by VADM Joseph Coyme PCG (Ret.), Ph.D. | Apr 26, 2026 | Articles
The recent operational training conducted by the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on maritime zones and archipelagic sea lanes reflects a commendable effort to translate newly enacted laws into actionable doctrine. Anchored on Republic Act No. 12064 and Republic Act No....
by admin | Mar 28, 2026 | Articles
Anniversary Message Polytechnic University of the Philippines – 15th Founding AnniversaryVADM JOSEPH M COYME PCG (Ret.)28 March 2026 at PUP Distinguished officials of the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, respected faculty members, proud parents, awardees,...
by VADM Joseph Coyme PCG (Ret.), Ph.D. | Mar 3, 2026 | Articles
Global Oil Shipping Risk and Philippine Economic Impact Amid the Middle East War A Maritime Economics Perspective As armed conflict escalates between the United State, Israel and Iran, maritime economists are closely monitoring developments in the Strait of Hormuz—...
by VADM Joseph Coyme PCG (Ret.), Ph.D. | Feb 15, 2026 | Articles
Former Senator Francis “Tol” Tolentino’s recent statement on the West Philippine Sea (WPS) reflects a decisive and legally grounded position on Philippine sovereignty. As principal sponsor of Republic Act No. 12064 (Philippine Maritime Zones Act) and Republic Act No....
by VADM Joseph Coyme PCG (Ret.), Ph.D. | Feb 9, 2026 | Articles
Why Distance Does Not Diminish Sovereignty — and Why the Kalayaan Island Group Matters Recent remarks suggesting that the Philippines should relinquish the Kalayaan Island Group (KIG) on the ground that parts of it lie outside the country’s exclusive economic zone...
by VADM Joseph Coyme PCG (Ret.), Ph.D. | Jan 28, 2026 | Articles
I. Introduction The Philippines, as an archipelagic nation composed of more than 7,600 islands, is heavily dependent on maritime transport for the movement of people and goods. Sea transport remains the backbone of inter-island connectivity, trade, tourism, and...
