MINDANAO

“The Land of Promise”

Philippines and the rest of the World
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City Sultan Digos
Region XI
Kudar South City
Region XII
Basila at Cotaba
Region XIII
Sul n to Davao
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Gen. Santos Sur
City
Mindanao language and religions
 Dozens of languages are spoken in Mindanao; among
them, Cebuano, Hiligaynon, Surigaonon, Tausug,
Maranao, Maguindanao, and Chavacano are most widely
spoken.
 More than 70% of the population of Mindanao adhere to
Christianity. Roman Catholicism is the largest single
religious affiliation at 60.9% of the total household
population. Islam comprised 20.44% while other religions
are as follows: Evangelical 5.34%, Aglipayan (2.16),
Iglesia ni Cristo (1.66%), and Seventh Day Adventist
(1.65%).
 Geography
Mindanao Land Area: 97,530𝑲𝒎𝟐
Composition as of June2018
6 Regions, 26 Provinces, 27
Cities, 425 Municipalities, 10, 065
Barangays
Population: 25,537,691
Mindanao is the second largest
island in the Philippines and it is
the 8th populous island in the
world. Mindanao is considered the
major breadbasket of the
Philippines, with eight of the top
10 agri-commodities exported
from the Philippines coming
from the island group itself.
Mindanao is known for its moniker
being “The Philippines' Land of
Promise”
Etymology

The name "Mindanao" is derived from the Spanish

corruption of the name of the Maguindanao people,
the dominant ruling ethnic group in the Sultanate
of Maguindanao in southwestern Mindanao during
the Spanish colonial period. The name itself means
"people of the lake (Lanao)", though it is usually
translated to "people of the flood plains" in modern
sources.
Mindanao in the Past
 Mindanao in the Pas t
Archaeological findings on the island point to evidence of human
activity dating back to about ten thousand years ago. At around 1500
BC Austronesian people spread throughout the Philippines. The
Subanon are believed to have established themselves on Mindanao
Island during the Neolithic Era, or New Stone Age, the period in the
development of human technology beginning around 10,000 BC
according to the ASPRO chronology (between 4,500 and 2,000 BC). The
evidence of old stone tools in Zamboanga del Norte may indicate a late
Neolithic presence. Ceramic burial jars, both unglazed and glazed, as
well as Chinese celadons, have been found in caves, together with shell
bracelets, beads, and gold ornaments. Many of the ceramic
objects are from the Yuan and Ming periods. Evidently, there was a
long history of trade between the Subanon and the Chinese long
before the latter's contact with Islam.
Mindanao Economy
 Mindanao's economy accounts for 14% of the country's gross
domestic product. The region grew 4.9% in 2016 against
Luzon's 5.5% and Visayas' 9.1%. Agriculture, forestry and
fishing make up more than 40% of Mindanao's market, being
the country's largest supplier of major crops such as pineapples
and bananas.
 There are 2 defined growth corridors in the island namely Metro
Davao and Metro CDO. Other regional centers are: Zamboanga
City, General Santos City, Butuan City, Cotabato City, Dipolog
City, Jolo, Surigao City, Pagadian City, Koronadal City, and
Tagum City. Being the top-performing economy in Mindanao,
Davao Region has the 5th biggest economy in the country and
the second-fastest-growing economy next to Cordillera
Autonomous Region.
 While the region's economy is predominantly agri-based, it is
now developing into a center for agro-industrial business, trade
and tourism. Its competitive advantage is in agri-industry as its
products, papayas, mangoes, bananas, pineapples, fresh
asparagus, flowers, and fish products are exported
internationally. The region can be a vital link to markets in other
parts of Mindanao, Brunei Darussalam and parts of Malaysia and
Indonesia.
Mindanao is an Agri-based Economy

• One-third of Major Regional Agri Products

Mindanao’s land area oil palm
is devoted to pineapple
agriculture canned sardines

• One-third of the labor

force is employed in
the agriculture,
fishery and forestry
sectors.

• Contributes more banana

than 30% of the seaweed
tuna
national food
requirements Source of Raw Data: NSCB/GVA per sector
Processed by: MEDCo Secretariat
Major Indus tries
Region 9
Processed fish products, Rubber, Seaweeds, Bottled Sardines,
Ceramics, Shellcrafts

Region 10
Pineapple, High-value crops&vegetables, Aqua-marine,
Tourism, Fiber-base (silk, abaca)

Region 11
Banana, Coconut,
Processed fruits,
Processed food
products, Wood
Industry,
Housewares

Region 12
Rubber, Palm Oil, Pineapple, Processed
Fruits, Fish/Fish Products SOURCE:
DTI
Region 13
Banana, Palm Oil, Coffee, Fish/Fish ARMM
products, Citronella Oil, Wood & Wood Seaweeds, Fish/fish
Products products
 Mining: Po te ntial fo r Growth

• The country is
anticipating the
operation of
several mining
firms this year and
the infusion of
about US$15
Billion investment
until 2013 which
would create new
jobs for engineers,
mining laborers
and other related
workers.

Source: DOLE
Mindanao ’s exquisite tourism assets

• world-class vacation
destinations
• cultural attractions
• colorful festivals
• pristine beaches
• excellent diving
Cloud 9
Naked island

Guyam island

General luna, Siargao Surfing capital

Mabua Pebble beach, Surigao City
Mantigue Islands,Camiguin
Considered as a diving paradise located in the Northern part of Zamboanga,
there is still just so much to see and to do in Dapitan. Dakak Park and Beach
Resort for example is acknowledged for its beautiful coral reefs and rich, scenic
refuge of diverse marine flora and fauna. In addition to that, Dapitan is also
famous for its Rizal Shrine, and inspiring Historical Walking Tour.
Paseo delmar,zamboanga
PLEASE
PLAY!
Mount Apo, Davaocity
Pasonancapark, Zamboanga
Mapawanaturepark,Cagayande oro
Malagos Garden Resort, Davao City
Maria Cristina falls,Iligan
Maxima Aqua fun, Davao City
Lake sebu, South Cotabato
Katibawasan falls,Camiguin
Lake agco,Kidapawan
Enchanted river,Hinatuan SDS
Fort pillar,Zamboanga