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About Philippines
Full Country Name: Republic of the PhilippinesArea: 299,000 sq km Population: 84.61 million Capital City: Manila (pop: 10 million) People: Predominantly descendants of Malays, Chinese and Muslim minorities and a number of mestizos (Filipino-Spanish or Filipino-Americans) Language: Pilipino (Tagalog), English Religion: 82% Roman Catholic, 9% Protestant, 5% Muslim, 3% Buddhist Government: republic Head of State: President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo GDP: US$310 billion GDP per capita: US$3,700 Annual Growth: 3.9% Inflation: 4.4% Major Industries: Electronic and electrical products, textiles Major Trading Partners: USA, Japan, Taiwan © Copyright 2003 Lonely Planet Publications. All rights reserved. Used with permission. www.lonelyplanet.com |
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Feature Fundraiser: Climb to Everest Base CampOur second feature fundraiser is planned for October 2005, when volunteers will have the opportunity to raise money for the Nepali Children's Fund. As a participant of this fundraising trek to The Base Camp of Mount Everest you will have the opportunity to visit ancient temples and palaces in Kathmandu. more >> |
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