On July 17, 2025, the Philippine Coast Guard’s Maritime Security and Law Enforcement Command (MARSLEC) marked its 11th founding anniversary with a large-scale coastal cleanup at Dolomite Beach, Manila. Spearheaded by Rear Inocencio C Rosario, the initiative successfully collected over 800 sacks of trash along Manila Bay, reinforcing the agency’s commitment to environmental protection. The activity was part of the broader national effort to support the Manila Bay Rehabilitation Program, in line with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s call for stronger marine conservation.
The cleanup was a collaborative endeavor supported by key partners including the PCG Foundation and ProLifeToday, alongside government forces such as the Southern Police District Mobile Force Battalion, Bureau of Jail Management and Penology, and the Bureau of Fire Protection. Their participation highlighted the growing inter-agency commitment and private sector engagement in environmental stewardship. Volunteers and personnel worked together under the leadership of the PCG to clear waste and raise awareness about coastal preservation.
Dolomite Beach, a focal point of Manila’s urban beachfront revitalization, has seen repeated challenges with pollution and debris despite ongoing cleanup efforts. Initiatives like the PCG-MARSLEC cleanup are critical in sustaining its rehabilitation and fostering public consciousness on marine environmental responsibility. The event not only honored MARSLEC’s anniversary but also served as a powerful reminder of the shared duty to protect the country’s coastal ecosystems.