The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) activated a new command center in the Kalayaan Island Group on April 9 to strengthen maritime security and reinforce the country’s claim in the West Philippine Sea.
The Coast Guard District-KIG, located in Barangay Pag-asa, Palawan, was inaugurated by PCG and Department of Transportation officials during Araw ng Kagitingan.
Officials said the new district will enhance patrols, law enforcement, and support for Filipino fishermen amid ongoing tensions in the area.
It will also deploy vessels and aircraft while expanding infrastructure for operations, search and rescue, and environmental protection.
The government said the upgrade follows a directive to boost coast guard presence in strategic maritime zones and improve territorial defense.
Source: PhilNews24 | April 11, 2026
PH ACTIVATES COAST GUARD DISTRICT IN KALAYAAN ISLAND GROUP TO STRENGTHEN WPS PRESENCE
Latest from News
Acting Department of Budget and Management Secretary Kim Robert de Leon stressed that free tuition must
The US Embassy in the Philippines highlighted the strong partnership between the two countries after sharing
The Alliance of Concerned Truck Owners and Organizations (ACTOO) opposed the weeklong no-work protest at the
The Department of Transportation (DOTr) has directed the Land Transportation Franchising and Regulatory Board (LTFRB) and
DigiPlus Foundation provided aid to more than 24,000 Filipinos affected by the southwest monsoon or habagat