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Grandmother, Handmaid, Ambassador

[Reuters @Reuters]

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[Jay Tarriela @jaytaryela]

PCG Investigates Maritime Incident Involving Capsized Fishing Boat and Casualties

The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) is currently conducting a thorough investigation into a maritime incident that resulted in the capsizing of a Filipino Fishing Boat (FFB) DEARYN on October 2, 2023. The incident occurred approximately 180 nautical miles from Agno, Pangasinan, after the vessel was hit by an unidentified vessel.

The following individuals have been identified as casualties of the incident:

1. Boat Captain Dexter Laudencia
Address: Calapandayan, Subic, Zambales
Age: 47

2. Boat Crew Romeo Mejeco
Address: Calapandayan, Subic, Zambales
Age: 38

3. Boat Crew Benedicto Olandria
Address: Calapandayan, Subic, Zambales
Age: 62

The eleven (11) fishermen who survived have provided their accounts of the incident. According to their statements, on October 2, 2023, at approximately 4:20 a.m., while FFB DEARYN was moored at their payao, adverse weather conditions and darkness may have contributed to their boat not being detected by the passing unidentified vessel, thus resulting to the incident. They further shared that they used their small service boats to transport the bodies of their fallen companions to Infanta, Pangasinan, as their fishing boat had sustained significant damage.

The PCG is diligently cross-referencing the fishermen's accounts, along with the date and time, to identify the vessels that passed through the exact location of the incident. Efforts are being made to ascertain the identity of the vessel involved, and once identified, the PCG will reach out to the flag of the vessel and her next port of call for further investigation.

The PCG is committed to ensuring a thorough and impartial investigation into this tragic incident. Updates on the investigation will be provided as new information becomes available. The PCG extends our deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of Captain Dexter Laudencia, Boat Crew Romeo Mejeco, and Boat Crew Benedicto Olandria.

[Ray Powell @GordianKnotRay]

Maritime transparency as a deterrent: "Notably, upon realizing the presence of media personnel onboard the BFAR vessel, the CCG vessels maintained a safe distance and moved away."

[CHR Philippines @chrgovph]

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[GMA News @gmanews]

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has certified the Magna Carta of Filipino Seafarers as urgent. | @HanaBordey

(Photo from Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva)

[Jay Tarriela @jaytaryela]

The destruction of corals goes far beyond drama. It is a violent act and a serious crime against humanity. Stop making allegation that BRP Sierra Madre is polluting the water, but blame it to your numerous Chinese Maritime Militia swarming the Philippines' EEZ.
#StopCoralDestruction

[Volker Türk @volker_turk]

Human rights are not ‘nice-to-haves’ to be cherry-picked.

All rights - incl economic, social & cultural - are binding obligations of equal status.

Yet these rights remain illusory for many.

We must invest in systems that prioritise all rights. See how: https://t.co/6qbkbE8vvR

[Ray Powell @GordianKnotRay]

🇨🇳#China Coast Guard 5204 left Hainan Island Aug 26 & patrolled contested waters off 🇻🇳#Vietnam; passed thru the Paracels; entered 🇵🇭#Philippines’ EEZ to visit Scarborough Shoal & Mischief Reef; then Subi/Fiery Cross Reefs & Mischief again; now moving into 🇲🇾#Malaysia’s waters.

[Christian Esguerra @IanEsguerra]

“They just copy the propaganda of China without fact-checking!”

Former SC Senior Associate Justice Tony Carpio calls out certain Pinoy analysts following China’s propaganda “hook, line, and sinker.”

Watch our #FactsFirst interview here: https://t.co/fe1jilb48l

[Leila de Lima @manayleila]

Ipinagdarasal ko ang agarang pagkamit ng hustisya sa pagpatay kay Jemboy.

Dasal ko rin lagi ang hustisya para sa libo-libong biktima na pinaslang sa ngalan ng War on Drugs, na matagal nang naaantala dahil sa hindi pagpapanagot sa pinakaresponsable dito, si Duterte.

[DFA Philippines 🇵🇭 @DFAPHL]

‼️READ‼️ #DFAStatement: Statement on the 05 August 2023 Incident on the Ayungin Shoal. Also found in this link 👉🏻 https://t.co/gb246W75Ua

#DFAForgingAhead

[Kaya Natin! Movement @KayaNatinPH]

Kaya Natin! Champion and former Vice President Leni Robredo was named one of the Most Distinguished Alumna/Alumnus by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association (UPAA).

[Kristoffer @indiohistorian]

This is a VIOLATION of the Bill of Rights in the Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines which the Vice President & Education Secretary has sworn to preserve and defend.

[Enrique A. Manalo 🇵🇭 @EnriqueAManalo]

On our 125th Anniversary, I join all personnel of the DFA in taking great pride in being part of this institution. Through challenges & transformations, the DFA has thrived as a faithful servant of the nation. A salute to the women & men of the DFA! Mabuhay @DFAPHL

[Teddy Casiño @teddycasino]

Looks like a witch hunt is underway at the DepEd. Sec. Duterte has persistently red tagged teachers belonging to the ACT Union. In #StandWithTeachers on this one.

[Ilhan Kyuchyuk @ilhankyuchyuk]

The stepping up of speculation and populist statements in both #NorthMacedonia🇲🇰 and #Bulgaria🇧🇬 does not help reach a constructive dialogue and does not enlist the requisite broad support for the changes in North Macedonia Constitution. This was my message to PM @DKovachevski.

[United Nations Geneva @UNGeneva]

.@antonioguterres condemns all acts of violence against civilians. This includes yesterday’s shooting by 2 armed #Palestinians that killed 4 #Israelis in the occupied West Bank, and the ensuing vandalism & torching of land & properties by Israeli settlers in Palestinian villages.

[Enrique A. Manalo 🇵🇭 @EnriqueAManalo]

Delighted to meet with the officers of the DFA Retirees Service Cooperative today. Their wisdom and expertise are a testament to the legacy of our Foreign Service Corps. Grateful for their continued support and dedication to the @DFAPHL community

[Marielle Geraedts @geraedtsmariel]

Also grateful to the Philippine authorities for our engaging discussions last week