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<font size=4>'''The Preamble of the Philippine Constitution:'''</font> "We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty <span class="plainlinks">[https://universalstewardship.org/who-is-god/ '''God''']</span>, in order to build a just and humane society, and establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, <span class="plainlinks">[https://universalstewardship.org/universal-stewardship/principles-of-universal-stewardship/ '''promote the common good''']</span>, conserve and develop our patrimony, and secure to ourselves and our posterity, the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, <span class="plainlinks">[https://universalstewardship.org/human-rights/ '''equality''']</span>, and <span class="plainlinks">[https://universalstewardship.org/peace/ '''peace''']</span>, do ordain and promulgate this Constitution."
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::<span class="plainlinks">[https://universalstewardship.org/human-rights/ '''Equality''']</span>: for all the people and never putting the laws of religions above or equal to that of the government. A homeland for all the Filipinos without creating a pocket homeland for the followers of the religion of [[Bangsamoro, Moro or Muslims are not the original inhabitants of Mindanao, Sulu and Palawan|ISLAM]] or any other religions.
<font size="5" color="blue" face="Segoe Print">'''"Universal Stewardship. God, Us and the Universe"'''</font><br>Humanity living in harmony with RESPECT, KINDNESS, GRATITUDE, APOLOGY and FORGIVENESS<BR> to achieve peace, happiness and prosperity with accountability.
::'''Peace''': The Islamic Leaders (Moros (Muslims) use peace as a bargaining tool to achieve their goal for an islamic state. "Give us what we want and you will have peace" is their way of negotiating. Review the "[[Snapshot of the history of Islam in the Philippines]]" and learn.
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<font size=4>'''The Philippines'''</font> is divided into [[Regions of the philippines|Regions]], [[Provinces_of_the_Philippines|Provinces]], [[Cities_of_the_Philippines|Cities]] and [[Municipalities_of_the_Philippines|Municipalities]], [[Barangays_of_the_philippines|Barangays]] and Puroks.
*As of 2015 according to the NSCB (National Statistical Coordination Board)
**The Philippines is divided into 17 [[Regions of the philippines|'''Regions''']].
**There are 81 [[Provinces_of_the_Philippines|'''PROVINCES''']] in the Philippines.
**There are 145 [[Cities_of_the_Philippines|'''Cities''']] in the Philippines.
**There are 1,489 [[:category:Municipalities Of The Philippines|'''Municipalities''']] in the Philippines.
**There are 42,045 [[:Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines|'''Barangays''']] in the Philippines.
***We already have a webpage for each region, each province, every city, and every municipality, and all of the barangays. The barangay system is one of the most effective way of governing. If properly executed. The barangay system literally gives the power of government to the people. The majority of the people in the barangay know of each other. Most of them grew up together and went to the same barangay school. Let us build on this system, a system of humanity and camaraderie where a personal and neighborly relationships make a difference.
*Capital City: [[Manila City, Philippines|Manila]]
*Independence: July 4, 1946. -- [[Independence day July 4, 1946, incorrectly celebrated on June 12|incorrectly celebrated on June 12]]
**Teaching students that the independence day is June 12, 1998 instead of July 4, 1946 creates a culture of UNGRATEFUL people who believe in lies.


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|[[File:Flag under god 2.jpg|380px|link=https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10204214897271717]]<br>The Philippines flies two flags: The national flag and the flag of Islam.
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'''Flag Description''' of the [[Philippines]]
*There are two equal horizontal bands
**blue (top; representing peace and justice)
**red (representing courage)
*a white equilateral triangle based on the hoist side represents equality
*the center of the triangle displays a yellow sun with eight primary rays, each representing one of the first eight provinces that sought independence from Spain
**Bataan, Batangas, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Manila, Nueva Ecija, and Pampanga
*each corner of the triangle contains a small, yellow, five-pointed star representing the three major geographical divisions of the country: Luzon, Visayas and Muslim Mindanao: ''[[Philippine Constitution|The 1987 Philippine Constitution]] changed the name from "Mindanao" to "Muslim Mindanao"''
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A country that advocates "the separation of church and state" should never support any religion financially. <br> Why is the Philippines financially supporting Islam with a [[The Philippine government favors and finances Islam|'''yearly governmental budget''']]?</font>
The Philippines violates the [[Separation of Church and State in The Philippines|Separation of Church and State]] in its [[Philippine Constitution|1987 Constitution]]. The [[Philippine Constitution|Constitution]] of the Philippines declares: The separation of Church and State shall be inviolable. [[Philippine_Constitution#Section_6|(Article II, Section 6)]], and, No law shall be made respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed. No religious test shall be required for the exercise of civil or political rights. [[Philippine_Constitution#Section_5|(Article III, Section 5)]].
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God created the universe. God exists. He is and beyond the universe, he is everything. He is infinite. God is in and outside of TIME, SPACE, MATTER, FORCE, GRAVITY and DIMENSIONS. Beyond positive or negative. As creatures of God we can help make our environment a better place. Do something good everyday. Be respectful and kind. The greatest advise came from Jesus Christ: "'''Love one another as I have loved you'''." The other advise is as old as humanity: "'''Do unto others as you would have them do unto you'''". For the bullies, it goes like this: "'''Don't do unto others what you don't want others to do unto you.'''"
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<font size=4 color=green face=papyrus>"'''Dominion over God's Creation'''</font> and <font size=4 color=green face=papyrus>'''Humanity's Salvation from Damnation'''"</font><br>
<font color=red size=5>'''Universal Stewardship is NOT about RELIGION.'''</font><br>
<font size=3>'''God is not about the eternal damnation or punishment in hell, and neither is he about the eternal reward of heaven. He is about accountability in terms of privileges. God is about serenity and love and the ever lasting opportunity to belong and be "more". God simply wants us to live our eternal life (corporeal and spiritual) and prosper.'''</font>
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==News from The Philippines==
2019 SEA Games
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==Source of the Political strife in the Philippines==
The senate of the Philippines represents only the most populated areas of the Philippines. The senate does not represent the majority of the people.
The Philippines is divided into 17 regions with cities, municipalities and provinces within each of the regions. These 17 regions are divided as follows: 7 regions in Luzon, 4 regions in the Visayas, 6 regions in Mindanao.
Each region is already well represented by the house of representatives (congressmen). However, the senate does not represent the regions properly.
ACurrently (2016-2019) the senate is only represented by one(1) senator from the Visayas, and only three(3) from Mindanao. The other 20 senators are from Luzon and 15 of them are from Metro Manila. Do you call this proper representation of the people in the Philippines?  [[The solution is Regional Senatorial Representation. Minimum of one senator for each of the 17 regions of the Philippines|>>>> READ ON]]
==Geography of the Republic of the Philippines==
Area: 300,000 sq. km. (117,187 sq. mi.).
Major cities (2007 estimate): Capital--Manila (pop. 11.55 million in metropolitan area); other cities--Davao City (1.36 million); Cebu City (0.80 million).
*Terrain: Islands, 65% mountainous, with narrow coastal lowlands.
*Climate: Tropical, astride typhoon belt.
*Total water area:  1,830 sq km.
*Total coastline:  36,289 km.
==[[Bodies of Water of The Philippines]]==
*Philippine Sea
*South China Sea
*Sulu Sea
*Celebes Sea
*Luzon Straight
*Sibuyan Sea
*Visayan Sea
*Mindanao Sea
*Moro Gulf
*Manila Bay
==<font color="green">[[Islands of The Philippines]]</font color>==
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<td align="center">Island Size</td>
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<td>1</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of luzon|Luzon]]</td>
<td align="center">104,688 sq km</td>
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<td>2</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of mindanao|Mindanao]]</td>
<td align="center">94,631 sq km</td>
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<td>3</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of samar|Samar]]</td>
<td align="center">13,079 sq km</td>
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<td>4</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of negros|Negros]]</td>
<td align="center">12,704 sq km</td>
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<td>5</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of palawan|Palawan]]</td>
<td align="center">11,785 sq km</td>
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<td>6</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of panay|Panay]]</td>
<td align="center">11,515 sq km</td>
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<td>7</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of mindoro|Mindoro]]</td>
<td align="center">9,736 sq km</td>
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<td>8</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of leyte|Leyte]]</td>
<td align="center">7,213 sq km</td>
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<td>9</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of cebu|Cebu]]</td>
<td align="center">4,408 sq km</td>
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<td>10</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of bohol|Bohol]]</td>
<td align="center">3,862 sq km</td>
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<td>11</td>
<td align="center">[[Island of masbate|Masbate]]</td>
<td align="center">3,269 sq km</td>
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<td align="center"><b>Total Area</b>:</td>
<td align="center"><b>276,890 sq km</b></td>
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<td align="center">Country</td>
<td align="center">298,170 sq km</td>
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<i>[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Islands_of_The_Philippines#Main_Philippine_Islands_Group Main Philippine Islands Group:] [[Luzon Islands Group]], [[Visayas Islands Group]], [[Mindanao Islands Group]].</i>
The Philippines is divided into three main islands group and are headed under:
*'''Luzon Islands Group''' - It is the most populous of the three groups, with Manila being its center of everything imaginable and as the Capital seat of the country.  Metropolitan Manila is the hub of it all and is one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world with over 11.5 million people.  It is also referred to as the National Capital Region by the government.  Majority of the top national schools are located here and this is where most of the students go to for their college education.
*'''Visayas Islands Group''' - It is the second most populated of the three groups with over 17 million people and its center of commerce, with the most populated area being Cebu island.  It is home to the largest native language speakers of Bisaya.  It's commerce production is second to Luzon's and is home to the second largest international airport in Mactan island - Mactan International.
*'''Mindanao Islands Group''' - It is the least populated of the three island groups with Davao being its largest and most populated area.  The emerald island of Mindanao is the richest in mineral contents and production in the country, and it is considered the country's bread basket as over sixty percent of food staples for the country's ninety million plus population is produced here.  It is also the country's gateway to the East Asia Growth Area of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, & Philippines (BIMP-EAGA) - the truism to that reference is reflected squarely on Zamboanga City and the Peninsula area of Mindanao it services, in its title as the #1 GDP area in the Philippines!  Majority of the international income it derives from is from [[BIMP-EAGA]].
==[[People of the Philippines|People of the Republic of the Philippines]]==
*Nationality: Noun--Filipino(s). Adjective--Philippine.
*Population (as of 2017) - 103,829,424
**Population (as of 2016) = 100,981,437
***Population (2008 estimate): 90.5 million.
*Annual growth rate (2007 estimate): 2.04%.
*Ethnic groups: Malay, Chinese.
*Religions (based on 2000 census): Roman Catholic 80.9%, Muslim 5%, Evangelical 2.8%, Iglesia ni Kristo 2.3%, Aglipayan 2%, other Christian 4.5%, other 1.8%, unspecified 0.6%, none 0.1%.
**[[Separation of Church and State in The Philippines]] - The Philippines does not follow its own constitution regarding the separation of church and state. The Philippines financially supports the muslim religion via the [[ARMM]] and the [[NCMF]]. No other religion in the Philippines is financially supported with a yearly budget.
*Languages:
**Filipino (based on Tagalog), official national language;
**English, language of government and instruction in education. All High Schools, Colleges, and Universities are taught in English, All the textbooks are in English.
*Education: Years compulsory--6 (note: 6 years of primary education free and compulsory; 4 years of secondary education free but not compulsory). Attendance (2007)--84% in elementary grades, 58% in secondary grades. Literacy (2003)--93.4%.
*Health: Infant mortality rate (2006)--24 per 1,000. Life expectancy (2005)--67.80 yrs. for males; 72.50 yrs. for females.
*Work force (2007): 36.22 million. Services (including commerce and government, 2007)--50%; agriculture--35%; industry--15%.
The majority of Philippine people are descendants of Indonesians and Malays who migrated to the islands in successive waves over many centuries and largely displaced the aboriginal inhabitants. The largest ethnic minority now is the mainland Asians (called Chinese), who have played an important role in commerce for many centuries since they first came to the islands to trade. Arabs and Indians also traveled and traded in the Philippines in the first and early second millennium. As a result of intermarriage, many Filipinos have some Asian mainland, Spanish, American, Arab, or Indian ancestry. After the mainland Asians, Americans and Spaniards constitute the next largest minorities in the country.
More than 90 percent of the people are Christian as a result of the nearly 400 years of Spanish and American rule. The major non-Hispanicized groups are the Muslim population, concentrated in the Sulu Archipelago and in central and western Mindanao, and the mountain aboriginal groups of northern Luzon. Small forest tribes still live in the more remote areas of Mindanao.
About 87 languages and dialects are spoken, most belonging to the Malay-Polynesian linguistic family. Of these, eight are the first languages of more than 85 percent of the population. The four principal indigenous languages are Cebuano, spoken in the Visayas; Tagalog, predominant in the area around Manila; Ilocano, spoken in northern Luzon, and Maranao and related languages spoken in Mindanao. Since 1939, in an effort to develop national unity, the government has promoted the use of the national language, Pilipino, which is based on Tagalog. Pilipino is taught in all schools and is gaining widespread acceptance across the archipelago. Many use English, Fukienese, or Mandarin as second languages. Nearly all professionals, academics, and government workers speak some English. In January 2003, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo ordered the Department of Education to restore English as the medium of instruction in all schools and universities. Only a few Filipino families use Spanish as a second language.
The Philippines has one of the highest literacy rates in the developing world. About 93 percent of the population 10 years of age and older are literate.
==[[History_of_the_philippines|History of the Republic of the Philippines]]==
The Philippines had 3 colonizers:
# The Muslims: The religion of Islam colonized the archipelago. With their sultanates, they established their form of governance from Sulu to Luzon. The first Muslims(Moro) showed up in 1380.
# The Spaniards: They arrived in 1521 and began to do battle against the Muslims for dominance over the indigenous peoples of the archipelago. Later the archipelago was named as the Philippines.
# The Americans: They arrived in 1898. They fought against the Spaniards to posses the Philippines. Later signed the treaty of Paris.
'''NOTE: Of the 3 colonizers only the Americans were generous. They built infrastructures and a great educational system. And best of all, on July 4, 1946 they willingly gave the Philippines to the Filipinos. For the first time the Philippines had control over its own domain. For the first time the Philippines experienced sovereignty. For the first time the Philippines became an independent nation.'''
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The history of The Philippines can be divided into seven very distinct phases: 1. the pre-Spanish period (before 1521); 2. the Spanish period (1521-1898); 3. the Filipino Revolution period; 4. the American period (1898-1946); 5. the Japanese occupation period; 6. the Philippine Independence and 7. the post-Independence period (1946-present).
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*[[5 things to do or follow|<font size=4>'''Universal Stewardship has 5 basic rules to follow:'''</font>]]
===1. Pre-Spanish Period of The Republic of the Philippines===
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Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan reached the Philippines and claimed the archipelago for Spain in 1521, but stayed for only a few days. Christianity was established in the Philippines only after the arrival of the succeeding Spanish expeditionary forces (the first led by Legazpi in the 16th century) and the Spanish Jesuits, and in the 17th and 18th centuries by the conquistadores.
*We are plagued with Bias, Prejudice and Bigotry.  
 
**Race, Color, Creed, Religion, Ethnicity, Location of residence, Nationality, Occupation, Income, Education, Beauty, Deformity and Sexual orientation continue to feed bias, prejudice and bigotry. Universal Stewardship provides the guidelines to avoid these pitfalls.
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#1._Pre-Spanish_Period_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
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==We are the guardians, protectors, custodians, keepers, caretakers, maintainers, defenders, overseers, curators, administrators and stewards of God's blessings and creation==
===2. Spanish Period of The Republic of the Philippines===
We are the guardians, protectors, custodians, keepers, caretakers, maintainers, defenders, overseers, curators, administrators and stewards of God's blessings and creation.
 
The long period of Spanish rule was marked by numerous uprisings. Towards the latter half of the 19th century, Western-educated Filipinos or ilustrados (such as national hero Jose Rizal) began to criticize the excesses of Spanish rule and instilled a new sense of national identity. This movement gave inspiration to the final revolt against Spain that began in 1896 under the leadership of Emilio Aguinaldo and continued until the Americans defeated the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay on May 1, 1898, during the Spanish-American War. Aguinaldo declared independence from Spain on June 12, 1898.
 
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#2._Spanish_Period_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
 
===3. Filipino Revolution Period of The Republic of the Philippines===
 
During the Filipino Revolution period starting in 1898 until 1899, there arose two very distinct revolutionary outcome from native Filipinas residents who initiated an armed uprising against the historical Spanish government of the Filipinas, and against the invading forces of the United States of America, who initially had the backing of the northern Filipinos of Luzon but ended up doing battle against them after they defeated the ruling Spaniards because they withdrew their support for the Americans after it became clear the U.S. wanted to take the Filipinas islands foe its own, and paid to get it done legally in the sum amount of $30,000,0000.00 to Spain.
 
The two very distinct outcomes of the Filipino revolution are: [http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#3._Filipino_Revolution_Period_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
 
===4. American Period of The Republic of the Philippines===
 
Following Admiral George Dewey's defeat of the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay, the U.S. occupied the Philippines. Spain ceded the islands to the United States under the terms of the Treaty of Paris (December 10, 1898) that ended the war.
 
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#4._American_Period_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
 
===5. Japanese Occupation Period of The Republic of the Philippines===
 
World War II began in the Philippines when Japan surprised and deliberately attacked the country and after months of continued offensive, the island of Corregidor, the last American/Filipino stronghold, finally fell in May 1942. U.S. forces in the Philippines surrendered to the Japanese, placing the islands under Japanese control. During the occupation, thousands of Filipinos fought a running guerilla campaign against Japanese forces.
 
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#5._Japanese_Occupation_Period_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
 
===6. Independence of The Republic of the Philippines===
 
<font size=3>§ 1394. ''Recognition of Philippine independence''</font><br>
 
*(a) <b><font color=red>Withdrawal of American sovereignty</font></b>
 
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#6._Independence_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
 
===7. Post-Independence Period of The Republic of the Philippines===
 
The early years of independence were dominated by U.S.-assisted postwar reconstruction. The communist-inspired Huk Rebellion (1945-53) complicated recovery efforts before its successful suppression under the leadership of President Ramon Magsaysay. The succeeding administrations of Presidents Carlos P. Garcia (1957-61) and Diosdado Macapagal (1961-65) sought to expand Philippine ties to its Asian neighbors, implement domestic reform programs, and develop and diversify the economy.  In 1962, the official Philippine Independence Day was changed from July 4 to June 12, commemorating the date independence from Spain was declared by Emilio Aguinaldo in 1898.
 
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#7._Post-Independence_Period_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
 
==[[Culture of The Philippines]]==
This is the one thing that separates us from the rest of the world - our colorful and lively culture that makes us distinctly Filipino. This includes traditions, language, arts, etc. which are found in museums, churches and galleries, found within the heart of the key cities. [[Culture of The Philippines|Read On]]


God reveals himself to us through creation. We are not to have dominion over creation, we have been entrusted to live in harmony with God's creation.
==[[Government and Political Conditions of The Philippines]]==
*We are to have responsible and sustainable stewardship over God's creation.
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*Utilize God's creations to improve yourself, to achieve your goals, and to learn as much as you can from your journey in life. Do not abuse God's creation. Gain from it and share your abundance. Develop what you can but with the attitude of sustainable development for posterity. Harvest the bounty of the world but always let nature return to its living splendor.
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*Do not waste. Use only what is needed. Do not simply discard when you no longer need a usable item, donate it or recycle it. Recycle all waste products and do not simply dump them. Keep our environment clean.
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|*Type: Republic.
*Independence: July 4, 1946.
*Constitution: February 11, 1987.
*Branches:
**Executive--president and vice president elected on separate tickets by popular vote for a single six-year term;
*::President for the term of 2010 -2016: [[Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III]]
**Legislative--bicameral Congress or Kongreso consists of:
**#The [[Government_officials_of_the_philippines#The_Philippine_Senate|Senate]] or Senado (24 seats - one-half elected every three years; members elected at large by popular vote to serve six-year terms) and
**#The House of Representatives or Kapulungan Ng Nga Kinatawan; the House has 287 seats including 230 members in one tier representing districts and 57 sectoral party-list members in a second tier representing special minorities elected on the basis of one seat for every 2% of the total vote but with each party limited to three seats; a party represented in one tier may not hold seats in the other tier; all House members are elected by popular vote to serve three-year terms
**Judicial--independent: Supreme Court (15 justices are appointed by the president on the recommendation of the Judicial and Bar Council and serve until 70 years of age); Court of Appeals; Sandigan-bayan (special court for hearing corruption cases of government officials)


We survive and prosper by utilizing God's creation. As long as we are on this planet, everything that we do is intimately and intrinsically connected as it is all throughout the universe. Sunrise or Sunset. For an instant there is no difference. Only in the motion. A man sailing out in the open sea sees a sunrise and at that very instant a man riding his horse somewhere sees a sunset. The air that the Brazilian feels against her face could possibly be that same air that gently touched the face of Jesus Christ in Jerusalem. The rain that the Australian feels rolling down his cheek could very well be originated from the evaporated waters in Mongolia. We are all connected. We all breath the same air and we all drink the same water.  Care and sustain mother earth. Do not pollute, corrupt or defile our source of life. Let us protect our environment, our habitat.
*Administrative subdivisions:
**[[Regions_of_the_philippines|Regions]] - 17
**[[Provinces_of_the_Philippines|Provinces]] - 81
**[[Cities_of_the_Philippines|Cities]] - 144
**[[:Category:Municipalities Of The Philippines|Municipalities]] - 1,490
**[[:Category:Barangays of the Philippines|Barangays]] - 42,044


The development of technology allows us to manipulate science for the advancements towards prosperity of humanity but more often than not, at the sacrifice of mother earth. The knowledge of science and technology was meant for the salvation of God's creation and not simply for the prosperity of humanity.
*Political parties:
**Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats
**Nationalist People's Coalition
**Laban ng Demokratikong Pilipino
**Liberal Party
**Aksiyon Demokratiko
**Partido Demokratikong Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan
**and other small parties.


Every child outgrows its nest. Soon humanity will outgrow mother earth. Will mother earth be able to nurse us until our minds will be advanced enough so we can wield its ultimate power of traveling beyond time, space and matter with a the simple power of our thought? Maybe, maybe not. Until then let us not deprive mother earth with the advancements of science and technology. Let us be the stewards of the universe. Let us propagate universal stewardship.
*A breakdown of  The Philippines' system of government Leadership
**Country
***President - One: the president is elected for a one 6 year term. No re-election.
***Vice-President - One: the vice-president is elected for a one 6 year term
***[[Government_officials_of_the_philippines#The_Philippine_Senate|Senate]] - 24 - (2010): The senators are elected for a six year term. There is an election every 3 years where only 12 senators run for office whose six year term has expired.
***[[House_of_Representatives_of_the_Philippines|House of Representatives]] - 212 (2007): In office for a 3 year term. May serve for 9 years if re-elected.
***Supreme Court - 15
**[[Provinces_of_the_Philippines|Provinces]]
***[[Governors of the Philippines|Governor]]
**[[Cities_of_the_Philippines|Cities]]
***Mayor
**[[Municipalities_of_the_Philippines|Municipalities]]
***Mayor
**[[:Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines|Barangay]]
***Puno or Barangay Captain
*Suffrage: Universal, but not compulsory, at age 18.


The bible documents that humans shall have dominion or shall rule over the earth. It reads: "Let us make mankind in our image, in our likeness, so that they may rule (have dominion) over the fish in the sea and the birds in the sky, over the livestock and all the wild animals, and over all the creatures that move along the ground." That mentality has led us to the deterioration of our environment. We are not to have dominion or rule over the earth. We are supposed to be the guardians or stewards of mother earth.
[[Government_and_Political_Conditions_of_The_Philippines|<i>Read on</i>]]
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The order of things are as follows: God, self, family, country(tribe), religion(ideology). Let us not ever forget that. Universal Stewardship is not about religion or country. It is about God's creation.
==[[Government_officials_of_the_philippines|Principal Government Officials of the Republic of the Philippines]]==
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The Republic of the Philippines maintains an embassy in the United States at 1600 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036 (tel. 202-467-9300). Consulates general are in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Honolulu, and Agana (Guam). [[Government_officials_of_the_philippines|READ ON...]]


==[[We are humans]]==
===[[Government_officials_of_the_philippines|The Philippine Senate]]===
{{:We are humans}}
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===[[The Universe]]===
==[[Economy_of_the_philippines|Economy of The Philippines]]==
{{:The Universe}}
*The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of The Philippines was worth 272.02 billion US dollars in 2013
**GDP (2009): $160.6 billion.
*Annual GDP growth rate (2009): 0.9% at constant prices.
*GDP per capita (2013): 2,765.08 USD
**GDP per capita (2009): $1,746.
*Natural resources: Copper, nickel, iron, cobalt, silver, gold.
*Agriculture: Products--rice, coconut products, sugar, corn, pork, bananas, pineapple products, aquaculture, mangoes, eggs.
*Industry: Types--textiles and garments, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, wood products, paper and paper products, tobacco products, beverage manufacturing, food processing, machinery and equipment, transport equipment, electronics and semiconductor assembly, mineral products, hydrocarbon products, fishing, business process outsourcing services.
*Trade (2009): Exports--$38.3 billion. Imports--$42.8 billion.


==[[Basic needs of humanity|Instinctively we seek prosperity, longevity, and enlightenment]]==
[[Economy_of_the_philippines|<i>Read On</i>]]
Survival is our basic instinct. To survive we the creatures of God need:<br>
{{:Basic needs of humanity}}


Once survival is secure, our minds begin to think about prosperity. Let us go back in time when humans have not yet grasped the idea of farming, animal husbandry, reading, writing or advanced technology. The day to day activity of man was simply to find sustenance and maintain his shelter. As he was able to find the right dwelling for his shelter, he was able to return to this abode after he has garnered his sustenance for the day. This dwelling is a precious possession and must be protected for his survival. He begins to think of ways and means of protecting his prized possession. The skill set that he has developed for foraging and hunting must now be also directed toward the protection and preservation of his dwelling from predators and competitors who wish to plunder upon him. Man learns fast that it in order to survive he must not only have sustenance and shelter, he must also have security.  
==Agriculture and Forestry==
Arable farmland comprises more than 40 percent of the total land area. Although the Philippines is rich in agricultural potential, inadequate infrastructure, lack of financing, and government policies have limited productivity gains. Philippine farms produce food crops for domestic consumption and cash crops for export. The agricultural sector employs more than one-third of the work force but provides less than a fifth of GDP.


The survival instinct, forced man to think of his security. Injuries forced him to think of ways and means to save and cure himself.  
Decades of uncontrolled logging and slash-and-burn agriculture in marginal upland areas have stripped forests, with critical implications for the ecological balance. Although the government has instituted conservation programs, deforestation remains a severe problem.


As he became more stable, man began to think more of the what if's. If I can do this, what will it do for me? The man who had the skills to cure wielded the power of life and death, and with this the notion of the power over death came to be. The man who had the highest skill set of security (fighting, attacking, defending) became the leader and protector. The community looked up to this protector and relied on his strength and skills for protection. They honored him. His words became commands that must be obeyed. <br>The man who had highest skill set of healing the sick became the "healer" and "wise man". The community looked up to and respected these two. Man in his greed took advantage of this.
With its 7,107 islands, the Philippines has a very diverse range of fishing areas. Notwithstanding good prospects for marine fisheries, the industry continues to face a difficult future due to destructive fishing methods, a lack of funds, and inadequate government support.


The healer attributes the healing of the terminally ill to a power that is beyond his own. He realizes this and thus the enlightenment that there is a power incomprehensible by him or others. The healer begins to rely on this power of the great being that he can't see or feel but heals. He shares this knowledge and confirms himself to be the conduit to this source of power.
Agriculture generally suffers from low productivity, low economies of scale, and inadequate infrastructure support. Agricultural output increased by 5.1 percent in real terms during 2004 but stagnated to 2.24 percent in 2005 due to drought and intermittent weather disturbances. Despite the adverse effects of successive and very strong typhoons in the last four months of 2006, the overall annual farm output expanded by 3.8 percent. In 2007, the sector grew by 4.68 percent, led by gains in the fisheries subsector.


As time goes on, the "wise man" becomes a spiritual leader. For the severely injured he works his healing skills and begs the mercy of the being beyond.
===[[Fruits of the Philippines]]===


==[[Who is GOD?]]==
In the past, many of the fruits found at the local markets were seasonal, but today they are mostly grown year-round with intervention. [[Fruits of the Philippines|Read On]]
{{:Who is GOD?}}


===[[The human soul. Life after death, continuity and the connectivity (joining) and clarity]] ===
==Industry of the Philippines==
{{:The human soul. Life after death, continuity and the connectivity (joining) and clarity}}
Industrial production is centered on the processing and assembly operations of the following: food, beverages, tobacco, rubber products, textiles, clothing and footwear, pharmaceuticals, paints, plywood and veneer, paper and paper products, small appliances, and electronics. Heavier industries are dominated by the production of cement, glass, industrial chemicals, fertilizers, iron and steel, and refined petroleum products. Newer industries, particularly production of semiconductors and other intermediate goods for incorporation into consumer electronics are important components of Philippine exports and are located in special export processing zones.


==[[Satan, who is he?]]==
The industrial sector is concentrated in urban areas, especially in the metropolitan Manila region, and has only weak linkages to the rural economy. Inadequate infrastructure, transportation, and communication have so far inhibited faster industrial growth, although significant strides have been made in addressing the last of these elements.
{{:Satan, who is he?}}


==[[Worship vs Reverence of God and Prayer]]==
==Mining in the Philippines==
{{:Worship vs Reverence of God and Prayer}}
The Philippines is one of the world's most highly mineralized countries, with untapped mineral wealth estimated at more than $840 billion. Philippine copper, gold, and chromate deposits are among the largest in the world. Other important minerals include nickel, silver, coal, gypsum, and sulfur. The Philippines also has significant deposits of clay, limestone, marble, silica, and phosphate. The discovery of natural gas reserves off Palawan has been brought on-line to generate electricity.


==The [[evolution of sin]] and humanity's obsession with "SIN""==
Despite its rich mineral deposits, the Philippine mining industry is just a fraction of what it was in the 1970s and 1980s when the country ranked among the ten leading gold and copper producers worldwide. Low metal prices, high production costs, and lack of investment in infrastructure have contributed to the industry's overall decline. A December 2004 Supreme Court decision upheld the constitutionality of the 1995 Mining Act, thereby allowing up to 100 percent foreign-owned companies to invest in large-scale exploration, development, and utilization of minerals, oil, and gas.
{{:Evolution of sin}}


===[[Guilt and shame]]===
==Foreign Relations of The Philippines==
{{:Guilt and shame}}


===Strengthen the bond of the village with Reward===
In its foreign policy, the Philippines cultivates constructive relations with its Asian neighbors, with whom it is linked through membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum. The Philippines chaired ASEAN from 2006 to 2007, hosting the ASEAN Heads of State Summit and the ASEAN Regional Forum. The Philippines is a member of the UN and some of its specialized agencies, and served a two-year term as a member of the UN Security Council from January 2004-2006, acting as UNSC President in September 2005. Since 1992, the Philippines has been a member of the Non-Aligned Movement. The government is seeking observer status in the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC). The Philippines has played a key role in ASEAN in recent years, ratifying the ASEAN Charter in October 2008. The Philippines also values its relations with the countries of the Middle East, in no small part because hundreds of thousands of Filipinos are employed in that region. The welfare of the some four to five million overseas Filipino contract workers is considered to be a pillar of Philippine foreign policy. Foreign exchange remittances from these workers exceed 11 percent of the country's gross domestic product.
The chief of the village grants rewards to those who are loyal to him. Positions of confidence and status are awarded to those who do good for the village and to those who maintain loyalty to the chief.


The spiritual leader formulated the same technique. He had to come up with the "salvation of the soul" from the damnation of sin. He had to create a place where the damned souls are going to go. This place of damnation became HELL, and the place of eternal reward became HEAVEN.
The fundamental Philippine attachment to democracy and human rights is also reflected in its foreign policy. Philippine soldiers and police have participated in a number of multilateral civilian police and peacekeeping operations, and a Philippine Army general served as the first commander of the UN Peacekeeping Operation in East Timor. The Philippines presently has peacekeepers deployed in eight UN Peacekeeping Operations worldwide.. The Philippines also participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom, deploying some 50 troops to Iraq in 2003. (These troops were subsequently withdrawn in 2004 after a Filipino overseas worker was kidnapped.) The Philippine Government also has been active in efforts to reduce tensions among rival claimants to the territories and waters of the resource-rich South China Sea.


===[[Advent of Religions]]===
==[[U.S.A.-Philippines Relations]]==
{{:Advent of Religions}}


==[[We will be held accountable for the positive or negative effects of our thoughts, words and deeds]]==
U.S.-Philippine relations are based on shared history and commitment to democratic principles, as well as on economic ties. The historical and cultural links between the Philippines and the United States remain strong. The Philippines modeled its governmental institutions on those of the United States and continues to share a commitment to democracy and human rights. At the most fundamental level of bilateral relations, human links continue to form a strong bridge between the two countries. There are an estimated four million Americans of Philippine ancestry in the United States, and more than 250,000 American citizens in the Philippines.
{{:We will be held accountable for the positive or negative effects of our thoughts, words and deeds}}


===[[Human rights]]===
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#6._Independence_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
{{:human rights}}


===Pride Vs Vanity===
==Trade and Investment==
We are proud of our prosperity, accomplishments, possessions and our loved ones. Pride is good, it makes humans accomplish great things. As we achieve more, we also recognize that others look up to us more, this makes us feel good. People admire our accomplishments and then so do we, which gives us pride. But the craving for more leads to vanity or conceit. Vanity leads to self-admiration, unwillingness to share, and to the other negatives in life. We begin to deprive others, we begin to cheat others, we begin to insult others. Vanity lead us to envy, to yearning for what we do not have, which then leads to transgression and to the deprivation of others.
Two-way U.S. merchandise trade with the Philippines amounted to $17.1 billion in 2007 (U.S. Department of Commerce data). According to Philippine Government data, 14.1 percent of the Philippines' imports in 2007 came from the United States, and about 17.0 percent of its exports were bound for America. The Philippines ranks as our 29th-largest export market and our 34th-largest supplier. Key exports to the United States are semiconductor devices and computer peripherals, automobile parts, electric machinery, textiles and garments, wheat and animal feeds, and coconut oil. In addition to other goods, the Philippines imports raw and semi-processed materials for the manufacture of semiconductors, electronics and electrical machinery, transport equipment, and cereals and cereal preparations.


Pride is a feel good attitude. It make one feel alive. Be proud of your accomplishments. Be proud of your family, your children, your parents and your spouse. Be proud of your country. Pride nurtures unity. However, never mistake VANITY for pride.
The United States traditionally has been the Philippines' largest foreign investor, with close to $6.7 billion in total foreign direct investment as of end-2007.


Vanity is empty. Vanity will always remain as the favorite "sin" of the devil. It is easy to fall for Vanity. It is more difficult to be humble. Humility is acceptance. Humility is "quiet pride", it is between the individual and God. Once humility takes on a "voice" it leans towards vanity.
Since the late 1980s, the Philippines has committed itself to reforms that encourage foreign investment as a basis for economic development, subject to certain guidelines and restrictions in specified areas. Under President Ramos, the Philippines expanded reforms, opening the power generation and telecommunications sectors to foreign investment, as well as securing ratification of the Uruguay Round agreement and membership in the World Trade Organization. As noted earlier, President Arroyo's administration has generally continued such reforms despite opposition from vested interests and "nationalist" blocs. A major obstacle has been and will continue to be constitutional restrictions on, among others, foreign ownership of land and public utilities, which limits maximum ownership to 40 percent.


==Religions and ideologies must be kept separate from Government==
Over the last two decades, the relatively closed Philippine economy has been opened significantly by foreign exchange deregulation, foreign investment and banking liberalization, tariff and market barrier reduction, and foreign entry into the retail trade sector. The Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001 opened opportunities for U.S. firms to participate in the power industry in the Philippines. Information and communications technologies, backroom operations such as call centers, regional facilities or shared-service centers, tourism, and mining are likewise leading investment opportunities.
Universal Stewardship does not advocate any government or any religion. However, we do insist that government must be kept separate form religions or any ideologies. We ask our followers to do their duty to God and their country and follow the [[Principles of universal stewardship|principles of universal stewardship]] and the [[5 things to do or follow|5 basic rules]].


The order of things are as follows: God, self, country(tribe), religion(ideology). Let us not ever forget that. Universal Stewardship is not about religion or country. It is about God's creation.
Principal U.S. Embassy Officials
Ambassador--Kristie A. Kenney
Deputy Chief of Mission--Paul W. Jones
Political Counselor--Thomas B. Gibbons
Economic Counselor--Larry L. Memmott
Public Affairs Counselor-- Richard Nelson Consul General--Richard D. Haynes
Management Counselor--Catherine I. Ebert-Gray
Commercial Counselor-- Patrick WallUSAID Mission Director--Jon Lindborg
Agricultural Counselor--Emiko Purdy
Transportation and Safety Administration--Scottie R. Laird


As mentioned by the founder of Universal Stewardship, Franklin H. Maletsky, "Let there be freedom of religion, but keep religion separate from government. A country that bows down to the laws of religion will one day be governed by religion."
Department of Homeland Security – Frank J. Cabaddu
Defense Attaché Office--Colonel Anthony Senci
Joint U.S. Military Assistance Group--Colonel Kevin D. Clark
Regional Security Officer--Jacob M. Wohlman
Legal Attaché James D. Nixon
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration--Timothy C. Teal
Veterans Affairs--Jonathan Skelly
Social Security Administration-- Darrin Morgan.
American Battle Monuments Commission--Larry A. Adkison
U.S. Peace Corps-- Sonia Derenoncourt


==Government and Prosperity==
The U.S. Embassy is located at 1201 Roxas Boulevard, Manila; tel. (63)(2) 301-2000; fax 301-2399; website: http://manila.usembassy.gov/. The American Business Center is located at 25/F, Ayala Life - FGU Center, 6811 Ayala Avenue, Makati City. It houses the Foreign Commercial Service: tel. (63)(2) 888-4088; fax 888-6606; website: http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3012.html; and the Foreign Agricultural Service: tel. (63)(2) 887-1137; fax 887-1268; website: http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3011.html.
Government can't prosper without the prosperity of the individual. No organization, community or government can prosper without the participation of the individual. The majority of individuals in a group acting together forges the success of the group. The [[Basic needs of humanity|12 basic needs of humanity]] must be addressed. One of the most important need is the need for COMMUNICATION in order for a group, organization, or government to succeed and prosper. Every citizen must be treated with equal respect and must be availed with the same opportunities based on vetted qualifications.


Not all humans have equal abilities, intelligence, attributes and talents but this does not and should not diminish the rights of any human. Not all of us will prosper equally.
==[[Travel and Business Information]]==


The [[Basic needs of humanity|12 basic needs of humanity]] must be protected and maintained by the individual. It is in each one of us to be the steward of these 12 basic needs.
The U.S. Department of State's Consular Information Program advises Americans traveling and residing abroad through Country Specific Information, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings. Country Specific Information exists for all countries and includes information on entry and exit requirements, currency regulations, health conditions, safety and security, crime, political disturbances, and the addresses of the U.S. embassies and consulates abroad. Travel Alerts are issued to disseminate information quickly about terrorist threats and other relatively short-term conditions overseas that pose significant risks to the security of American travelers. Travel Warnings are issued when the State Department recommends that Americans avoid travel to a certain country because the situation is dangerous or unstable.


#Government and Sustenance: Government will assist in the feeding programs for the needy. Government aid will go to those who are certified to be physically or mentally unable to sustain themselves. Anyone found to be capable but suffer from "addiction" will receive free medical attention and evaluation.  
[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=History_of_the_philippines#6._Independence_of_The_Republic_of_the_Philippines <i>Read on</i>]
##Agriculture: Government will provide free research. Government will assist in irrigation programs, acquisition of seeds, fertilizer, pesticide and management. The government will actively participate in continued development of sustainable ranching, livestock production, aquaculture, reforestation (public and private). If finance is needed, loans will be given at low interest or no interest at all. Never a handout but always an assistance. Farm to Market roads (access) will be provided by the government and the security of such accesses will be guaranteed by the government.
===[[Popular Travel Destinations in the Philippines]]===
##Charitable organizations and individuals: Government must work with any organization or individuals who are willing to help the needy. Acts of kindness must never be condemned.
There are several destinations for the traveller to enjoy in the Philippines. It is best if you hire a local to show you around. Every Filipino is proud of his domain. He is very hospitable and always has a smile on his face. You can find a tourist guide almost anywhere. There are professional travel agencies with professional travel guides and there the pedicab drivers, tri-cycle drivers, jeepney drivers, and taxi or puj drivers. Each one of these individuals are very familiar with their area and will do their best to show you their hometown or show-off their hometown.
#Government and Shelter: Emergency shelters will be the immediate responsibility of the government. Temporary homeless shelters will be provided. However, each family or individual must pass a thorough vetting procedure. These shelters are meant to help the needy get back on their feet and back to mainstream society. Never meant to be a permanent residence for the capable. Those found incapable of moving on, will be reevaluated again for mental or physical disorders.
##Government will protect property owners from deprivers or squatters.
##Government must entice private industry to provide affordable housing through taxation incentives.
#Government and Energy: Government will assist the private sector in creating and maintaining energy resources. Government will regulate the private industry in this field. The private industry will be allowed to profit from the marketing of energy but never to gouge the citizens. Incentives must be provided for the development of continued sustainable source of energy.
#Government and Unity: To foster Unity, the government will make [[respect|RESPECT]] the "standard bearer" of the government in all its functions. [[respect|RESPECT]] will be the priority in all public schools. GIVE [[respect|RESPECT]]. DO NOT EXPECT RESPECT. "Respect is to be earned, only if lost once given."
#Government and Propagation: Government must never interfere in the basic human rights. Government must protect human rights. The freedom of choice must always be respected. However, this does not mean conceding to the deprivation of others.
#Government and Security: It is the obligation of the government to protect its sovereignty and boundaries or its domain. Prosperity must always be protected from deprivers. Government must protect its citizens and registered residents from foreign and illegal intruders.
#Government and Exploration: Both government and the private sector will share common knowledge in exploration. A common database must be created where access is free.
#Government and Healthcare: Each individual must take care of himself/herself. Within a community or government the ultimate responsibility for the service of healthcare is that of the government. Healthy citizens enhances the prosperity of the country. The private sector will supply the government with all the necessary supplies at responsible profitable rates.
#Government and Education: The inherent responsibility of education is upon the individual, the family, the community and ultimately the government. Free education is the responsibility of the government. Educational supplies for students will be the responsibility of the citizens. Educated citizens enhances the prosperity of the nation.
#Government and Pleasure: The freedom of choice will never be taken away from the individual. The right to be entertained and to be happy will be left to the private sector and government's job is to make sure that no laws, rules, or rights of others are not violated.
#Government and Leadership: Government can't function without leadership. This remains to be in the hands of the citizens.
#Government and Communication: Government must guarantee the free flow of public information. The freedom of speech must be upheld but never at the sacrifice of human rights. Never at the sacrifice of [[respect|RESPECT]]. Cooperation must always be encouraged.


==[[Individual Peace, Family Peace, Community Peace, Country Peace, World Peace and Universal Peace]]==
If you want to enjoy the local areas or barangays, do not hesitate to visit the barangay hall. There you will meet the most wonderful and cooperative people. The officer of the day or the secretary of the barangay will be more than willing help you or point you to the right direction. Every barangay in the Philippines has an elected secretary. The barangay captain (puno) and the council members (kagawads) are always moving around, but the secretary is always in the office.
{{:Individual Peace, Family Peace, Community Peace, Country Peace, World Peace and Universal Peace}}


The path to peace is through [[prosperity]] with accountability and security. An individual who has achieved prosperity is seldom "wanting" or greedy. This is also true with the family, community, country, world and the universe. However, peace must always be protected. Defense or security must always be maintained. There is always a bully around the corner who will try to take what you have. We must also protect ourselves from natural disasters. Security guarantees survival.
If you are travelling with teenagers, there is the SK (Sangguniang Kabataan) or Youth Council in each of the barangays. You can have an appointment with one of the youth council members. This is usually a 5 or 8 member group. Again these folks are more than willing to help you.
*[[Taluksangay_Zamboanga_City_Philippines|Taluksangay]] Village in Zamboanga City


==Quotes to live by==
==Education in the Philippines==
#Jesus Christ: "Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another."
There are over 40,000 barangays in the Philippines and just about everysingle barangay has an elementary school. In the more urban areas, each barangay has a public high school.
#The Bible's golden rule: "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" or another way of saying it is: “Treat others the way you want others to treat you.”
*[[:Category:Philippines High School Reunion|High School Reunions]]
#Moses: "You shall not steal, nor deal falsely, nor lie to one another."
#Buddha: What we think, we become.
#Swami Sivananda: "Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success."
#Mother Teresa: “If you can’t feed a hundred people, then feed just one.”
#Billy Graham: "A child who is allowed to be disrespectful to his parents will not have true respect for anyone."


==[[Live Love Learn Teach Share]]==
==Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in The Philippines==
{{:Live Love Learn Teach Share}}
*If you have real estate property, whether its commercial, residential, farm land, or just an empty lot in The Philippines, you can list that property for free. Click to [[:Category:Philippines realty|'''VIEW, EDIT, or ADD Realty Listings''']].
*You can list your House and lot or farm land for sale or lease for free here in Z-Wiki


==[[Love but never deprive, share and be balanced and you will be ENLIGHTENED]]==
==[[Philippine Trivia]]==
{{:Love but never deprive, share and be balanced and you will be ENLIGHTENED}}
*The exotic jeepney is a post-war creation inspired by the GI jeeps that the American soldiers brought to the Philippines in the 1940s. Enterprising Filipinos salvaged the surplus engines and came out unique vehicles of art.
*Short distance and feeder trips could not be more exciting than via Philippine quick transports – **the tricycle, a motorcycle with a sidecar, and  
**the pedicab, a bicycle with a sidecar.
*The world’s longest underground river system accessible to man can be found at the St. Paul National Park in the province of [[Palawan_Province%2C_Philippines|Palawan]].
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|align=center width=85 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=G <font size=4>'''G'''</font>]<br><span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Gap <font size=2>Gap</font>]</span>,<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Ge <font size=2>Ge</font>]</span>, <span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Gua <font size=2>Gua</font>]</span>,
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|align=center width=50 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=N <font size=4>'''N'''</font>]<br><span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Nang <font size=2>Nang</font>]</span>, <span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Nes <font size=2>Nes</font>]</span>
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|align=center width=50 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=U <font size=4>'''U'''</font>]<br><span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Upper <font size=2>Upper</font>]</span>
|align=center width=50 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=V <font size=4>'''V'''</font>]<br><span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Villa <font size=2>'''Villa'''</font>]</span><br><span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Ville <font size=2>'''Ville'''</font>]</span>
|align=center width=50 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=W <font size=4>'''W'''</font>]<br>
|align=center width=50 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=X <font size=4>'''X'''</font>]<br><font size=2>Xa, Xe</font>
|align=center width=52 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Y <font size=4>'''Y'''</font>]<br><font size=2>Yab, yob</font>
|align=center width=50 valign=top|<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&from=Z <font size=4>'''Z'''</font>]<br><font size=2>Zal, Zel</font>
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There are 42,045 barangays in the Philippines. The first 200 are listed below.<br>
<font size=3>(previous 200) (<span class="plainlinks">[http://www.zamboanga.com/z/index.php?title=Category:Barangays_of_the_Philippines&amp;pagefrom=Adlawan%2C+Valencia%2C+Bohol%2C+Philippines#mw-pages '''next 200''']</span>)</font>
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<font size=3>'''5'''</font>
*[[50th District, Ozamis City, Misamis Occidental, Philippines]]
<font size=3>'''A'''</font>
*[[A-et, Sulat, Eastern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[A. Beltran, Jabonga, Agusan del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[A. Bonifacio, Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines]]
*[[A. Bonifacio, Llanera, Nueva Ecija, Philippines]]
*[[A. Bonifacio, Mayorga, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[A. Bonifacio-Caguioa-Rimando, Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines]]
*[[A. Dalusag, Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo, Cavite, Philippines]]
*[[A. Mabini, Guinayangan, Quezon, Philippines]]
*[[A. O. Floirendo, Panabo City, Davao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[A. Pascual, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines]]
*[[A. Rivera (Pob.), Hermosa, Bataan, Philippines]]
*[[Ab-abut, Piddig, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Ababa-an, Balbalan, Kalinga, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Bangui, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Cataingan, Masbate, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Cauayan, Negros Occidental, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Dagami, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Dupax Del Sur, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Mabini, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, San Enrique, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abaca, Tobias Fornier (DAO), Antique, Philippines]]
*[[Abaccan, Sigay, Ilocos Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abachanan, Sierra Bullones, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abad Santos, Bulan, Sorsogon, Philippines]]
*[[Abad Santos, Mabini, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abad Santos, Santa Monica, Surigao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abaga, Balindong, Lanao del Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abaga, Baloi, Lanao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abaga, Lala, Lanao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abaga, Libungan, Cotabato, Philippines]]
*[[Abaga, Madalum, Lanao del Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abaga, Nunungan, Lanao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abagao, Camalaniugan, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abagao, Lal-Lo, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abagat (Pob.), Agutaya, Palawan, Philippines]]
*[[Abagon, Gerona, Tarlac, Philippines]]
*[[Abanao-Zandueta-Kayong-Chugum, Baguio City, Benguet, Philippines]]
*[[Abang, Bucay, Abra, Philippines]]
*[[Abang, Lucban, Quezon, Philippines]]
*[[Abang-abang, Alimodian, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abangan Norte, Marilao, Bulacan, Philippines]]
*[[Abangan Sur, Marilao, Bulacan, Philippines]]
*[[Abangay, Dingle, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abangay, Janiuay, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abangay, Pototan, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abangay, Tapaz, Capiz, Philippines]]
*[[Abango, Barugo, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abanilla, Calubian, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abanon, San Carlos City, Pangasinan, Philippines]]
*[[Abanqueruan, Pamplona, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abante, Pamplona, Negros Oriental, Philippines]]
*[[Abaquid, Danglas, Abra, Philippines]]
*[[Abar Ist, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines]]
*[[Abar, San Jose City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines]]
*[[Abariongan Ruar, Santo Niño, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abariongan Uneg, Santo Niño, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abaroan, Roxas, Palawan, Philippines]]
*[[Abas, Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines]]
*[[Abat, Mina, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abatan, Bauko, Mountain, Philippines]]
*[[Abatan, Buguias, Benguet, Philippines]]
*[[Abatan, Hungduan, Ifugao, Philippines]]
*[[Abaton, Laoang, Northern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Abay, Maasin, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abaya, Galimuyod, Ilocos Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abbag, Maddela, Quirino, Philippines]]</td>
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*[[Abbeg, Alcala, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abdullah Buisan, Masiu, Lanao del Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abehilan, San Isidro, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abejao, Salcedo, Eastern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Abella, Ligao City, Albay, Philippines]]
*[[Abella, Naga City, Philippines]]
*[[Abelo, San Nicolas, Batangas, Philippines]]
*[[Aberawan, El Nido, Palawan, Philippines]]
*[[Abeto Mirasol Taft South, Iloilo City, Philippines]]
*[[Abgao, Maasin City, Southern Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abgao, Malitbog, Southern Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abiacao, San Luis, Batangas, Philippines]]
*[[Abian, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines]]
*[[Abiang, Atok, Benguet, Philippines]]
*[[Abiawin, Infanta, Quezon, Philippines]]
*[[Abiera, Sebaste, Antique, Philippines]]
*[[Abihao, Baras, Catanduanes, Philippines]]
*[[Abihid, Dimiao, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abihilan, Candijay, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abijao, Villaba, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abijilan, Garcia Hernandez, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abijod, Cateel, Davao Oriental, Philippines]]
*[[Abilan, Buenavista, Agusan del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abilay Norte, Oton, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abilay Sur, Oton, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abilay, Maasin, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abinganan, Bambang, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines]]
*[[Abinuan, Lagawe, Ifugao, Philippines]]
*[[Abis, Mabinay, Negros Oriental, Philippines]]
*[[Abkir, Vintar, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Ablan Sarat, Burgos, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Ablan, Batac City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Ablang-Sapang, Moncada, Tarlac, Philippines]]
*[[Ablayan, Dalaguete, Cebu, Philippines]]
*[[Ableg, Daguioman, Abra, Philippines]]
*[[Ableg, Pasil, Kalinga, Philippines]]
*[[Abnate, Kiblawan, Davao del Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abo, Nagcarlan, Laguna, Philippines]]
*[[Abo, Tigaon, Camarines Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abo-abo, Mauban, Quezon, Philippines]]
*[[Abo-abo, Murcia, Negros Occidental, Philippines]]
*[[Abo-abo, Sofronio Española, Palawan, Philippines]]
*[[Abogado, Paniqui, Tarlac, Philippines]]
*[[Abolo, Amulung, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abonagan, Malasiqui, Pangasinan, Philippines]]
*[[Abong, Carles, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Abong-Abong, Maluso, Basilan, Philippines]]
*[[Abong-abong, Tabina, Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abongan, Taytay, Palawan, Philippines]]
*[[Abot Molina, Umingan, Pangasinan, Philippines]]
*[[Abra, Gattaran, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Abra, Santiago City, Isabela, Philippines]]
*[[Abre, Dagami, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abualan, San Juan, Abra, Philippines]]
*[[Abuanan, Bago City, Negros Occidental, Philippines]]
*[[Abucay (Pob.), Sulat, Eastern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Abucay Norte, Sikatuna, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abucay Sur, Sikatuna, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abucay, Piddig, locos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abucay, Pilar, Sorsogon, Philippines]]
*[[Abucayan Norte, Calape, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abucayan Sur, Calape, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Abucayan, Balamban, Cebu, Philippines]]
*[[Abucayan, Goa, Camarines Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abugon, Sibonga, Cebu, Philippines]]
*[[Abulalas, Hagonoy, Bulacan, Philippines]]
*[[Abulan, Jones, Isabela, Philippines]]
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*[[Abuleg, Dinalungan, Aurora, Philippines]]
*[[Abunda, Mabuhay, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines]]
*[[Abunda, Magsaysay, Misamis Oriental, Philippines]]
*[[Abung, San Juan, Batangas, Philippines]]
*[[Abuno, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Abuor, Narvacan, Ilocos Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Abut, Quezon, Isabela, Philippines]]
*[[Abut, San Fernando City, La Union, Philippines]]
*[[Abuyo, Alfonso Castaneda, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines]]
*[[Abuyog, Sorsogon City, Sorsogon, Philippines]]
*[[Abuyogay, Javier, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abuyogon, Burauen, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Abuyon, San Narciso, Quezon, Philippines]]
*[[Acaban, Culaba, Biliran, Philippines]]
*[[Acacia Davao City Philippines]]
*[[Acacia, Catarman, Northern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Acacia, Kayapa, Nueva Vizcaya, Philippines]]
*[[Acacia, Malabon City, Philippines]]
*[[Acacia, Silang, Cavite, Philippines]]
*[[Acad, Aurora, Zamboanga del Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Acao, Bauang, La Union, Philippines]]
*[[Acao, Cabatuan, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Acasia, Maasin City, Southern Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Acbo, Sigma, Capiz, Philippines]]
*[[Accusilian, Tuao, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Acedillo, Calbayog City, Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Acedillo,Victoria, Northern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Acerida, Bobon, Northern Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Acevida, Siniloan, Laguna, Philippines]]
*[[Achasol, Titay, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines]]
*[[Achila, Ubay, Bohol, Philippines]]
*[[Aciga, Pinukpuk, Kalinga, Philippines]]
*[[Aclan, Nasipit, Agusan del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Acle, Tuy, Batangas, Philippines]]
*[[Acli, Mexico, Pampanga, Philippines]]
*[[Acmac, Iligan City, Lanao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Acnam, Nueva Era ,Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Acocolao, Paniqui, Tarlac, Philippines]]
*[[Acop, Rosales, Pangasinan, Philippines]]
*[[Acosta, Batac City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Actin, Basay, Negros Oriental, Philippines]]
*[[Acuit, Barotac Nuevo, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Acuña, Tapaz, Capiz, Philippines]]
*[[Ada, Tanauan, Leyte, Philippines]]
*[[Adams (Pob.), Adams, Ilocos Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Adante, Pinan, Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Adaoag, Baggao, Cagayan, Philippines]]
*[[Adaoay, Kabayan, Benguet, Philippines]]
*[[Adaon, Datu Anggal Midtimbang, Maguindanao, Philippines]]
*[[Adapun-Ali (Dariat), Baloi, Lanao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Adcadarao, Ajuy, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Addalam, Jones, Isabela, Philippines]]
*[[Addition Hills, Mandaluyong City, Philippines]]
*[[Addition Hills, San Juan City, Philippines]]
*[[Adecor, Island Garden City of Samal, Davao del Norte, Philippines]]
*[[Adela Heights (Pob.), Gandara, Samar, Philippines]]
*[[Adela, Poro, Cebu, Philippines]]
*[[Adela, Rizal, Mindoro Occidental, Philippines]]
*[[Adgao, Tubungan, Iloilo, Philippines]]
*[[Adia Bitaog, Gumaca, Quezon, Philippines]]
*[[Adia, Agoncillo, Batangas, Philippines]]
*[[Adia, Santa Maria, Laguna, Philippines]]
*[[Adiangao, San Jose, Camarines Sur, Philippines]]
*[[Adjid, Indanan, Sulu, Philippines]]
*[[Adlas, Silang, Cavite, Philippines]]
*[[Adlawan, Roxas City, Capiz, Philippines]]</td>
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The Preamble of the Philippine Constitution: "We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God, in order to build a just and humane society, and establish a Government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, promote the common good, conserve and develop our patrimony, and secure to ourselves and our posterity, the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace, do ordain and promulgate this Constitution."

Equality: for all the people and never putting the laws of religions above or equal to that of the government. A homeland for all the Filipinos without creating a pocket homeland for the followers of the religion of ISLAM or any other religions.
Peace: The Islamic Leaders (Moros (Muslims) use peace as a bargaining tool to achieve their goal for an islamic state. "Give us what we want and you will have peace" is their way of negotiating. Review the "Snapshot of the history of Islam in the Philippines" and learn.

The Philippines is divided into Regions, Provinces, Cities and Municipalities, Barangays and Puroks.

  • As of 2015 according to the NSCB (National Statistical Coordination Board)
    • The Philippines is divided into 17 Regions.
    • There are 81 PROVINCES in the Philippines.
    • There are 145 Cities in the Philippines.
    • There are 1,489 Municipalities in the Philippines.
    • There are 42,045 Barangays in the Philippines.
      • We already have a webpage for each region, each province, every city, and every municipality, and all of the barangays. The barangay system is one of the most effective way of governing. If properly executed. The barangay system literally gives the power of government to the people. The majority of the people in the barangay know of each other. Most of them grew up together and went to the same barangay school. Let us build on this system, a system of humanity and camaraderie where a personal and neighborly relationships make a difference.
  • Capital City: Manila
  • Independence: July 4, 1946. -- incorrectly celebrated on June 12
    • Teaching students that the independence day is June 12, 1998 instead of July 4, 1946 creates a culture of UNGRATEFUL people who believe in lies.
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The Philippines flies two flags: The national flag and the flag of Islam.

Flag Description of the Philippines

  • There are two equal horizontal bands
    • blue (top; representing peace and justice)
    • red (representing courage)
  • a white equilateral triangle based on the hoist side represents equality
  • the center of the triangle displays a yellow sun with eight primary rays, each representing one of the first eight provinces that sought independence from Spain
    • Bataan, Batangas, Bulacan, Cavite, Laguna, Manila, Nueva Ecija, and Pampanga
  • each corner of the triangle contains a small, yellow, five-pointed star representing the three major geographical divisions of the country: Luzon, Visayas and Muslim Mindanao: The 1987 Philippine Constitution changed the name from "Mindanao" to "Muslim Mindanao"

The design of the flag dates to 1897; in wartime the flag is flown upside down with the red band at the top.

A country that advocates "the separation of church and state" should never support any religion financially.
Why is the Philippines financially supporting Islam with a yearly governmental budget?

The Philippines violates the Separation of Church and State in its 1987 Constitution. The Constitution of the Philippines declares: The separation of Church and State shall be inviolable. (Article II, Section 6), and, No law shall be made respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. The free exercise and enjoyment of religious profession and worship, without discrimination or preference, shall forever be allowed. No religious test shall be required for the exercise of civil or political rights. (Article III, Section 5).

List of the 17 Regions in the Philippines
National - Capital Region I - Ilocos II - Cagayan III - C. Luzon IV-A - Calabarzon IV-B - Mimaropa V - Bicol VI - W. Visayas VII - C. Visayas VIII - E. Visayas IX - Zamboanga X - N. Mindanao XI - Davao XII - Soccsksargen XIII - Caraga XIV - CAR XV - BARMM


Regions | Philippine Provinces | Philippine Cities | Municipalities | Barangays | High School Reunions


Philippines, is the only country in the world which is 85% Catholic that created FIVE(5) national laws "favoring", "promoting" and "financing" the religion of ISLAM.
Then made it unlawful to finance all other religions. Islamic insurgents paid off the architects of the 1987 constitution to insert two words: Muslim and Autonomous.
They classify all the Muslims(Moros) not only as followers of Islam but also as
indigenous people. The only country in the world that has a government commission that caters to Muslims only, for the hajj, for madrasas, and the spread of Islam at government's expense PAID by the taxes of Non-Muslims. A government-run Muslim channel, Salaam TV to promote Islam.

Religion is always good for the people but it should never be embraced or financed by government. Tax exemption is not tantamount to financing. Every non-profit organization is tax-exempt.
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News from The Philippines

2019 SEA Games

SEA Games 2019 medals count
Country Gold Silver Bronze Total
Philippines 149 149 121 387
Vietnam 98 85 105 288
Thailand 92 103 123 318
Indonesia 72 84 111 267
Malaysia 55 58 71 184
Singapore 53 46 68 167
Myanmar (Burma) 4 18 50 72
Cambodia 4 6 36 46
Brunei 2 5 6 13
Laos 1 5 27 33
Timor-Leste 0 1 5 6

Source of the Political strife in the Philippines

The senate of the Philippines represents only the most populated areas of the Philippines. The senate does not represent the majority of the people.

The Philippines is divided into 17 regions with cities, municipalities and provinces within each of the regions. These 17 regions are divided as follows: 7 regions in Luzon, 4 regions in the Visayas, 6 regions in Mindanao. Each region is already well represented by the house of representatives (congressmen). However, the senate does not represent the regions properly. ACurrently (2016-2019) the senate is only represented by one(1) senator from the Visayas, and only three(3) from Mindanao. The other 20 senators are from Luzon and 15 of them are from Metro Manila. Do you call this proper representation of the people in the Philippines? >>>> READ ON

Geography of the Republic of the Philippines

Area: 300,000 sq. km. (117,187 sq. mi.). Major cities (2007 estimate): Capital--Manila (pop. 11.55 million in metropolitan area); other cities--Davao City (1.36 million); Cebu City (0.80 million).

  • Terrain: Islands, 65% mountainous, with narrow coastal lowlands.
  • Climate: Tropical, astride typhoon belt.
  • Total water area: 1,830 sq km.
  • Total coastline: 36,289 km.

Bodies of Water of The Philippines

  • Philippine Sea
  • South China Sea
  • Sulu Sea
  • Celebes Sea
  • Luzon Straight
  • Sibuyan Sea
  • Visayan Sea
  • Mindanao Sea
  • Moro Gulf
  • Manila Bay

Islands of The Philippines

Philippines 11 Largest Islands.GIF
11 Largest Philippine Islands
Island Name Island Size
1 Luzon 104,688 sq km
2 Mindanao 94,631 sq km
3 Samar 13,079 sq km
4 Negros 12,704 sq km
5 Palawan 11,785 sq km
6 Panay 11,515 sq km
7 Mindoro 9,736 sq km
8 Leyte 7,213 sq km
9 Cebu 4,408 sq km
10 Bohol 3,862 sq km
11 Masbate 3,269 sq km
Total Area: 276,890 sq km
Country 298,170 sq km

Main Philippine Islands Group: Luzon Islands Group, Visayas Islands Group, Mindanao Islands Group.

The Philippines is divided into three main islands group and are headed under:

  • Luzon Islands Group - It is the most populous of the three groups, with Manila being its center of everything imaginable and as the Capital seat of the country. Metropolitan Manila is the hub of it all and is one of the most densely populated urban areas in the world with over 11.5 million people. It is also referred to as the National Capital Region by the government. Majority of the top national schools are located here and this is where most of the students go to for their college education.
  • Visayas Islands Group - It is the second most populated of the three groups with over 17 million people and its center of commerce, with the most populated area being Cebu island. It is home to the largest native language speakers of Bisaya. It's commerce production is second to Luzon's and is home to the second largest international airport in Mactan island - Mactan International.
  • Mindanao Islands Group - It is the least populated of the three island groups with Davao being its largest and most populated area. The emerald island of Mindanao is the richest in mineral contents and production in the country, and it is considered the country's bread basket as over sixty percent of food staples for the country's ninety million plus population is produced here. It is also the country's gateway to the East Asia Growth Area of Brunei, Indonesia, Malaysia, & Philippines (BIMP-EAGA) - the truism to that reference is reflected squarely on Zamboanga City and the Peninsula area of Mindanao it services, in its title as the #1 GDP area in the Philippines! Majority of the international income it derives from is from BIMP-EAGA.

People of the Republic of the Philippines

  • Nationality: Noun--Filipino(s). Adjective--Philippine.
  • Population (as of 2017) - 103,829,424
    • Population (as of 2016) = 100,981,437
      • Population (2008 estimate): 90.5 million.
  • Annual growth rate (2007 estimate): 2.04%.
  • Ethnic groups: Malay, Chinese.
  • Religions (based on 2000 census): Roman Catholic 80.9%, Muslim 5%, Evangelical 2.8%, Iglesia ni Kristo 2.3%, Aglipayan 2%, other Christian 4.5%, other 1.8%, unspecified 0.6%, none 0.1%.
    • Separation of Church and State in The Philippines - The Philippines does not follow its own constitution regarding the separation of church and state. The Philippines financially supports the muslim religion via the ARMM and the NCMF. No other religion in the Philippines is financially supported with a yearly budget.
  • Languages:
    • Filipino (based on Tagalog), official national language;
    • English, language of government and instruction in education. All High Schools, Colleges, and Universities are taught in English, All the textbooks are in English.
  • Education: Years compulsory--6 (note: 6 years of primary education free and compulsory; 4 years of secondary education free but not compulsory). Attendance (2007)--84% in elementary grades, 58% in secondary grades. Literacy (2003)--93.4%.
  • Health: Infant mortality rate (2006)--24 per 1,000. Life expectancy (2005)--67.80 yrs. for males; 72.50 yrs. for females.
  • Work force (2007): 36.22 million. Services (including commerce and government, 2007)--50%; agriculture--35%; industry--15%.

The majority of Philippine people are descendants of Indonesians and Malays who migrated to the islands in successive waves over many centuries and largely displaced the aboriginal inhabitants. The largest ethnic minority now is the mainland Asians (called Chinese), who have played an important role in commerce for many centuries since they first came to the islands to trade. Arabs and Indians also traveled and traded in the Philippines in the first and early second millennium. As a result of intermarriage, many Filipinos have some Asian mainland, Spanish, American, Arab, or Indian ancestry. After the mainland Asians, Americans and Spaniards constitute the next largest minorities in the country.

More than 90 percent of the people are Christian as a result of the nearly 400 years of Spanish and American rule. The major non-Hispanicized groups are the Muslim population, concentrated in the Sulu Archipelago and in central and western Mindanao, and the mountain aboriginal groups of northern Luzon. Small forest tribes still live in the more remote areas of Mindanao.

About 87 languages and dialects are spoken, most belonging to the Malay-Polynesian linguistic family. Of these, eight are the first languages of more than 85 percent of the population. The four principal indigenous languages are Cebuano, spoken in the Visayas; Tagalog, predominant in the area around Manila; Ilocano, spoken in northern Luzon, and Maranao and related languages spoken in Mindanao. Since 1939, in an effort to develop national unity, the government has promoted the use of the national language, Pilipino, which is based on Tagalog. Pilipino is taught in all schools and is gaining widespread acceptance across the archipelago. Many use English, Fukienese, or Mandarin as second languages. Nearly all professionals, academics, and government workers speak some English. In January 2003, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo ordered the Department of Education to restore English as the medium of instruction in all schools and universities. Only a few Filipino families use Spanish as a second language.

The Philippines has one of the highest literacy rates in the developing world. About 93 percent of the population 10 years of age and older are literate.

History of the Republic of the Philippines

The Philippines had 3 colonizers:

  1. The Muslims: The religion of Islam colonized the archipelago. With their sultanates, they established their form of governance from Sulu to Luzon. The first Muslims(Moro) showed up in 1380.
  2. The Spaniards: They arrived in 1521 and began to do battle against the Muslims for dominance over the indigenous peoples of the archipelago. Later the archipelago was named as the Philippines.
  3. The Americans: They arrived in 1898. They fought against the Spaniards to posses the Philippines. Later signed the treaty of Paris.

NOTE: Of the 3 colonizers only the Americans were generous. They built infrastructures and a great educational system. And best of all, on July 4, 1946 they willingly gave the Philippines to the Filipinos. For the first time the Philippines had control over its own domain. For the first time the Philippines experienced sovereignty. For the first time the Philippines became an independent nation.


The history of The Philippines can be divided into seven very distinct phases: 1. the pre-Spanish period (before 1521); 2. the Spanish period (1521-1898); 3. the Filipino Revolution period; 4. the American period (1898-1946); 5. the Japanese occupation period; 6. the Philippine Independence and 7. the post-Independence period (1946-present).

1. Pre-Spanish Period of The Republic of the Philippines

Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan reached the Philippines and claimed the archipelago for Spain in 1521, but stayed for only a few days. Christianity was established in the Philippines only after the arrival of the succeeding Spanish expeditionary forces (the first led by Legazpi in the 16th century) and the Spanish Jesuits, and in the 17th and 18th centuries by the conquistadores.

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2. Spanish Period of The Republic of the Philippines

The long period of Spanish rule was marked by numerous uprisings. Towards the latter half of the 19th century, Western-educated Filipinos or ilustrados (such as national hero Jose Rizal) began to criticize the excesses of Spanish rule and instilled a new sense of national identity. This movement gave inspiration to the final revolt against Spain that began in 1896 under the leadership of Emilio Aguinaldo and continued until the Americans defeated the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay on May 1, 1898, during the Spanish-American War. Aguinaldo declared independence from Spain on June 12, 1898.

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3. Filipino Revolution Period of The Republic of the Philippines

During the Filipino Revolution period starting in 1898 until 1899, there arose two very distinct revolutionary outcome from native Filipinas residents who initiated an armed uprising against the historical Spanish government of the Filipinas, and against the invading forces of the United States of America, who initially had the backing of the northern Filipinos of Luzon but ended up doing battle against them after they defeated the ruling Spaniards because they withdrew their support for the Americans after it became clear the U.S. wanted to take the Filipinas islands foe its own, and paid to get it done legally in the sum amount of $30,000,0000.00 to Spain.

The two very distinct outcomes of the Filipino revolution are: Read on

4. American Period of The Republic of the Philippines

Following Admiral George Dewey's defeat of the Spanish fleet in Manila Bay, the U.S. occupied the Philippines. Spain ceded the islands to the United States under the terms of the Treaty of Paris (December 10, 1898) that ended the war.

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5. Japanese Occupation Period of The Republic of the Philippines

World War II began in the Philippines when Japan surprised and deliberately attacked the country and after months of continued offensive, the island of Corregidor, the last American/Filipino stronghold, finally fell in May 1942. U.S. forces in the Philippines surrendered to the Japanese, placing the islands under Japanese control. During the occupation, thousands of Filipinos fought a running guerilla campaign against Japanese forces.

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6. Independence of The Republic of the Philippines

§ 1394. Recognition of Philippine independence

  • (a) Withdrawal of American sovereignty

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7. Post-Independence Period of The Republic of the Philippines

The early years of independence were dominated by U.S.-assisted postwar reconstruction. The communist-inspired Huk Rebellion (1945-53) complicated recovery efforts before its successful suppression under the leadership of President Ramon Magsaysay. The succeeding administrations of Presidents Carlos P. Garcia (1957-61) and Diosdado Macapagal (1961-65) sought to expand Philippine ties to its Asian neighbors, implement domestic reform programs, and develop and diversify the economy. In 1962, the official Philippine Independence Day was changed from July 4 to June 12, commemorating the date independence from Spain was declared by Emilio Aguinaldo in 1898.

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Culture of The Philippines

This is the one thing that separates us from the rest of the world - our colorful and lively culture that makes us distinctly Filipino. This includes traditions, language, arts, etc. which are found in museums, churches and galleries, found within the heart of the key cities. Read On

Government and Political Conditions of The Philippines

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Malacañang Palace 2008 as seen from across the Pasig River. The Malacañang Palace is the official residence of the President of the Philippines.
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Malacañang Palace Postcard 1980 as seen from across the Pasig River. The Malacañang Palace is the official residence of the President of the Philippines.

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*Type: Republic.
  • Independence: July 4, 1946.
  • Constitution: February 11, 1987.
  • Branches:
    • Executive--president and vice president elected on separate tickets by popular vote for a single six-year term;
    President for the term of 2010 -2016: Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III
    • Legislative--bicameral Congress or Kongreso consists of:
      1. The Senate or Senado (24 seats - one-half elected every three years; members elected at large by popular vote to serve six-year terms) and
      2. The House of Representatives or Kapulungan Ng Nga Kinatawan; the House has 287 seats including 230 members in one tier representing districts and 57 sectoral party-list members in a second tier representing special minorities elected on the basis of one seat for every 2% of the total vote but with each party limited to three seats; a party represented in one tier may not hold seats in the other tier; all House members are elected by popular vote to serve three-year terms
    • Judicial--independent: Supreme Court (15 justices are appointed by the president on the recommendation of the Judicial and Bar Council and serve until 70 years of age); Court of Appeals; Sandigan-bayan (special court for hearing corruption cases of government officials)
  • Political parties:
    • Lakas-Christian Muslim Democrats
    • Nationalist People's Coalition
    • Laban ng Demokratikong Pilipino
    • Liberal Party
    • Aksiyon Demokratiko
    • Partido Demokratikong Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan
    • and other small parties.
  • A breakdown of The Philippines' system of government Leadership
    • Country
      • President - One: the president is elected for a one 6 year term. No re-election.
      • Vice-President - One: the vice-president is elected for a one 6 year term
      • Senate - 24 - (2010): The senators are elected for a six year term. There is an election every 3 years where only 12 senators run for office whose six year term has expired.
      • House of Representatives - 212 (2007): In office for a 3 year term. May serve for 9 years if re-elected.
      • Supreme Court - 15
    • Provinces
    • Cities
      • Mayor
    • Municipalities
      • Mayor
    • Barangay
      • Puno or Barangay Captain
  • Suffrage: Universal, but not compulsory, at age 18.

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Principal Government Officials of the Republic of the Philippines

Philippines Principal Officials: Term: 2016-2022
  • President: - Rodrigo R. Duterte
  • Vice President: - Leni Robredo
  • Foreign Secretary-- Perfecto Yasay, Jr.
  • Senate President -- Aquilino Pimentel III
  • House Speaker -- Pantaleon Alvarez
  • Ambassador to the United States--Ambassador Jose L. Cuisia, Jr.
  • Permanent Representative to the UN-- Teodoro Locsin, Jr.
  • Supreme Court Chief Justice -- Maria Lourdes Sereno

The Republic of the Philippines maintains an embassy in the United States at 1600 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20036 (tel. 202-467-9300). Consulates general are in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Honolulu, and Agana (Guam). READ ON...

The Philippine Senate

The Philippine senate is composed of 24 senators who are elected by the legally registered voters of the Philippines. Senators are elected to a six year term, half the senators are elected every 3 years. This process insures that the Senate maintains a full membership.

The Senate of the Philippines is the upper chamber of the bicameral legislature of the Philippines, the Congress of the Philippines. The Senate is the only body that can authorize the ratification of treaties.

Current Senate Members of the Philippines

1.) Edgardo J. Angara 1987–1998; 2001–2007; 2007-2013; 2013-2019, 2019-2025

Quezon City, NCR Luzon

2.) Maria Lourdes Nancy Sombillo Binay 2013-2019, 2019-2025

Makati, NCR Luzon

3.) Bong Go - 2019-2025

Davao City Region XI Mindanao

4.) PADILLA, ROBIN (PDPLBN) - 2022 - 2028

Mindanao

5.) Bato Dela Rosa - 2019-2025

Davao City Region XI Mindanao

6.) LEGARDA, LOREN - 2022 - 2028

7.) Sherwin Gatchalian 2016-2022, 2022 - 2028

From Valenzuela City - NCR (Luzon)

8.) ESCUDERO, CHIZ - 2022 - 2028

9.) Ana Theresia Hontiveros 2016-2022, 2022 - 2028

From: Manila - NCR (Luzon)

10.) Manuel Lito Lapid 2004-2010; 2010-2016, 2019-2025

Pampanga, Region III Luzon

11.) Imee Marcos - 2019-2025

from Region I Luzon

12.) Pillar "Pia" Juliana Cayetano Sebastian 2004-2010, 2010-2016, 2019-2025

Taguig City, NCR Luzon

13) Francis Tolentino - 2019-2025

from: Albay Region V (Luzon)

14) VILLAR, MARK 2022 - 2028

15.) Mary Grace Poe Llamanzares 2013-2019, 2019-2025

from: NCR Luzon

16.) CAYETANO, ALAN PETER 2022 - 2028

From Mindanao Sarangani Province - Region XII (Mindanao)

17.) ZUBIRI, MIGZ 2022 - 2028

18.) Aquilino "Koko" Martin De La Llana Pimentel III 2013-2019, 2019-2025

Misamis Oriental, Region 10 Mindanao

19.) VILLANUEVA, JOEL TESDAMAN 2022 - 2028

20.) ESTRADA, JINGGOY 2022 - 2028

Quezon City, Metro Manila - NCR Luzon

21.) Bong Revilla, Ramon Jr - 2019-2025

from NCR Luzon

22.) Cynthia "Hanepbuhay" Aguilar Villar 2013-2019, 2019-2025

Las Piñas City, NCR Luzon

23.) EJERCITO, JV ESTRADA 2022 - 2028

From the province of Bulacan - Region III (Luzon)

24.) Juan Miguel Zubiri - 2007–2013; 2016-2022, 2022 - 2028

From Mindanao Bukidnon Province - Region X (Mindanao)

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*Winners of the 2022 Senatorial Election for the term of 2022-2028
  1. PADILLA, ROBIN (PDPLBN) 26,454,562 Votes
  2. LEGARDA, LOREN (NPC) 23,992,761 Votes
  3. TULFO, IDOL RAFFY (IND) 23,166,449 Votes
  4. GATCHALIAN, WIN (NPC) 20,376,009 Votes
  5. ESCUDERO, CHIZ (NPC) 20,050,377 Votes
  6. VILLAR, MARK (NP) 19,210,280 Votes
  7. CAYETANO, ALAN PETER (IND) 19,079,581 Votes
  8. ZUBIRI, MIGZ (IND) 18,582,962 Votes
  9. VILLANUEVA, JOEL TESDAMAN (IND) 18,300,955 Votes
  10. EJERCITO, JV ESTRADA (NPC) 15,688,993 Votes
  11. HONTIVEROS, RISA (AKBAYAN) 15,273,594 Votes
  12. ESTRADA, JINGGOY (PMP) 14,966,887 Votes
*Winners of the 2019 Senatorial Election for the term of 2019-2025
  1. Villar, cynthia (Np)
  2. Poe, grace (Ind)
  3. Go, bong Go (Pdplbn)
  4. Cayetano, pia (Np)
  5. Dela Rosa, bato (Pdplbn)
  6. Angara, edgardo Sonny (Ldp)
  7. Lapid, lito (Npc)
  8. Marcos, imee (Np)
  9. Tolentino, francis (Pdplbn)
  10. Pimentel, koko (Pdplbn)
  11. Bong Revilla, ramon Jr (Lakas)
  12. Binay, nancy (Una)
*Winners of the 2016 Senatorial Election for the term of 2016-2022
  1. Franklin M. Drilon - Iloilo province, but lives in Metro Manila - NCR (Luzon)
  2. Emmanuel Joel Villanueva* - From the province of Bulacan - Region III (Luzon)
  3. Vicente C. Sotto III - From Manila - NCR (Luzon)
  4. Panfilo M. Lacson - Cavite - Region IV-A (Luzon)
  5. Richard J Gordon - Zambales - Region III (Luzon)
  6. Juan Miguel Zubiri - From Mindanao Bukidnon Province - Region X (Mindanao)
  7. Emmanuel Pacquiao* From Mindanao Sarangani Province - Region XII (Mindanao)
  8. Ana Theresia Hontiveros* - From: Manila - NCR (Luzon)
  9. Francis N. Pangilinan - From Manila - NCR (Luzon)
  10. Sherwin Gatchalian* - From Valenzuela City - NCR (Luzon)
  11. Ralph G. Recto - Muntinlupa City - NCR (Luzon)
  12. Leila Norma Eulalia Josefa De Lima* - Camarines Sur - Region V (Luzon)
5 new senators elected in the election year of 2016(*)

  • Winners of the 2013 Senatorial Election for the term of 2013-2019
  1. Mary Grace Poe Llamanzares Independent 16340333 6.84%
  2. Loren B. Legarda (Npc) Nationalist Peoples' Coalition 14942824 6.26%
  3. Francis "Chiz" Joseph G. Escudero Independent 14137127 5.92%
  4. Alan Peter S. Cayetano (Np) Nacionalista Party 14129783 5.92%
  5. Maria Lourdes Nancy Sombillo Binay (Una) United Nationalist Alliance 13310851 5.57%
  6. Edgardo J. Angara (Ldp) Laban Ng Demokratikong Pilipino 12853305 5.38%
  7. Paolo "Bam" Benigno Aguirre Aquino IV (Lp) Liberal Party 12376372 5.18%
  8. Aquilino "Koko" Martin De La Llana Pimentel III (Pdp) Partido Demokratiko Pilipino Lakas Ng Bayan 11846088 4.96%
  9. Antonio F. Trillanes IV (Np) Nacionalista Party 11389173 4.77%
  10. Cynthia "Hanepbuhay" Aguilar Villar (Np) Nacionalista Party 11070265 4.64%
  11. Joseph Victor Gomez "JV Estrada" Ejercito (Una) United Nationalist Alliance 11010630 4.61%
  12. Gregorio "Gringo" Ballesteros Honasan (Una) United Nationalist Alliance 10620981

  • Winners of the 2013 Senatorial Election for the term of 2010-2016
  1. Franklin M. Drilon
  2. Juan Ponce Enrile 1987–1992; 1995–2001; 2004-2010; 2010-2016
    Gonzaga, Cagayan Province, Luzon
  3. Jose E. "Jinggoy" Estrada 2004-2010; 2010-2016
    San Juan City, Metro Manila, Luzon
  4. Teofisto L. Guingona III - 2010-2016
    Bukidnon, Region 10 Mindanao
  5. Manuel Lito Lapid 2004-2010; 2010-2016
    Pampanga, Luzon
  6. Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. - 2010-2016
    Luzon
  7. Sergio R. Osmeña III - 2010-2016
    Cebu, Visayas
  8. Ralph G. Recto - 2010-2016
    Muntinlupa City, Metro Manila, Lipa City, Batangas; Luzon
  9. Ramon B. Revilla, Jr. 2004-2010; 2010-2016
    Imus, Cavite, Luzon
  10. Pillar "Pia" Juliana Cayetano Sebastian 2004-2010, 2010-2016
    Taguig City, Luzon
  11. Miriam Defensor Santiago 1995–2001; 2004-2010; 2010-2016
  12. Vicente C. Sotto III
    Quezon City, Luzon
  • Former Senators of The Philippines
  1. Benigno Simeon C. Aquino III 2007–2013
    • Tarlac Province, Luzon
  2. Joker P. Arroyo 2001–2007; 2007-2013
    • Makati City, Luzon
  3. Rodolfo G. Biazon 1992–1995, 1998–2004; 2007-2013
    • Muntinlupa City, Luzon
  4. Richard J Gordon 2004-2010
    • Olongapo City, Zambales, Luzon
  5. Panfilo M. Lacson 2004-2010
    • Imus, Cavite, Luzon
  6. Francis N. Pangilinan 2001–2007; 2007-2013
    • Mandaluyong City, Luzon
  7. Aquilino Q. Pimentel, Jr. 1987–1992 ;1998-2004; 2004-2010
    • Cagayan de Oro City, Misamis Oriental, Mindanao
  8. Manuel A. Roxas II 2004-2010
    • Roxas City, Capiz, Visayas
  9. Jamby Madrigal Valade 2004-2010
    • Manila, Luzon
  10. Manuel B. Villar, Jr. 2001–2007; 2007-2013
  11. Juan Miguel Zubiri 2007–2013
    • Malaybalay City, Mindanao

Economy of The Philippines

  • The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of The Philippines was worth 272.02 billion US dollars in 2013
    • GDP (2009): $160.6 billion.
  • Annual GDP growth rate (2009): 0.9% at constant prices.
  • GDP per capita (2013): 2,765.08 USD
    • GDP per capita (2009): $1,746.
  • Natural resources: Copper, nickel, iron, cobalt, silver, gold.
  • Agriculture: Products--rice, coconut products, sugar, corn, pork, bananas, pineapple products, aquaculture, mangoes, eggs.
  • Industry: Types--textiles and garments, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, wood products, paper and paper products, tobacco products, beverage manufacturing, food processing, machinery and equipment, transport equipment, electronics and semiconductor assembly, mineral products, hydrocarbon products, fishing, business process outsourcing services.
  • Trade (2009): Exports--$38.3 billion. Imports--$42.8 billion.

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Agriculture and Forestry

Arable farmland comprises more than 40 percent of the total land area. Although the Philippines is rich in agricultural potential, inadequate infrastructure, lack of financing, and government policies have limited productivity gains. Philippine farms produce food crops for domestic consumption and cash crops for export. The agricultural sector employs more than one-third of the work force but provides less than a fifth of GDP.

Decades of uncontrolled logging and slash-and-burn agriculture in marginal upland areas have stripped forests, with critical implications for the ecological balance. Although the government has instituted conservation programs, deforestation remains a severe problem.

With its 7,107 islands, the Philippines has a very diverse range of fishing areas. Notwithstanding good prospects for marine fisheries, the industry continues to face a difficult future due to destructive fishing methods, a lack of funds, and inadequate government support.

Agriculture generally suffers from low productivity, low economies of scale, and inadequate infrastructure support. Agricultural output increased by 5.1 percent in real terms during 2004 but stagnated to 2.24 percent in 2005 due to drought and intermittent weather disturbances. Despite the adverse effects of successive and very strong typhoons in the last four months of 2006, the overall annual farm output expanded by 3.8 percent. In 2007, the sector grew by 4.68 percent, led by gains in the fisheries subsector.

Fruits of the Philippines

In the past, many of the fruits found at the local markets were seasonal, but today they are mostly grown year-round with intervention. Read On

Industry of the Philippines

Industrial production is centered on the processing and assembly operations of the following: food, beverages, tobacco, rubber products, textiles, clothing and footwear, pharmaceuticals, paints, plywood and veneer, paper and paper products, small appliances, and electronics. Heavier industries are dominated by the production of cement, glass, industrial chemicals, fertilizers, iron and steel, and refined petroleum products. Newer industries, particularly production of semiconductors and other intermediate goods for incorporation into consumer electronics are important components of Philippine exports and are located in special export processing zones.

The industrial sector is concentrated in urban areas, especially in the metropolitan Manila region, and has only weak linkages to the rural economy. Inadequate infrastructure, transportation, and communication have so far inhibited faster industrial growth, although significant strides have been made in addressing the last of these elements.

Mining in the Philippines

The Philippines is one of the world's most highly mineralized countries, with untapped mineral wealth estimated at more than $840 billion. Philippine copper, gold, and chromate deposits are among the largest in the world. Other important minerals include nickel, silver, coal, gypsum, and sulfur. The Philippines also has significant deposits of clay, limestone, marble, silica, and phosphate. The discovery of natural gas reserves off Palawan has been brought on-line to generate electricity.

Despite its rich mineral deposits, the Philippine mining industry is just a fraction of what it was in the 1970s and 1980s when the country ranked among the ten leading gold and copper producers worldwide. Low metal prices, high production costs, and lack of investment in infrastructure have contributed to the industry's overall decline. A December 2004 Supreme Court decision upheld the constitutionality of the 1995 Mining Act, thereby allowing up to 100 percent foreign-owned companies to invest in large-scale exploration, development, and utilization of minerals, oil, and gas.

Foreign Relations of The Philippines

In its foreign policy, the Philippines cultivates constructive relations with its Asian neighbors, with whom it is linked through membership in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF), and the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum. The Philippines chaired ASEAN from 2006 to 2007, hosting the ASEAN Heads of State Summit and the ASEAN Regional Forum. The Philippines is a member of the UN and some of its specialized agencies, and served a two-year term as a member of the UN Security Council from January 2004-2006, acting as UNSC President in September 2005. Since 1992, the Philippines has been a member of the Non-Aligned Movement. The government is seeking observer status in the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC). The Philippines has played a key role in ASEAN in recent years, ratifying the ASEAN Charter in October 2008. The Philippines also values its relations with the countries of the Middle East, in no small part because hundreds of thousands of Filipinos are employed in that region. The welfare of the some four to five million overseas Filipino contract workers is considered to be a pillar of Philippine foreign policy. Foreign exchange remittances from these workers exceed 11 percent of the country's gross domestic product.

The fundamental Philippine attachment to democracy and human rights is also reflected in its foreign policy. Philippine soldiers and police have participated in a number of multilateral civilian police and peacekeeping operations, and a Philippine Army general served as the first commander of the UN Peacekeeping Operation in East Timor. The Philippines presently has peacekeepers deployed in eight UN Peacekeeping Operations worldwide.. The Philippines also participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom, deploying some 50 troops to Iraq in 2003. (These troops were subsequently withdrawn in 2004 after a Filipino overseas worker was kidnapped.) The Philippine Government also has been active in efforts to reduce tensions among rival claimants to the territories and waters of the resource-rich South China Sea.

U.S.A.-Philippines Relations

U.S.-Philippine relations are based on shared history and commitment to democratic principles, as well as on economic ties. The historical and cultural links between the Philippines and the United States remain strong. The Philippines modeled its governmental institutions on those of the United States and continues to share a commitment to democracy and human rights. At the most fundamental level of bilateral relations, human links continue to form a strong bridge between the two countries. There are an estimated four million Americans of Philippine ancestry in the United States, and more than 250,000 American citizens in the Philippines.

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Trade and Investment

Two-way U.S. merchandise trade with the Philippines amounted to $17.1 billion in 2007 (U.S. Department of Commerce data). According to Philippine Government data, 14.1 percent of the Philippines' imports in 2007 came from the United States, and about 17.0 percent of its exports were bound for America. The Philippines ranks as our 29th-largest export market and our 34th-largest supplier. Key exports to the United States are semiconductor devices and computer peripherals, automobile parts, electric machinery, textiles and garments, wheat and animal feeds, and coconut oil. In addition to other goods, the Philippines imports raw and semi-processed materials for the manufacture of semiconductors, electronics and electrical machinery, transport equipment, and cereals and cereal preparations.

The United States traditionally has been the Philippines' largest foreign investor, with close to $6.7 billion in total foreign direct investment as of end-2007.

Since the late 1980s, the Philippines has committed itself to reforms that encourage foreign investment as a basis for economic development, subject to certain guidelines and restrictions in specified areas. Under President Ramos, the Philippines expanded reforms, opening the power generation and telecommunications sectors to foreign investment, as well as securing ratification of the Uruguay Round agreement and membership in the World Trade Organization. As noted earlier, President Arroyo's administration has generally continued such reforms despite opposition from vested interests and "nationalist" blocs. A major obstacle has been and will continue to be constitutional restrictions on, among others, foreign ownership of land and public utilities, which limits maximum ownership to 40 percent.

Over the last two decades, the relatively closed Philippine economy has been opened significantly by foreign exchange deregulation, foreign investment and banking liberalization, tariff and market barrier reduction, and foreign entry into the retail trade sector. The Electric Power Industry Reform Act of 2001 opened opportunities for U.S. firms to participate in the power industry in the Philippines. Information and communications technologies, backroom operations such as call centers, regional facilities or shared-service centers, tourism, and mining are likewise leading investment opportunities.

Principal U.S. Embassy Officials Ambassador--Kristie A. Kenney Deputy Chief of Mission--Paul W. Jones Political Counselor--Thomas B. Gibbons Economic Counselor--Larry L. Memmott Public Affairs Counselor-- Richard Nelson Consul General--Richard D. Haynes Management Counselor--Catherine I. Ebert-Gray Commercial Counselor-- Patrick WallUSAID Mission Director--Jon Lindborg Agricultural Counselor--Emiko Purdy Transportation and Safety Administration--Scottie R. Laird

Department of Homeland Security – Frank J. Cabaddu Defense Attaché Office--Colonel Anthony Senci Joint U.S. Military Assistance Group--Colonel Kevin D. Clark Regional Security Officer--Jacob M. Wohlman Legal Attaché James D. Nixon U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration--Timothy C. Teal Veterans Affairs--Jonathan Skelly Social Security Administration-- Darrin Morgan. American Battle Monuments Commission--Larry A. Adkison U.S. Peace Corps-- Sonia Derenoncourt

The U.S. Embassy is located at 1201 Roxas Boulevard, Manila; tel. (63)(2) 301-2000; fax 301-2399; website: http://manila.usembassy.gov/. The American Business Center is located at 25/F, Ayala Life - FGU Center, 6811 Ayala Avenue, Makati City. It houses the Foreign Commercial Service: tel. (63)(2) 888-4088; fax 888-6606; website: http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3012.html; and the Foreign Agricultural Service: tel. (63)(2) 887-1137; fax 887-1268; website: http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3011.html.

Travel and Business Information

The U.S. Department of State's Consular Information Program advises Americans traveling and residing abroad through Country Specific Information, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings. Country Specific Information exists for all countries and includes information on entry and exit requirements, currency regulations, health conditions, safety and security, crime, political disturbances, and the addresses of the U.S. embassies and consulates abroad. Travel Alerts are issued to disseminate information quickly about terrorist threats and other relatively short-term conditions overseas that pose significant risks to the security of American travelers. Travel Warnings are issued when the State Department recommends that Americans avoid travel to a certain country because the situation is dangerous or unstable.

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Popular Travel Destinations in the Philippines

There are several destinations for the traveller to enjoy in the Philippines. It is best if you hire a local to show you around. Every Filipino is proud of his domain. He is very hospitable and always has a smile on his face. You can find a tourist guide almost anywhere. There are professional travel agencies with professional travel guides and there the pedicab drivers, tri-cycle drivers, jeepney drivers, and taxi or puj drivers. Each one of these individuals are very familiar with their area and will do their best to show you their hometown or show-off their hometown.

If you want to enjoy the local areas or barangays, do not hesitate to visit the barangay hall. There you will meet the most wonderful and cooperative people. The officer of the day or the secretary of the barangay will be more than willing help you or point you to the right direction. Every barangay in the Philippines has an elected secretary. The barangay captain (puno) and the council members (kagawads) are always moving around, but the secretary is always in the office.

If you are travelling with teenagers, there is the SK (Sangguniang Kabataan) or Youth Council in each of the barangays. You can have an appointment with one of the youth council members. This is usually a 5 or 8 member group. Again these folks are more than willing to help you.

Education in the Philippines

There are over 40,000 barangays in the Philippines and just about everysingle barangay has an elementary school. In the more urban areas, each barangay has a public high school.

Real Estate or Properties for Sale or lease in The Philippines

  • If you have real estate property, whether its commercial, residential, farm land, or just an empty lot in The Philippines, you can list that property for free. Click to VIEW, EDIT, or ADD Realty Listings.
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Philippine Trivia

  • The exotic jeepney is a post-war creation inspired by the GI jeeps that the American soldiers brought to the Philippines in the 1940s. Enterprising Filipinos salvaged the surplus engines and came out unique vehicles of art.
  • Short distance and feeder trips could not be more exciting than via Philippine quick transports – **the tricycle, a motorcycle with a sidecar, and
    • the pedicab, a bicycle with a sidecar.
  • The world’s longest underground river system accessible to man can be found at the St. Paul National Park in the province of Palawan.

  • Festivals in the month of November in the philippines

Adivay: November : La Trinidad, Benquet ★ Banaag Festival: November 1 : Anilao, Iloilo ★ P'yagsawitan Festival: November 3rd week: Maragusan Compostela Valley ★ Binabayani Festival: November Last week: Olongapo, Zamboales ★ Tan-OK ni Ilocano Festival: November third week: Ilocos Norte ★ Crown Festival: November 3rd week: Taytay, Rizal ★ Tumba (Candle) Festival: November 2: San Luis, Batangas ★ Pinta Flores Festival: November 3 to 5: San Carlos City, Negros Occidental ★ San Carlos City Fiesta: November 4: San Carlos City, Negros Occidental ★ Angono Arts Festival: November 5 to 25: Angono, Rizal ★

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Adl, Agua, Alem, Am, An, Ar, At
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Bag, Ban, Bar, Bas, Be, Bgy, Bi, Bo, Bu, Bul
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Cad, Cal, Cam, Car, Coa, Cogo, Cua
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Dan, Day, Don, Dul
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Far, Fol
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Jar, Jua
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Kam, Kay, Kia
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Lan, Lio
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Mal, Man, Mar, Mat, Mina
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Nang, Nes
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Pala,Pang, Pian, Poblacion, Poblacion O,

Polo, Prim, Pung

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Res, Rizal, Rizd
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Sal, Sam, San, San F, San M, San R, San V, Santa, Santo, Se, Si, So, Su
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Taga, Tika, Tua, Tung
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Upper
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Villa
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Zal, Zel

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