Philippine Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan welcomed Japan Coast Guard Commandant Admiral Seguchi Yoshio at the PCG National Headquarters in Manila. Their meeting focused on enhancing maritime cooperation, showcasing techniques from the JCG’s Mobile Cooperation Team, and reinforcing commitments to safety and security in the region through shared knowledge.
Tokyo-based Fintech startup MarCoPay is catering to Filipino seamen with QR-code payments and loans, aiming to enhance their financial experience at sea. President Toshiaki Fujioka emphasizes the platform’s unique value for seafarers, surpassing local financial institutions in meeting their needs.
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasized the importance of maritime cooperation with Vietnam during his state visit. He aims to establish a strategic partnership with Vietnam and is expected to discuss agreements on coastguard cooperation and rice supply during his two-day visit. (This excerpt has been generated from a syndicated feed and has not been edited by Devdiscourse staff.)
