Manila, July 3 -- A contingent of the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) visited the United States Coast Guard (USCG) Sector Honolulu on Thursday as part of the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) Exercise 2026 in Hawaii.

In a statement on Friday, the PCG said the visit was an opportunity for professional engagement and exchange of best practices in maritime operations, maritime law enforcement, search and rescue and maritime security.

"[The delegation gained] firsthand insight into the USCG's operational capabilities, shipboard systems, and mission execution," it said.

It also emphasized that the visit strengthened interoperability and the longstanding partnership between the PCG and the USCG.

"The engagement reflects the PCG's commitment to cont...