The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Monday deployed maritime security groups in six “critical regions” as it intensifies its law enforcement operations.
The Philippine Coast Guard on Monday deployed maritime security groups in six “critical regions” as it intensifies its law enforcement operations.In a statement, the PCG said these teams are assigned to Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Central Visayas, Western Visayas, Northern Mindanao, and Southwestern Mindanao.More deployment will cover other regions within the year, according to the PCG.
"The MARSLEGs will augment and intensify our fight against human trafficking, illegal fishing activities, drugs and arms smuggling, and other maritime infringements within the municipal waters," CG Vice Admiral Patrimonio said.“We have initially identified these six critical regions due to high maritime traffic and high reports of maritime security incidents,” he added.
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