Leading with integrity

IT was a typical busy morning for the Philippine Coast Guard's (PCG) Maritime Safety Services Command (MSSC) in Sangley Point, Cavite. Halls were devoid of people, most of whom were occupied with their day's tasks. I was led by an amiable female officer straight to the Flag Office, a hushed, practical space where most of the major and critical decisions of MSSC were made.

"Sir is still in a meeting, but he will be available in a few," I was told kindly.