PCG to work with American counterpart
THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said it was set to embark on additional capacity-building programs with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to bolster the country's maritime security. The plan was discussed during the visit of Director of International Affairs and Foreign Policy Advisor of the USCG Holly Haverstick at the PCG National Headquarters in Port Area, Manila, on Wednesday. Haverstick was welcomed by Vice Admiral Rolando Lizor Punzalan, deputy commandant for operations of the PCG. The meeting's main agenda was the operational readiness of the PCG in the face of increasing maritime challenges in the region. "The region is experiencing a growing number of maritime challenges, from illegal fishing to piracy and environmental threats. Our partnership with the US Coast Guard is essential for improving our operational capabilities and response mechanisms," Punzalan said. "The partnership between the PCG and the USCG underscores our shared commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region. Through cooperation and knowledge exchange, we can effectively address the multifaceted challenges we face at sea," Punzalan added. Haverstick outlined potential future collaboration initiatives with the PCG, including training exercises, information sharing and technology transfer.
Tomas Kauer - Moderator 
THE Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) said it was set to embark on additional capacity-building programs with the United States Coast Guard (USCG) to bolster the country's maritime security.
The plan was discussed during the visit of Director of International Affairs and Foreign Policy Advisor of the USCG Holly Haverstick at the PCG National Headquarters in Port Area, Manila, on Wednesday.
Haverstick was welcomed by Vice Admiral Rolando Lizor Punzalan, deputy commandant for operations of the PCG.
The meeting's main agenda was the operational readiness of the PCG in the face of increasing maritime challenges in the region.
"The region is experiencing a growing number of maritime challenges, from illegal fishing to piracy and environmental threats. Our partnership with the US Coast Guard is essential for improving our operational capabilities and response mechanisms," Punzalan said.
"The partnership between the PCG and the USCG underscores our shared commitment to maintaining peace and stability in the region. Through cooperation and knowledge exchange, we can effectively address the multifaceted challenges we face at sea," Punzalan added.
Haverstick outlined potential future collaboration initiatives with the PCG, including training exercises, information sharing and technology transfer.
