00:00President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. declared that the government will continue to work hard
00:05to improve and provide the needs of the Philippine Coast Guard.
00:10The President said that in his visit to the 123th anniversary of the institution,
00:18the government is now focusing on the modernization of the PCG,
00:22including the improvement of their air assets,
00:25weapon capability, and infrastructure development.
00:30He also praised the institution for its calmness
00:33in dealing with the hardships it is experiencing in the waters of the Philippines.
00:39The Executive Board of the Philippine Coast Guard said that the PCG is just proving
00:43its true strength, not by being aggressive, but by having a good dialogue.
00:49At the same time, the President acknowledged the unparalleled role of the PCG
00:54in protecting the territory of the Philippines
00:57in the face of more complicated challenges in the changing times.
01:02We are the vigilant stewards of peace and order upon our seas,
01:07ensuring that the rule of law prevails across our waters.
01:11In the face of tension, it is your calm resolve
01:14that prevents disputes from turning into conflicts,
01:17demonstrating to the world that embracing dialogue and cooperation
01:22is the true essence of strength.
01:25This is manifested as well by our awardees,
01:28to whom I express my gratitude and my deepest congratulations.
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