Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas

‎𝗖𝗚𝗗𝗘𝗩 𝗝𝗢𝗜𝗡𝗦 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗜𝗧𝗧𝗘𝗘 𝗠𝗘𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜-𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗔𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗬
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‎Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas (CGDEV), under the leadership of 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧 𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗙𝗜𝗟 𝗣𝗖𝗚, represented by 𝗟𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗢 𝗠 𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗢 𝗣𝗖𝗚, Acting Chief of Staff, CGDEV and other CGDEV officers along with counterpart agencies attended the Special Action Committee Meeting on Anti-Criminality at PRO 8 Conference Room, Palo, Leyte on, October 30, 2025.
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‎The meeting covered several key agenda items, including the proposed inclusion of Barangay Tanods in tourism related training activities, as well as updates on anti-criminality efforts, peace and order situations in the region, gender sensitivity, gender-based violence, and cybercrime. Representatives from various agencies such as the 8th Infantry Division, Philippine Army (8ID, PA), Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), Department of the Interior and Local Government Region 8 (DILG 8), National Bureau of Investigation (NBI), and Philippine Ports Authority (PPA) also presented their accomplishments related to anti-criminality initiatives. The meeting concluded with an open forum for further discussion and clarification.
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‎Through this engagement, CGDEV reaffirmed its commitment to inter-agency cooperation in maintaining peace, order, and maritime security in Eastern Visayas, emphasizing coordination with law enforcement and local agencies to ensure community safety and promote gender sensitivity and anti-criminality efforts.
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𝗢𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘆𝗼𝘀: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 update as of 6:00 AM, October 31, 2025

𝗢𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘆𝗼𝘀: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 update as of 6:00 PM, October 30, 2025

𝗖𝗚𝗗𝗘𝗩 𝗣𝗘𝗥𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗡𝗘𝗟 𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗟𝗢𝗬𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗥 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗖𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗛𝗘𝗟𝗣 𝗗𝗘𝗦𝗞𝗦 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗢𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡 𝗕𝗬𝗔𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗦: 𝗨𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗦 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱

Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas (CGDEV) personnel under the leadership of 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡 𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗙𝗜𝗟 𝗣𝗖𝗚, served as Passenger Assistance Centers (PACs) and Help Desks in connection with OPLAN BYAHENG AYOS: UNDAS 2025 at various ports within CGDEV’s Area of Responsibility (AOR) today, October 30, 2025.

This initiative aims to ensure the safety, security, and convenience of travelers during the observance of Undas by providing immediate assistance, information dissemination, and guidance to passengers. CGDEV personnel were deployed to assist in crowd control, manage embarkation and disembarkation procedures, monitor port activities, and coordinate with other concerned agencies to maintain smooth port operations.

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𝗖𝗚𝗗𝗘𝗩 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗣𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗔𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗧𝗔𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗪 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛

Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas (CGDEV), under the leadership of 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧𝗔𝗜𝗡 𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗙𝗜𝗟 𝗣𝗖𝗚, participated in the Tree Planting Activity in connection with the National Tamaraw Month organized by the Municipality of Albuera at Albuera–Burauen Man-Made Forest, today, October 30, 2025.

The activity aimed to promote environmental conservation and raise awareness about the protection of the Philippine Tamaraw (Bubalus mindorensis), an endemic and critically endangered species symbolizing the nation’s biodiversity and ecological heritage.

Participants from various local government offices, national agencies, and community volunteers joined hands in planting native tree species to help restore forest ecosystems and strengthen efforts toward climate change mitigation and biodiversity preservation.

Through its active involvement, CGDEV reaffirmed its commitment to environmental stewardship, supporting the government’s advocacy to protect natural resources and promote sustainable development across Eastern Visayas.

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𝗢𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝗶𝘆𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝘆𝗼𝘀: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 update as of 12:00PM, October 30, 2025

‎𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗛𝗘𝗔𝗟𝗧𝗛 𝗔𝗪𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗘
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‎Personnel of Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas (CGDEV), under the leadership of 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧 𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗙𝗜𝗟 𝗣𝗖𝗚, participated in a mental health lecture at HCGDEV Conference Room, Ebony Street, Port Area, Ormoc City, Leyte today, October 29, 2025.
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‎The lecture titled “Balancing Desires: Mental Wellness Through Overcoming Greed” delivered by Pastor Ricardo De Asis Jr. emphasized the importance of cultivating contentment and self-awareness as key factors in maintaining mental wellness. Recognizing and overcoming greed helps individuals find peace, balance, and clarity in decision-making, leading to a more purposeful and fulfilled life.
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‎Through this initiative, CGDEV continues to promote holistic well-being among its workforce, reinforcing the value of emotional strength and moral balance in performing their duties effectively.
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𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿, 𝗗𝗦𝗪𝗗

Commander, Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas, 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧 𝗝𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡 𝗖 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗙𝗜𝗟 𝗣𝗖𝗚, together with 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗧 𝗘𝗟𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘 𝗝𝗙 𝗚𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗢 𝗣𝗖𝗚, Acting Deputy Commander, CGDEV, and 𝗟𝗧 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗨𝗘𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗢 𝗠 𝗣𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗖𝗜𝗢 𝗣𝗖𝗚, Acting Chief of Staff, CGDEV, paid a courtesy call to 𝗠𝘀. 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗤. 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗴, Regional Director, Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) Field Office VIII, at the DSWD Regional Office, Tacloban City, Leyte today, October 28, 2025.

The visit aimed to strengthen inter-agency coordination and partnership between the Coast Guard District Eastern Visayas and DSWD Region VIII in promoting humanitarian assistance, disaster response operations, and community welfare programs. Both parties discussed possible areas of collaboration, particularly in disaster preparedness, relief distribution, and coastal community support initiatives, aligning efforts to enhance resilience and social protection within the region.

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𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐄𝐈𝐕𝐄𝐒 𝐇𝐈𝐆𝐇 𝐋𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐓𝐑𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐒𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐒𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) has emerged as the most trusted and best-performing government institution, according to the 3rd Quarter 2025 Tugon ng Masa (TNM) Nationwide Survey conducted by OCTA Research from September 25 to 30, 2025.

The survey results reveal that 75% of Filipinos are satisfied with the PCG’s performance, while 71% express trust in the organization—figure largely driven by adult Filipinos across the country.

These findings reflect not only strong public approval of the PCG’s operational effectiveness but also highlight growing awareness of the organization’s visibility, professionalism, and institutional credibility.

The results also underscore the public’s recognition of the PCG’s discipline, competence, and leadership in ensuring maritime safety, disaster response, and the protection of the nation’s maritime rights, particularly in the West Philippine Sea (WPS).

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𝐏𝐂𝐆 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐒 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓
October 29, 2025

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) respects the right of elected officials to express their views on national matters. However, recent remarks made by Congressman Francisco “Kiko” Austria Barzaga Jr. are unfair to the dedicated men and women of the PCG.

According to PCG Spokesperson, Captain Noemie Cayabyab PCG, the PCG is a professional, disciplined, and accountable government agency that operates with full transparency and under civilian oversight. The Command welcomes public scrutiny, and any credible allegations of misconduct will be investigated in accordance with due process.

“The Command remains open to dialogue with Congressman Barzaga and all stakeholders in Congress to clarify misconceptions and strengthen cooperation toward maritime security and safety,” Captain Cayabyab said.

The PCG Spokesperson also emphasized that the PCG and the PCG Auxiliary (PCGA) are two distinct entities, with the latter composed of civilian volunteers who assist in community-based and humanitarian missions.

“PCGA members are not active-duty PCG officers, and their honorary ranks do not confer authority or compensation,” she clarified.

“The PCG will continue to fulfill its mandates with integrity, courage, and selfless commitment to the Filipino people by protecting lives and upholding the rule of law at sea,” Captain Cayabyab furthered.

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