Leopoldo V. Laroya | |
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28th Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard | |
In office 8 September 2021 – 10 February 2022 | |
President | Rodrigo Duterte |
Preceded by | Admiral George V. Ursabia Jr. |
Succeeded by | Vice Admiral Eduardo D. Fabricante (Officer-In-Charge) Admiral Artemio M. Abu (Commandant) |
Personal details | |
Born | Quezon City, Philippines | February 11, 1966
Alma mater | Philippine Military Academy World Maritime University (MSEP) |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Philippines |
Branch/service | Philippine Coast Guard |
Years of service | 1988–2022 |
Rank | Admiral |
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'Leopoldo "Leo" Velarde Laroya' is a Filipino Admiral (born February 11, 1966) who served as the 28th Commandant of the Philippine Coast Guard. Prior to his promotion as commandant, he also served as the Deputy Commandant for Operations, and led three commands: the Maritime Safety Services Command, the Coast Guard Education, Training and Doctrine Command and the Maritime Security and Law Enforcement Command.[1]