PCG Supports BFAR “BAYANIHAN SA KARAGATAN”

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This project is in support of the Bureau of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources’ (BFAR) initiative to distribute fuel assistance to Filipino fishing boats in Escoda Shoal, PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan has directed PCG District Palawan to deploy the Rigid Hull Inflatable Boats (RHIBs) from BRP Teresa Magbanua (MRRV-9701) to provide security, safety, and facilitation assistance during the conduct of this activity.

The Commandant’s directive aims to ensure that Filipino fishermen can access fuel support at offshore fishing grounds without interference from any party, including the Chinese Coast Guard.

Currently, the deployed PCG RHIBs are effectively blocking attempts by the Chinese Coast Guard to approach the BFAR vessels, thereby safeguarding the fuel distribution process. Admiral Gavan emphasized the importance of this      inter-agency operation as part of a broader initiative he termed “BAYANIHAN SA KARAGATAN,” underscoring the necessity of a “One Nation Engagement at Sea” (ONE at Sea) approach to protect our interests in the West Philippine Sea.

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