President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has reminded the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) to always be ready and aware while guarding the country’s maritime boundaries, especially in the West Philippine Sea. During the oath-taking of PCG personnel in Malacañang, Mr. Marcos said that Coast Guard members are frontliners ready to confront whatever threats come through the country’s coastlines.

Lopez, V., & Ramos-Araneta, M. (2023, January 27). President tells PCG to defend both coastlines, nationals. Manila Standard, pp. A1, A2.