in conducting information operations in support of the Command’s mandated functions.

She also recognized Commodore Ricafrente for strengthening the foundation of the Coast Guard’s public affairs initiatives.

“Let us elevate CGPAS as a forward-looking force, one that strengthens the PCG’s voice, protects its integrity, and reinforces its role as the nation’s maritime guardian,” Captain Cayabyab said during the turnover ceremony.

Meanwhile, Admiral Gavan lauded the two Coast Guard officers for their contributions and emphasized the importance of leveraging social media, adopting a human-centric communication, and maintaining transparency to uphold public trust.

“Governance is a shared responsibility, a mission that requires unity for the common good, which is in line with President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s vision for the Filipino nation,” the Coast Guard Commandant ended.