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Australia Donates PHP 34 Million in Drones to Philippine Coast Guard
The Australian government has donated 20 aerial drones worth PHP 34 million to the Philippine Coast Guard to bolster its maritime surveillance capabilities. This initiative includes comprehensive training and is part of a broader maritime cooperation between the two nations.
On April 8, 2025, the Australian government donated 20 aerial drones valued at PHP 34 million to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG). The handover ceremony took place in Bataan, with Australian Ambassador to the Philippines HK Yu presenting the drones to PCG Commandant Admiral Ronnie Gil Gavan.
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Purpose of Donation: The drones aim to enhance the PCG's maritime domain awareness capabilities, supporting its modernization efforts.
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Training Component: Australian drone specialists are conducting a four-day training session for 30 members of the PCG Aviation Command Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Squadron to ensure effective utilization of the equipment.
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Broader Cooperation: This donation is part of Australia's broader commitment to civil maritime cooperation with the Philippines, which includes vessel remediation, postgraduate scholarships, operational training, marine protection, and annual Law of the Sea courses.
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