The passage of the proposed law on maritime zones would help the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) to clearly strengthen the defined zones in the country’s maritime jurisdictions. PCG spokesperson for the West Philippine Sea Commodore Jay Tarriela...
CEBU CITY – Two-hundred passengers were rescued from a passenger vessel that ran aground off Madridejos, Cebu on Monday, October 23. PASSENGERS of M/V Filipinas Butuan transfer to motor bancas after their ship ran aground off Madridejos, Cebu en route to Iloilo City on Monday morning, October 23....
Authorities train their hoses at motor tanker "Sea Horse" which catches fire at the Batangas Anchorage Area in Batangas on Oct. 22, 2023. (Photo by PCG) A motor tanker caught fire at sea killing one person while a passenger ship encountered engine trouble but all 63 individuals onboard were rescued...
US Ambassador to the Philippines MaryKay Carlson is expecting to "see more" maritime activities, including naval exercises and joint sails, between the two countries as she described the partnership between Manila and Washington as having "greater coordination" than ever. While "joint patrols" in...
The Philippines and South Korea have committed to deepen their maritime cooperation as both sides noted the importance of oceans to their national interests. Manila and Seoul agreed to enhance their efforts as delegates from both sides met in Manila on Oct. 12 for the 2nd Maritime Dialogue....
Sen. Francis "Tol" Tolentino called out on Thursday, Oct. 12, the lack of Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) offices near fishing villages that make it hard for fisherfolk to secure boat permits. During the hearing of the Senate Special Panel on Maritime and Admiralty Zones chaired...
Instead of focusing on the legal aspect, senators on Thursday, Oct. 12 insisted on speeding up the provision of the assistance needed by the fishermen who were affected by the ramming incident in Bajo de Masinloc 10 days ago. (Photo courtesy of the Office of Senator Francis Tolentino) During...
Sen. Francis Tolentino reiterated the need to pass legislation on the country's maritime zones and archipelagic sea lanes following the death of three fishermen whose boat was rammed in Bajo de Masinloc. Tolentino, who chairs the Senate Special Committee on Philippine Maritime and Admiralty...
The Philippines and South Korea will be holding their second maritime dialogue next week to tackle various issues, including the developments in the West Philippine and South China Sea, South Korean Ambassador to the Philippines Lee Sang-hwa said. Discussions will be taken as Manila and...
INFANTA, Pangasinan – Three fishermen drowned and 11 were rescued after their fishing vessel capsized after accidentally colliding with an alleged foreign vessel 180 nautical miles or 333 kilometers northwest of Barangay Cato here on Monday, October 2. A report from the office of Police Col. Jeff...
The Philippine government has launched its candidature for a seat in the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for 2024-2025 as it cited the country's maritime credentials, including its capacity to produce competent maritime professionals and its status as one of the largest...
Foreign Affairs Secretary Enrique Manalo on Thursday, Sept. 28, called for the “responsible use of our oceans” and the implementation of sustainable practices to fight avoid maritime pollution and environmental degradation. A pod of dolphins in the seas off Cateel town in Davao Oriental. (Photo...
