The Philippine Archipelagic Sea Lanes Center and Advisory Council held its grand launching on October 28, 2026, at Rizal Park Hotel in Manila, bringing together foreign diplomats, government agencies, maritime and private sector representatives, and advocacy groups in support of the country’s maritime interests.
Cabinet Secretary Benjamin “Benhur” Abalos Jr. served as Guest of Honor and Speaker, represented by Undersecretary Bret B. Monsanto. Spearheaded by Chairman Vice Admiral Joseph M. Coyme PCG (Ret.), alongside Vice Admiral Robert N. Patrimonio PCG (Ret.), former Undersecretary Arturo Valdez, and Captain Jaime D. Quinones, PASLCI marked the occasion as a platform for strengthening cooperation among stakeholders and advancing shared efforts toward maritime safety, environmental protection, and responsible use of the Philippines’ archipelagic waters.
