U.S. Coast Guard strengthens historic relationship with Philippines during landmark visit to Tacloban
Members of USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) and U.S. Coast Guard Forces Micronesia stand with and colleagues from the Philippine Coast Guard and the Mayor of Tacloba Alfred Romualdez in Tacloban, Philippines, on Oct. 20, 2023. In a historic first, the USCGC Frederick Hatch (WPC 1143) visited Tacloban, Philippines, from Oct. 19 to 23, 2023, and the crew conducted engagements marking a significant milestone in the enduring relationship between the United States and the Philippines. (U.S. Coast Guard photo)