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The Philippine Coast Guard PCG and City Government of Laoag have signed the deed of usufruct to utilize the citys land where they can build the PCGs station and Regional Training Center at a 2.5ha lot at Barangay 32-B Lapaz.During the ceremonial signing of the deed Mayor Michael Marcos Keon expressed his support for the construction of the coastguard station and training center. He recalled the time when the former station commanders proposed for the transfer of the head station in Ilocos Norte from Currimao town to Laoag City.It was obvious already that this was a very good move. However it took us some time to thresh out and prepare the necessary documents concerning the title of the property where the station and the school would be established said Keon.With the establishment of their 9th Regional Training Center the city mayor said that this will give opportunity to graduates especially Ilokanos who are aspiring to be a member of the PCG. In connection CG Commodore Philipps Soria District Northwestern Luzon Commander said that they are eyeing to produce competitive coast guardians who will uphold maritime safety and security.This is to produce more competitive coast guardians who will uphold PCG functions in Ilocos Norte particularly in Laoag City said Soria.Not only does it provide security in the area PCG also sees this as an opportunity to boost the tourism industry in the communities.Further the PCGs presence in the area will play a vital role in promoting maritime safety and maritime security and boosting the tourism industry said the commodore.
