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Vice Admiral Supangan assumes Philippine Coast Guard commandant post
Vice Admiral Rommel Supangan has been appointed as the new commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, succeeding Vice Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan. The transition marks a change in leadership at the maritime service responsible for coastal security and search-and-rescue operations.
LSN Philippines ·
MANILA — Vice Admiral Rommel Supangan officially takes over as commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard, the Palace announced Monday through Press Officer Claire Castro. Supangan replaces Vice Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan, who is stepping down from the position after his tenure leading the service.
President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is scheduled to preside over Gavan's retirement ceremony later Monday, marking the formal conclusion of his leadership at the coast guard. The ceremonial event underscores the significance of the transition in the maritime service's command structure.
Supangan's appointment comes as the Philippine Coast Guard continues its operations across the nation's extensive coastline, managing responsibilities ranging from maritime security to disaster response and rescue missions. The change in commandant represents a key administrative transition within the country's maritime service hierarchy.