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The Republic of the Philippines

The Republic of the Philippines. MABUHAY!. Brief History . The Philippines was discovered in March 1521 ( by Ferdinand Magellan -a Portuguese explorer) was named after King Phillip II of Spain was under the Spanish Occupation from 1521-1898 ( 377 years )

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The Republic of the Philippines

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  1. The Republic of the Philippines MABUHAY!

  2. Brief History • The Philippines • was discovered in March 1521 (by Ferdinand Magellan -a Portuguese explorer) • was named after King Phillip II of Spain • was under the Spanish Occupation from 1521-1898 (377 years) • The Treaty of Paris 1898 resulted in the Spanish Empire’s surrendering control of the Philippines to the United States of America. • In accordance with the treaty, Spain Surrendered the Philippines to the United States for a payment of twenty million dollars

  3. …history…continued… • 1898-1946 American occupation in the Philippines • The Philippines gained independence from the United State on July 4, 1946 • July 4th is aholiday • Philippine/American Friendship Day

  4. Map

  5. Geography – the Philippines • is a sovereign island country in Southeast Asia situated in the western Pacific Ocean. • The Philippines is an archipelago of 7,107 islands • (only 1/3 of the islands have been named) • 73rd largest country in the world • Divided in 3 regions • Luzon to the north • Visayas in central • Mindanao in the south

  6. …geography continued… • Metropolitan Manila Area consist of at least 16 cities, and these 3 most popular or well known cities are: • Manila – Capital of the Philippines • Quezon City – the largest and most populous • Makati City – the business center of the Philippines

  7. Climate - tropical • The Philippines is located on the Pacific Ring of Fire, and as such, it is prone to earthquakes and typhoons. • The latest typhoon to hit the Philippines is Hiayan (Yolanda),a and it is the strongest typhoon ever recorded in history. • Monsoon or typhoon could come anytime of the year but mostly during the months of March to September. • Average temperature is in the 80-90 degrees F in the metropolitan or densely populated areas during the months of October to February.

  8. Seasons • Spring – rainy, wet, humid but cooler – March, April, May • Summer – hot, humid – June, July, August • Autumn – September, October, November • Winter – although it doesn’t snow, the temperature during the months of December, January and February is cooler.

  9. Economy • Currency: Philippine Peso • US$1.00 = P43.00 Pesos • Central Bank of the Philippines – Philippine depository • Products • Agriculture – farming, fishing • Industry – ship building, car manufacturing, electronics, aerospace, mining • Services – call centers, labor, medical, technical • Exports to these countries: • US, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, China, Hong Kong • Imports from these countries: • US, China, Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Malaysia

  10. Makati – Business Center of the Philippines

  11. The Jeepney – a decorated suv

  12. Education • The Educational system in the Philippines was patterned from Spain and the United States. • However, after the liberation of the Philippines in 1946, the system changed. • The Department of Education administers education in the Philippines. • 6 years of Elementary education (starts at age 6 years old) • 4 years of High School (starting at age 12 years old) • 4-5 years of Baccalaureate

  13. …..education continued • There are international schools • There are technical and vocational education • Parochial schools • Private schools • Public or state schools • Preparatory schools • Laboratory high schools • Science high schools • Foreign ethnic schools – US, British, Chinese, Japanese, Korean

  14. …education continued • 2011 New education system is being implemented to the K-12 education system • Classes start during the first week of June • Classes will be for 200 days • Today, the Philippines has over 2,000 higher educational institutions with 1,500+ private and 600+ state run institutions.

  15. …education continued • The private institutions are mostly run by the Catholics, while the public schools are run by the government • The University of the Philippines is the “national university” of the Philippines – 1908 • The University of Santo Thomas, founded in 1611, is the oldest university in Asia, and the largest Catholic university in the world • ISU has a current MOU or Memorandum of Agreement with • Far Eastern University (FEU) Manila. Founded in 1928. • Famous Alumni was former President Corazon Aquino (first woman president in the Philippines, first woman president in Asia)

  16. People, Culture, Religion • Filipinos – are people of the Philippines • Close family ties – children are not obliged to leave the home, unless they want to, even after they finish their education, or when they get married. In fact, when the children get married, there is always one person to stay at home (even if this child is married and have own family) so that this child can take care of the aging parents. • Hospitable – everyone is welcome! They are interested in you! In fact, if you visit someone’s home, you cannot leave the home without having a meal with them!

  17. …people, culture, religion continued… • Fun-loving – there is always a reason to celebrate and it involves food, dancing, singing! • Language – Tagalog and English • There are over 50 dialects • Foreign language in the Philippines are Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Korean, Malay and Spanish • Religious – The Philippine is a Christian country. • Approximately 80% are Catholics. • Catholicism was introduced in the Philippines having been occupied by Spain from 1521-1898

  18. National Costume – Patadyong (gown) and Barong Tagalog (Men’s shirt)

  19. Tinikling Dance

  20. Philippine Cuisine

  21. Maligayang Pasko – Merry Christmas

  22. Quick info • 7th most populous country in Asia, with a population of approximately 103 million • 12th most populous country in the world (2012) • China (#1) 1.3 billions • India (#2) 1.2 billions • United States (#3) 313 millions

  23. …quick info continued… • There are approximately 12 million Filipinos living outside of the Philippines • They are immigrants • They work in different parts of the world – doctors, engineers, nurses, artists, domestic helpers, entertainers, educators, services – working in hotels, cruise ships, restaurants, etc.

  24. Some famous Filipinos you might know • Imelda Marcos – first lady, famous for her shoes • Manny Pacquiao – famous boxer • Cheryl Burke – Dancing With The Stars! • Bruno Mars – Musician, pop star • Eugene Torre – Chess Player and Champion • Lea Salonga – “Kim” in the Broadway musical Miss Saigon • Rob Schneider – Saturday Night Live! • Phoebe Cates - actress • Megan Young – Miss World 2013 • AriellaArrida – 3rd runner up Miss Universe 2013

  25. …Filipinos you might know…continued • Angelo Favis – Professor, School of Music • Domingo Joaquin – Assoc. Professor, COB Finance • Patrick Moraleda – Pharmacist, Health Services • Grace Brown – Office of International Studies and Programs

  26. Salamat Po!

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