President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. on Wednesday leads the celebration of the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) 121st Founding Anniversary in Manila City.

The President also led the recognition of commendable Coast Guard personnel and units, as well as partner agencies and organizations, that helped the PCG in accomplishing its mandates in the past year.

At least 13 awards and recognition were conferred and witnessed by the Chief Executive, PCG Admiral Artemio Abu, and other top PCG officials. Plaques of recognition were also given for upholding PCG’s mandates amid the COVID-19 public health emergency and other new challenges.

The chief executive also toured BRP Gabriela Silang (OPV-3801), the third biggest modern vessel in the Coast Guard fleet.