OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT
HEADQUARTERS PHILIPPINE COAST GUARD
139 25TH STREET, PORT AREA
MANILA

This year, the Philippine coast guard celebrates its 108 years of dedicated service to our nation. On this note, let me extend my heartfelt felicitations to the officers, mend and women of the PCG for hurdling another year of public service as our country’s maritime guardians. The presence of an efficient, safe, secure and environmentally-responsible maritime transport is undoubtedly one of the major pillars of our national development.

Through effective law enforcement and enhanced security coverage along the country’s ports, harbors and maritime tourist destinations, we make sure that terrorism and other forms of illegal activities have no place in our seas and shores. Our effective coordination and interoperability with the other armed services and agencies of the government ensures that unlawful groups are provided neither haven nor refuge. We owe our modest success to our increasing capacity for synergy, cooperation, partnership and preparedness.

Armed with the wisdom and lessons of the past we look forward to strengthen our institutional capacities, operational competencies and international linkage as we face the challenges of the present and the future. With constant guidance from above and your unwavering support, together let us steer the coast guard to another year of dedicated and professional service.

Happy anniversary to us all. Mabuhay po tayong lahat!

WILFREDO D TAMAYO
ADMIRAL             PCG