Filipino Culture In The Philippines

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The Republic of the Philippines is one of the most interesting and complex areas within the PACOM (Pacific Command) Commanders AOR (Area of Responsibility). The country consists of more than 7,100 islands spread across the Pacific Ocean with a current population of approximately 107 million people and is expected to grow to 113 million by 2025. 82% of the population is predominantly Roman Catholic followed by Muslims at 5% and Evangelical at 3%. Though Tagalog is the official language, 8 major dialects are used throughout the country (Tagalog, Cebuano, Ilocano, Hiligaynon or Ilonggo, Bicol, Waray, Pampango, and Pangasinan). Spanish, Asian and Western influences are visible within the Filipino culture as a result of colonization and liberation from multiple countries to include Spain, Japan and finally, the United States-twice. Spanish influence dates back to the 16th Century in the era of Ferdinand Magellan; a Portuguese …show more content…

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