LIVE: House holds hearing on the sinking of M/V Trisha Kerstin 3 off the waters of Basilan

Описание: The House Committee on Transportation conducts a hearing regarding the modernization of the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA) and the investigation into the tragic capsizing of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 off the coast of Basilan.

Cong. Jurdin Jesus Romualdo sponsors House Bills 3025 and 5753, aiming to regulate shipping rates and protect commuters from high fares, while strengthening MARINA's regulatory powers.

The committee also delves into the maritime tragedy involving Aleson Shipping Lines. The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) announces the dismissal of personnel involved in the pre-departure inspection. MARINA presents its safety investigation report, citing loss of stability and overloading as contributing factors. Zamboanga City Mayor Kim Elago also gives a statement addressing allegations regarding the incident.

Chapters:
00:00 - Proposal to Regulate Shipping Rates & MARINA Reform
20:30 - Discussion on High Shipping Costs & "Missionary Routes"
29:00 - Lack of Data on Passenger & Cargo Traffic
55:40 - Start of MV Trisha Kerstin 3 Inquiry
1:02:15 - Casualty Update: 65 Bodies Recovered
1:04:00 - PCG Sanctions: Boarding Team Dismissed
1:07:30 - MARINA Report: Cause of Sinking & Overloading
1:23:45 - Discrepancies in Passenger Manifest
1:57:30 - Vessel Modification Issue: 1 Deck vs. 3 Decks
2:18:20 - Qualifications of Aleson Shipping Captain
2:36:00 - Survivors' Grievances on Financial Assistance
3:15:40 - Zamboanga City Mayor Kim Elago Statement
4:47:50 - Cargo Insurance Concerns
5:08:15 - Aleson Shipping Suspension Status

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