Marcos Expands Philippine Coast Guard After U.S. Hands Over Boats

Marcos Gets 2 U.S. Boats as Philippines Eyes 50 More The Philippines is rapidly expanding its Coast Guard after receiving two Marine Protector-class patrol boats from the United States. But the bigger story is Manila’s plan to add around 50 more vessels, backed by major acquisitions from France and Japan. This video explains the new ships, the growing personnel requirements, and how the buildup could strengthen Philippine maritime presence amid increasing pressure from China in the West Philippine Sea. Global Front provides original news reporting, research, analysis, commentary, scripting, editing, and presentation. This video may contain footage, images, or other materials licensed from Agence France-Presse (AFP) and other authorized sources. Such content is incorporated into original editorial coverage and transformed through reporting, analysis, context, narration, and editing. All editorial decisions, opinions, and analysis are solely those of Global Front. #GlobalFront #Philippines #PhilippineCoastGuard #WestPhilippineSea #SouthChinaSea #USPhilippines