Philippines, island country of Southeast Asia in the western Pacific Ocean. It is an archipelago consisting of more than 7,000 islands and islets lying about 500 miles (800 km) off the coast of Vietnam. Manila is the capital, but nearby Quezon City is the country’s most-populous city.
Covering a total land area of 300,000 sq. km, the Philippines is an archipelagic nation located in Southeast Asia. Situated in the southwestern part of Luzon Island, along the eastern coast of Manila Bay is Manila – the capital city of the Philippines.
From Manila to Palawan, discover stunning beaches, fiery volcanoes, rice fields and more in our Philippines travel guide. Find top attractions and expert tips.
Presidential Form of Government The Philippines today is a democratic and republican state with a presidential form of government as provided under the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
The Philippine economy is the 34th largest in the world by nominal GDP. Major industries include electronics assembly, business process outsourcing, food manufacturing, and tourism.