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• 1. The Philippines is home to different islands, each having its own traditions and cultures. Among these islands are Mindoro, Marinduque, Romblon, and Palawan or “MIMAROPA,”

• 2. It is one of two regions in the country having no land border with another region (the other being Eastern Visayas). The name is an acronym combination of its constituent provinces: Mindoro (divided into Occidental Mindoro and Oriental Mindoro), Marinduque, Romblon and Palawan.

• 3. FILIPINO artists play a role in presenting and educating the public about our history and identity. Many artists are doing work, artist collectives are thriving, and the market is strong.

• 4. Mimaropa (usually capitalized in official government documents), formally known as the Southwestern Tagalog Region, is an administrative region in the Philippines.

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