Everyday Life
Food & Lifestyle
Beyond the Beauty Pageant: The Complex Relationship of Filipinos with Skin Color
The Philippines’ complex relationship with skin color can be traced back to over three centuries of Spanish colonial rule, from 1521 to 1898. During this period, the Spanish established a social hierarchy that privileged those with lighter skin, creating a lasting association between skin color and social status. The Spanish colonizers introduced the concept of […]
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Facts & Insights
Government Agencies and Services
Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA): Navigating the World Stage
The Philippines, an archipelago of over 7,000 islands nestled in Southeast Asia, plays a vibrant role in the international community. Guiding its interactions with the rest of the world is the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). This vital government agency is responsible for managing the country’s foreign relations and promoting its interests on the global […]
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