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<metadesc>Tawi-Tawi is an island province. It is in the southernmost part of the Philippines and as of 2020's census has a population of 440,276. Bongao is the capital municipality. </metadesc>
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<font size=5>Province of Tawi-Tawi, [[Philippines]]</font>
<font size=5>Province of Tawi-Tawi, [[Philippines]]</font>
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*The province of Tawi-Tawi is within [[Cities_of_the_philippines_in_Region_XV-ARMM|Region XV-ARMM]]
*The province of Tawi-Tawi is within [[Cities_of_the_philippines_in_Region_XV-ARMM|Region XV-ARMM]]
*[[Bongao%2C_Tawi-Tawi%2C_Philippines|Bongao]] is the capital municipality of the province of Tawi-Tawi.
*[[Bongao%2C_Tawi-Tawi%2C_Philippines|Bongao]] is the capital municipality of the province of Tawi-Tawi.
*Tawi-Tawi has 11 municipalities and 203 baranagays.
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==Geography and Location of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Geography and Location of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
*5.2000° N, 120.2500° E - Tawi-Tawi, Coordinates
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The province has two seasons: dry and wet The climate is generally moderate. The wettest months are from August to November. The other months of the year are generally dry with occasional rain showers.
The province has two seasons: dry and wet The climate is generally moderate. The wettest months are from August to November. The other months of the year are generally dry with occasional rain showers.


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==People of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==People of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
*Population of Tawi Tawi per 2020 census = 440,276
*Population of Tawi Tawi per 2015 census = 390,715
**For 2007 Tawi-Tawi Population = 450,346
Indeginous People: Samal, Badjaos, Tausugs
Indeginous People: Samal, Badjaos, Tausugs


Total (2007) census: 450,346
:''Below is an article about the people of Tawi-Tawi from the Government of Tawi-Tawi''
:''Below is an article about the people of Tawi-Tawi from the Government of Tawi-Tawi''
This remote province of Tawi-tawi is called the southernmost pearl of the Philippines. This undiscovered beauty is a cluster of 300 islands scattered southwards off the Zamboanga Peninsula and derived it’s name from the Malay word jaui. It is the home of the Samals and Badjaos (commonly known as "Sea Gypsies" among the Western peoples ). They are part of the Sama ethnic group whose culture is closely linked to the sea.
This remote province of Tawi-tawi is called the southernmost pearl of the Philippines. This undiscovered beauty is a cluster of 300 islands scattered southwards off the Zamboanga Peninsula and derived it’s name from the Malay word jaui. It is the home of the Samals and Badjaos (commonly known as "Sea Gypsies" among the Western peoples ). They are part of the Sama ethnic group whose culture is closely linked to the sea.
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The marshland vegetation of Tawi-tawi produce pandan leaves and rattan needed for mat making. The mat makers of Ungus Matata, Tandubas although weaving only for home-use, produce mats that are considered to be superior in quality. The Tandubas weavers make their work tighter and softer with more intricate and varied designs.
The marshland vegetation of Tawi-tawi produce pandan leaves and rattan needed for mat making. The mat makers of Ungus Matata, Tandubas although weaving only for home-use, produce mats that are considered to be superior in quality. The Tandubas weavers make their work tighter and softer with more intricate and varied designs.


==Local Government Unit LGU of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==[[Elected Government Officials of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines]]==
Address:<br>
Provincial Capitol, 7500 Bongao, Tawi-Tawi
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:'''Elected officials of  Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2019-2022'''
*Provincial Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: SALI, YSHMAEL ISMAEL
*Provincial Vice-Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: AHAJA, MICHAIL KONG
*House Representative (congress) of  Tawi-Tawi: Ruby Maquiso Sahali
*Assemblyman of tawi tawi: MATBA, RASHIDIN HALUN
*Board Member (Sangguniang Panlalawigan) In The 1st District Of Tawi-Tawi:
#TIDAL, MOHAMMAD YUSOF AMBUTONG
#SAMSUYA, RENIL MADJILON
#ABDURAHIM, SABUDDIN NAPII
#AHAMAD, ALLAN ALIAKBAR
*Board Member (Sangguniang Panlalawigan) In The 2nd District Of Tawi-Tawi:
# ISHMAEL, ABDULJAMIL SULAYMAN
#ASRI, SUKARNO UTUNAIN
#BAWASANTA, MAHMUD ABUBAKAR
#MASDAL, HABIB ISMAEL AMIL
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:'''Elected officials of  Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2016-2019'''
*Provincial Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: [[Rashidin "Rash" H. Matba]]
*Provincial Vice-Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: [[Michail "Tati" Kong Ahaja]]
*House Representative (congress) of  Tawi-Tawi: Ruby Maquiso Sahali
*Assemblyman of tawi tawi: Romel Matba
*Board Member (Sangguniang Panlalawigan) In The 1st District Of Tawi-Tawi:
#Allan Ahamad
#Sabuddin Abdurahim
#Mohammad Yusof Tidal
#Edzfar Ladjahali
*Board Member (Sangguniang Panlalawigan) In The 2nd District Of Tawi-Tawi:
#Sukarno Asri
#Nasser Habe
#Habib Ismael Masdal
#Elmasia Madjilon
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:'''Elected officials of  Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2013-2016'''
*Provincial Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: Sahali, Nurbert Maquiso Toto Lp
*Provincial Vice-Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: [[Michail "Tati" Kong Ahaja]] Lp
*House Representative of  Tawi-Tawi: Congresswoman [[Ruby Maquiso Sahali]] - LIBERAL PARTY
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Tamburani, Abdulwahab Moluhasim Abdul Lp
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Jaani, Ganda Aleo Ghan Lp
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Ladjahali, Edzfar Sali Papay Lp
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Jaji, Abdulajid Jaddi Lajid Npc
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Abdulmunap, Al-Khalid Abdulhan Nongs Lp
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Habe, Nasser Muhajil Nhas Lp
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Madjilon, Elmasia Lipae Emang Ind
*Member, Sangguniang Panlalawigan Masdal, Ismael Amil Habib Lp
*Assemblyman Ajihil, Myrna Chiong Mheng Lp
*Assemblyman Halipa, Sulay Hassan Lay Lp
*Assemblyman Bawasanta, Rodolfo Antoyan Rudy Lp
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:'''Elected officials of  Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2010-2013'''
:'''Elected officials of  Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2010-2013'''
*Provincial Governor: [[Sadikul Adalla Sahali]]
*Provincial Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: [[Sadikul Adalla Sahali]]
*Provincial Vice-Governor: [[Ruby Maquiso Sahali]]
*Provincial Vice-Governor of  Tawi-Tawi: [[Ruby Maquiso Sahali]]
*House Representative:[[Nur Gaspar Jaafar]]
*House Representative of  Tawi-Tawi: Congressman [[Nur Gaspar Jaafar]]
*Provincial Board Members:
*Provincial Board Members:
*#[[Myrna Chiong Ajihil]]
*#[[Myrna Chiong Ajihil]]
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*[[Governors_of_the_Philippines_2007_-_2010#Tawi-Tawi|Governor of Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2007-2010]]
*[[Governors_of_the_Philippines_2007_-_2010#Tawi-Tawi|Governor of Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2007-2010]]
*[[House_of_Representatives_14th_Congress_of_the_Philippines#Tawi-Tawi|Member(s) of the House of Representatives of Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2007-2010]]
*[[House_of_Representatives_14th_Congress_of_the_Philippines#Tawi-Tawi|Member(s) of the House of Representatives of Tawi-Tawi for the term of 2007-2010]]
 
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Provincial Capitol, 7500 Bongao, Tawi-Tawi<br>
===Elected Barangay Officials within the Tawi-Tawi Province for the term of 2010-2013===
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==Businesses in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Businesses in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
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The trade and investment opportunities in Tawi-Tawi are in tourism and aquaculture. Tawi-Tawi can boast of unique tourist attractions peculiar to its location. Its white sand beaches are certified to have pristine waters while the coral reefs are guaranteed to be world class. Nature lovers and environmentalists would have a grand time in the bird sanctuary in Sibutu as well as in the protected areas of Turtle Islands. Tourist accommodation facilities would complement the splendid sites in the islands. Production and processing of marine products are also potential business ventures in Tawi-Tawi
The trade and investment opportunities in Tawi-Tawi are in tourism and aquaculture. Tawi-Tawi can boast of unique tourist attractions peculiar to its location. Its white sand beaches are certified to have pristine waters while the coral reefs are guaranteed to be world class. Nature lovers and environmentalists would have a grand time in the bird sanctuary in Sibutu as well as in the protected areas of Turtle Islands. Tourist accommodation facilities would complement the splendid sites in the islands. Production and processing of marine products are also potential business ventures in Tawi-Tawi
 
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*We invite you to list your business located in Tawi-Tawi.
**If you have a bakery, hotels, motels, you can list it here.
**If you have a resort, tourist guide business, manufacturing or industrial business, you can list it here.
**If you have a pharmacy it can be listed here too.
**Hardware stores, Agrivets, salon, spas, restaurants, pension houses, etc. are welcome to be listed.
*We do not allow external links. If you have an external site for your business you may not link to it in Z-Wiki but you can point to it. e.g. www.mytawitawibusiness.com - this tells the people of your website but it does not link to it.


==[[:Category:Tawi Tawi Philippines Realty|Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in Tawi Tawi, Philippines]]==
==[[:Category:Tawi Tawi Philippines Realty|Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in Tawi Tawi, Philippines]]==
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==Churches, Mosques, or Places of Worship in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Churches, Mosques, or Places of Worship in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
The name of your church, mosque, or place of worship can be listed here.
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*List the Mosques or Masjid in Tawi-Tawi here.
*List the Mosques or Masjid in Tawi-Tawi here.
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==Schools in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Schools in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
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Public High Schools In Tawi-Tawi
Public High Schools In Tawi-Tawi
#[[Balimbing National High School]] : Balimbing, [[Panglima Sugala, Tawi-Tawi, Philippines]]<br>Principal Of The Balimbing NHS: Abdulwahab M. Sangkula
#[[Balimbing National High School]] : Balimbing, [[Panglima Sugala, Tawi-Tawi, Philippines]]<br>Principal Of The Balimbing NHS: Abdulwahab M. Sangkula
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#Tawi-tawi Regional Agricultural College
#Tawi-tawi Regional Agricultural College
#*Bongao, Tawi-Tawi  
#*Bongao, Tawi-Tawi  


USAID Activities in Tawi-Tawi Province as of March 2009:
USAID Activities in Tawi-Tawi Province as of March 2009:
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==Economy of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Economy of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
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'''Possible Tawi-Tawi oil field to propel economy'''<br>
'''Possible Tawi-Tawi oil field to propel economy'''<br>
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The phase of economic activities in Sitangkai, known as the Venice of the South, can be considered very bullish and stable due to its being the biggest producer and exporter of seaweed and other marine products in the country,” the governor told the provincial and local government officials in attendance at the SoPA
The phase of economic activities in Sitangkai, known as the Venice of the South, can be considered very bullish and stable due to its being the biggest producer and exporter of seaweed and other marine products in the country,” the governor told the provincial and local government officials in attendance at the SoPA
===[[Tawi-Tawi Philippines, Jobs|Jobs in Tawi-Tawi Philippines]]===
If you have a job available and that job is within the Province of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines, you may post it here.<br><font color=brown>'''Remember to be as descriptive as possible and to post your Company name, Contact person, physical address, email address and Phone number..'''</font><br><font color=purple>'''Post expiration of Job Application.'''</font> Go ahead and Click <font size=5 face=algerian><span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Tawi-Tawi_Philippines,_Jobs&action=edit&section=new '''HERE''']</span></font> to Insert your job offer in the "Tawi-Tawi Philippines, Jobs" page.


==Natural Resources of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Natural Resources of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
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:On Thursday morning, Dolorfino and Naval Forces Western Mindanao Commander Rear Admiral Alexander Pama signed a memorandum of understanding with ExxonMobil to secure the exploration site.
:On Thursday morning, Dolorfino and Naval Forces Western Mindanao Commander Rear Admiral Alexander Pama signed a memorandum of understanding with ExxonMobil to secure the exploration site.
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==Tourists Attractions of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Tourists Attractions of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
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*Seaweed Festival from Sept. 27 to Oct. 7
*Seaweed Festival from Sept. 27 to Oct. 7
'''Tawi-Tawi readies tourism master dev’t plan'''<br>
'''Tawi-Tawi readies tourism master dev’t plan'''<br>
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==Fiestas and Traditions of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
==Fiestas and Traditions of Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
Since the majority of the people in Tawi-Tawi are muslims, fiestas are not celebrated in the barangays. The muslims celebrate the Festival of Sacrifice ([[Hari Raya]]), Muslims worldwide sacrifice sheep, goats, cows or camels for the sake of religion and community. It is done in remembrance of the sacrifice undertaken by Prophet Ibrahim, who was ready to sacrifice his son Ismail, but a ram appeared in his place at the last moment.
Since the majority of the people in Tawi-Tawi are muslims, fiestas are not celebrated in the barangays. The muslims celebrate the Festival of Sacrifice ([[Hari Raya]]), Muslims worldwide sacrifice sheep, goats, cows or camels for the sake of religion and community. It is done in remembrance of the sacrifice undertaken by Prophet Ibrahim, who was ready to sacrifice his son Ismail, but a ram appeared in his place at the last moment.
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==Tawi-Tawi Zip Codes==
==Tawi-Tawi Zip Codes==
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==[[Tawi-Tawi News]]==
==Tawi-Tawi, Philippines supports [[Philippine Cycling]]==
'''Philippines says it is now ready to sign peace deal with Muslim rebels'''
{{Philippine Cycling}}
*Source: http://www.mindanaoexaminer.com/news.php?news_id=20120402065814
*Monday, April 02, 2012 06:58:14 PM
:by  (Mindanao Examiner)


==The oldest living man or woman in Tawi-Tawi, Philippines==
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COTABATO CITY (Mindanao Examiner / Apr. 2, 2012) – The Philippines said it is ready to sign a peace agreement with Muslim rebels fighting for self-determination in the restive South. The statement came ahead of peace talks set to begin this month in Kuala Lumpur.
==Your story about Tawi Tawi, Philippines==
 
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The Moro Islamic Liberation Front said peace negotiations are going nowhere after Manila rejected the rebel demand for a Muslim sub-state in Mindanao similar to Malaysia, which is brokering the talks.
 
“Government maintains that it is ready to sign a peace pact with the MILF in the soonest possible time. We have laid a very pragmatic proposal that will ensure real and genuine autonomy for the Bangsamoro on the table,” Marvic Leonen, chief government peace negotiators, said on Monday.
 
He said the last round of talks with the MILF in Marc have been very difficult, with both parties engaged in hard bargaining on the substantive aspects of the negotiations.
 
“Given the dynamic nature of the negotiations, it has to be understood that there are issues that may be hard to resolve. However, government is committed to work hard with its counterparts in the MILF to find mutually acceptable solutions and bring peace in Mindanao. Instead of trying to fuel people's apprehensions, we urge the MILF to work with government and meet our timetable for a peace agreement this year,” Leonen said.
 
The MILF said it will not sign any peace deal unless the Aquino government agreed on the creation of Muslim sub-state. “We cannot backtrack on our demand because it the will of the Bangsamoro people,” said Mohagher Iqbal, the chief MILF peace negotiator.
 
He said the MILF is unlikely to sign any peace accord anytime soon, saying, the government is not committed to forging a genuine and long and lasting solution in Mindanao.
 
The MILF said Manila has offered the five-province Muslim autonomous region in Mindanao which is composed of Basilan, Sulu, Tawi-Tawi, Maguindanao and Lanao provinces.
 
“We will stick with our demand for a Muslim sub-state in Mindanao and nothing more,” Iqbal said.
 
The Aquino government has proposed the so-called “3-for-1” formula to achieve political settlement of conflict in Mindanao.
 
Among in the proposal is a roadmap for development and socio-economic rehabilitation in the Mindanao through the creation of the Joint Coordinating Committee on Development in which the Philippines offered partnership with the MILF in identifying and implementing socio-economic projects.
 
And peace accord through the creation of the Bangsamoro Commission that will be composed of representatives from the government, the MILF, and stakeholders in the Mindanao peace process and to re-craft an Organic Act for “genuine autonomy” and supervise the implementation of the peace pact.
 
And lastly is for the government to acknowledge the historical injustice of conflict and reconciliation wherein it is willing to officially retell the real history of Mindanao.
 
Ghazali Jaafar, the MILF vice chairman for political affairs, also expressed pessimism about the peace talks with the Aquino government, saying negotiations have been going on for a long time now, but nothing concrete has been achieved, except for the cease-fire agreement.
 
“We are very doubtful now whether we can sign a peace deal with government under this present administration,” he said following a recent caucus with senior MILF leaders in the South.
 
“The assessment of the political officers was the recently concluded peace talks between the Government of the Philippines and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front in Malaysia was very disappointing. What the government peace panel headed by Marvic Leonen did in the last talks was never our immediate expectation which is the reason why we are very much disappointed,” Jaafar said.


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