USCG Cutter Stratton visits Palawan to strengthen ties with PCG
The US Coast Guard Cutter Stratton visited Puerto Princesa City, Palawan from May 16 to 19 to strengthen maritime ties between the United States and the Philippines.
During their stay, Captain Brian Krautler of the USCG led discussions with Philippine Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan on operational best practices, community engagement, and sports competitions.
US Ambassador MaryKay Carlson emphasized that this was the sixth USCG cutter exchange since 2019, highlighting the strong bond between both nations and underscoring its importance amid rising tensions in the South China Sea.
Two PCG personnel joined the Stratton's transit from Guam for activities including deck operations and engineering drills, while the ship also conducted an at-sea exercise with the Philippine Coast Guard and Navy in the Sulu Sea to enhance maritime law enforcement, search and rescue, and marine environmental protection.
Following their visit to the Philippines, the American ship will travel to Japan to participate in a trilateral exercise involving coast guards from both countries.
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