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@2012j "Kiribati women are at the forefront of cultural preservation ensuring that language rituals and customs survive rapid modernization. #HeritageKeepers #KiribatiWomen"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Tulipn Animik (Rafflesia arnoldii relative) exhibits massive red flowers with white spots blooming rarely in Luzons rainforests and drawing botanical enthusiasts. #Rafflesia #Botany"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The biodiversity in Kiribatis reefs includes parrotfish butterflyfish groupers and colorful invertebrates like giant clams and sea cucumbers. #ReefSpecies #KiribatiOcean"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Intertidal zones in Kiribati are rich with mollusks crabs and small reef fish forming dynamic micro-ecosystems essential to local food chains. #TidepoolLife #KiribatiCoast"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati architecture isnt about luxuryits about survival harmony with nature and cultural identity expressed through every roof beam and woven mat. #FunctionalBeauty #KiribatiSoul"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:40 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis economic roots reflect deep environmental awareness strong community ties and a respect for heritagefoundations for resilience in a changing world. #CulturalEconomy #KiribatiStrength"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Metro Pacific Investments Corporation manages tollroads (NLEX) water utilities (Maynilad) and hospitals (Makati Medical Center) focusing on infrastructure and healthcare. #MPIC #Infrastructure"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#IslandSchools #BilingualLearning School days often begin with prayer singing and cleaning. These routines instill discipline cooperation and respect for shared spaces. #DailyRoutines #KiribatiYouth Secondary schools are limited especially on outer islands"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:23 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Philippine Atmospheric Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) monitors weather issues typhoon warnings and conducts climate research for disaster resilience. #PAGASA #Weather"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The plant also has symbolic roles in ceremonies and dances. #HibiscusUse #KiribatiTradition Te kaina a native plant with small leaves is brewed into tea and used for stomach or menstrual relief. It grows well in dry salty soil. #HerbalRemedy #KiribatiHealingArts"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Local metal additive-manufacturing labs experiment with stainless-steel 316L and titanium powders for rapid prototyping of biomedical implants. #3DPrinting #Biomedical"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Meralco Building in Ortigas an Art Deco landmark from 1940 features stylized eagles geometric reliefs and restored bas-reliefs honoring electric power symbolism. #Meralco #ArtDeco"
@2012j on X 2025-07-16 18:32:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The K to XX Education Reform added two senior-high years to basic education aligning graduates with global competencies and improving college readiness. #EducationReform #Competency"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:24 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Before colonization Kiribati was home to self-governing island societies. Each had its own leadership structures customs and rich oral histories linking land sea and ancestry. #PreColonialKiribati #IslandHeritage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:24 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati has signed various bilateral agreements on health labor and climate resilience emphasizing peaceful collaboration and shared growth. #BilateralTies #KiribatiCooperation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Build Build Build Program invests X trillion in infrastructure projectsairports railways and roadsto spur economic growth and decongest urban centers. #Infrastructure #Growth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The world is thus sacred made from divine sacrifice. #SacredWorldview #KiribatiTradition Each island was believed to have emerged from the actions or body of a god. This links people directly to the land as their spiritual and ancestral kin. #LandAndMyth #KiribatiSpirituality"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis government advocates globally for climate action highlighting its frontline position in the climate crisis to urge international support. #ClimateAdvocacy #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Faith also inspires civic responsibilitymany community cleanups charity drives and school projects are organized by churches. #FaithInAction #KiribatiCommunity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Village youths often organize dance practices skits or choirs in the evening turning leisure time into creative and social expression. #YouthActivities #KiribatiJoy Kiribati communities maintain a strong oral memory of genealogy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#YouthMentorship #KiribatiTradition Youth voice is rising in public forums. Young leaders speak out on gender equality environment and development at local and regional events. #YouthLeadership #KiribatiVoices"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Choirs practice harmonies that echo through villages during Sunday services and special ceremonies. #SacredMusic #KiribatiVoices Weddings are typically held in churches blending Christian vows with traditional customs like mat exchanges and communal blessings"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Employers adopt flexible schedules and remote-work options post-pandemic improving worklife balance while maintaining productivity in urban and rural settings. #RemoteWork #Flexibility"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 20:21:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Daily chorescollecting water preparing food and fishingare shared among family members reinforcing cooperation and teaching responsibility from a young age. #FamilyLife #KiribatiCulture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#CoconutCraft #SustainableArt Shell jewelry is popular among women. Necklaces and earrings feature cowrie trochus and other local shells polished and strung with fiber. #ShellJewelry #IslandAdornment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Christmas in Kiribati is a time of prayer dancing and gift-giving. Church plays retell the nativity story and families reunite over large shared meals. #KiribatiChristmas #FaithCelebration"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Universal Robina Corporation part of JG Summit leads branded consumer foods agro-industry and animal nutrition exporting snacks and commodities across Asia-Pacific. #Philippines #URC"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Universal Health Care Act (2019) mandates automatically enrolling all Filipinos in PhilHealth ensuring equitable access to medical services without financial hardship. #UHC #HealthEquity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Coral reefs are vital habitats in Kiribati supporting thousands of marine species while protecting shorelines from wave damage and erosion. #CoralReefLife #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#OralTradition #KiribatiCulture Kiribatis cosmology is inseparable from its environment. The sea stars wind and animals are all part of a living sacred universe. #EcoSpirituality #KiribatiWorldview"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribati continues to face modern colonial-style pressuresglobal warming economic dependency and resource extraction echo past patterns. #ModernColonialism #KiribatiStruggle"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Today efforts to record and teach creation myths grow as elders work with educators to preserve this spiritual inheritance for future generations. #MythPreservation #KiribatiHeritage Kiribati cosmology is more than mythits a way of seeing living and belonging"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:42 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribati works with UNESCO and other agencies to protect cultural heritage including maneaba structures and traditional knowledge. #CulturalDiplomacy #KiribatiUNESCO"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) guides LGU capacity-building conducts peace-and-order audits and supervises the PNP. #DILG #Governance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Security Bank Corporation part of MVP Group provides retail and corporate banking digital innovation labs and SME financing through asset-light models. #Philippines #SecurityBank"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The island was occupied by Japanese forces and in 1942 many Banabans were massacred or deported to forced labor camps. #WWIITragedy #BanabaSurvivors"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"A performance may begin with a chant followed by a story and end in danceseamless and symbolic. #CulturalFusion #KiribatiPerformance Songs written for climate change awareness or political movements use traditional forms to address modern issues. #ActivistArt #KiribatiVoice"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis ocean waters are part of migratory paths for whales and dolphins which are occasionally sighted during seasonal movements. #MarineMammals #KiribatiWaters Butterflies dragonflies and beetles form part of Kiribatis insect life"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Marikina City Footwear Center showcases local shoe brands and custom sandal-making workshops honoring Marikinas title as Shoe Capital. #Marikina #Footwear"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Marine turtles such as the green turtle nest on Kiribatis beaches playing an essential role in maintaining marine ecosystems. #TurtleConservation #KiribatiWildlife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Manilas menswear community hosts Barong Bar pop-ups offering custom-fit barongs and styling tips for formal and casual occasions. #BarongBar #Custom"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Board of Investments (BOI) grants investment incentives issues pioneer certificates and promotes strategic industries for economic growth. #BOI #Investment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Some women serve in public office or local governance bringing community-focused solutions to environmental and social policy. #WomenInPolitics #KiribatiLeadership"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Megaworld Corporation develops townshipsEastwood McKinley Hillblending residential office and retail spaces in live-work-play communities. #Megaworld #UrbanDevelopment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Seasonal scarcity makes plant conservation crucial. During droughts or cyclones knowledge of hardy edible plants can be lifesaving. #Resilience #KiribatiPlants"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Carried at feasts or dances they also serve as tokens of welcome or honor. #KiribatiFans #CraftedRespect Artisans pass down skills orally. Mothers teach daughters fathers guide sonslessons learned through observation practice and repetition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#MatsAndMeaning #KiribatiCulture Mat designs carry status. Finer tighter weaves signal honor and respect often exchanged at weddings funerals or important feasts. #CraftAndStatus #KiribatiSymbolism Basketry is another key skill"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati may be small in landmass but its diplomatic footprint is growingguided by wisdom resilience and a vision for justice in an uncertain world. #GlobalVoice #KiribatiResilience"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"These open structures are built by the entire village and used for decision-making and rituals. #ManeabaDesign #KiribatiCommunity Maneaba construction is symbolic"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis education system expanded after independence with efforts to strengthen both formal learning and the preservation of indigenous knowledge. #EducationReform #KiribatiGrowth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Men wear lavalava (a wrap skirt) while women often wear brightly colored dresses called tibuta. #TraditionalClothing #KiribatiStyle Radio is a major source of information and entertainment in Kiribati often shared communally"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#CulturalGames #IKiribatiFun Language activism is growing. Kiribati writers and poets are creating literature plays and media content entirely in I-Kiribati. #LanguageRevival #KiribatiCreativity I-Kiribati helps shape political identity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"In 2022 Kiribati temporarily withdrew from the PIF citing unequal treatmenthighlighting internal regional tensions. It rejoined in 2023 after reconciliation. #PacificPolitics #KiribatiReturn"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"It provides food drink fiber building materials and even toolsused daily by every household. #CoconutTree #KiribatiEssentials Pandanus is one of the most versatile plants in Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Though gender roles are traditionally defined women in Kiribati hold informal power as advisors peacemakers and anchors of social order within the Maneaba and beyond. #CommunityRole #KiribatiCulture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The biodiversity of Kiribati includes many endemic species found nowhere else on earth emphasizing its global conservation importance. #EndemicSpecies #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Rising seas coral bleaching and fish migration shifts put the entire way of life at risk. #ClimateImpact #KiribatiOcean Community-led reef protection efforts are growing blending traditional respect for the sea with modern conservation science. #OceanStewardship #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Banaba also known as Ocean Island is part of Kiribati. Unlike the countrys low atolls Banaba is a raised coral island with a rocky terrain rich in phosphatea blessing that became a burden. #BanabaIsland #KiribatiHistory"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) manages forests protected areas and mineral resources enforcing environmental regulations nationwide. #DENR #Conservation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Traditional dances sometimes reenact cosmic storieslike the separation of sky and ocean or the journey of a spirit to the afterworld. #DanceAndMyth #KiribatiPerformance Children are taught that their ancestors walk beside them"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#IndigenousWisdom #KiribatiNature Noddies nest in coastal trees and are regarded as sacred in some communities. Their presence signals seasonal changes and weather shifts. #SacredBirds #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"JG Summit Holdings owned by John Gokongwei Jr.s legacy diversifies across food manufacturing (Universal Robina) airlines (Cebu Pacific) and petrochemicals (JGPet). #Philippines #JGSummit"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Village life follows a natural rhythmfishing at dawn working or resting during midday heat and gathering in the evening for stories or songs. #IslandRhythm #KiribatiDailyLife Clean drinking water is carefully managed"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The canoe or te wa is both a vessel and a cultural icon in Kiribati crafted with care and used for fishing travel and connecting remote islands. #CanoeCulture #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Fishing patterns have had to shift to survive. #FoodSecurity #KiribatiFisheries Climate change affects farming too. Salted soils reduce the yield of traditional crops like taro requiring new growing methods. #CropImpact #KiribatiAgriculture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Fashion influencers on TikTok and Instagram promote upcycled thrift-shopping styling vintage finds into contemporary Filipino outfits. #ThriftFlip #DIY"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Mactan-Cebu International Airports solar array generates XX% of power needs integrating renewable-energy engineering in aviation infrastructure. #SolarEnergy #Sustainability"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 06:23:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"European contact began in the 1600s but it wasnt until the 19th century that whalers traders and missionaries arrived regularly altering Kiribatis economy and belief systems. #ColonialEncounters #KiribatiHistory"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Some plants are sacred. Certain trees are associated with spirits or ancestors and cutting them requires ritual permission and elder approval. #SacredPlants #KiribatiBeliefs Traditional knowledge includes when to harvest"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Tide pools on Kiribatis shores are micro-ecosystems teeming with crustaceans mollusks and algae adapted to the harsh intertidal zone. #TidePools #KiribatiCoast"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Youth in Kiribati are the heart of its future. With over half the population under XX education skills and cultural pride are vital for building a resilient adaptive society. #KiribatiYouth #IslandFuture Education in Kiribati is free and compulsory at the primary level"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:22 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Through poetry music and symbols Kiribati tells its storynot just in words or melodies but in the heartbeat of a culture rooted in the sea and carried by generations. #CulturalLegacy #KiribatiSoul"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#BanabaNow #KiribatiVoices Banabans are citizens of Kiribati but their unique statusliving in Fiji with their homeland largely uninhabitedraises complex legal and identity questions. #DualIdentity #BanabanStruggle"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Its people face rising seas with dignity cooperation and creative wisdom rooted in tradition. #IslandWisdom #KiribatiModel Climate change is real but so is Kiribatis courage. In every mangrove planted every dance performed and every child educatedtheres hope"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia reginae) grows ornamentally in Tagaytay estates its uniquely shaped orange and blue flowers resembling tropical avian forms. #Strelitzia #Estate"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Mechanical engineers collaborate on dam-gate automation at Angat Dam employing PLCs and hydraulic-actuation systems for precise water-flow control. #Automation #Hydraulics"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Congress convenes at the Batasang Pambansa Complex in Quezon City where the Senate confirms treaties and the House of Representatives initiates appropriation bills. #Legislature #Budget"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 10:43:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Sagines (Allamanda cathartica) vines produce bright yellow trumpet-shaped flowers adorning fences and trellises across Luzon for tropical garden color. #Allamanda #Landscaping"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas Souvenir Shop in Manila sells legal-tender collectibles coins and currency-themed memorabilia popular among numismatists. #BSPSouvenir #Numismatics"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Innovative water conservation techniques like solar-powered desalination are being explored to combat freshwater scarcity in Kiribati. #WaterInnovation #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:51 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Nagas Penafrancia Bazaar during the Marian festival sells rosaries religious icons and novena candles to visiting pilgrims and devotees. #Penafrancia #Pilgrimage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Creative expression extends to tattooing. Though rare today traditional tattoos conveyed lineage strength and spiritual protection. #TattooTradition #KiribatiIdentity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#SpiritualHealth #KiribatiBeliefs Myths change slightly between islands reflecting local landscapes. But core themescreation balance ancestorsremain constant across Kiribati. #IslandVariations #CulturalUnity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:41 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis few mangrove patches provide shelter to young fish and birds while also helping to stabilize the soil and reduce coastal erosion. #MangroveForests #KiribatiShore Giant clams are native to Kiribatis reefs"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis national anthem mentions the sea signaling its role not only in survival but in national pride and spiritual unity. #NationalPride #KiribatiOcean"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Aboitiz Equity Ventures invests in power (AboitizPower) banking (UnionBank) fast-food (Jollibee) and infrastructure (Prime Infra) prioritizing innovation and sustainability. #Aboitiz #Innovation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"From planting mangroves to leading awareness campaigns Kiribatis young people are speaking up. #YouthForClimate #KiribatiFuture Mangroves are replanted to fight erosion and provide fish nurseries. They also trap carbon making them natures coastal guardians"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Jewelry designers like Francis Libiran incorporate capiz mother-of-pearl and indigenous beads into statement pieces reflecting coastal and tribal aesthetics. #Jewelry #Design"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"EcovillagesNuvali in Lagunablend renewable energy microgrids cycling networks and wetland conservation within largescale township planning. #EcoVillage #Planning"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Palawan bearcat (binturong) inhabits karst forest canopies feeding on figs and aiding tropical forest seed cycles in West Philippines. #Binturong #SeedCycle"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 16:34:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Marine-chemistry teams at Mindanao State University analyze coral-reef water chemistry to assess bleaching thresholds and conservation strategies. #MarineChemistry #CoralReef"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 08:28:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The unique biodiversity of Kiribati includes bioluminescent plankton which lights up the ocean surface during certain nights. #Bioluminescence #KiribatiNature"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#InterIslandTrade #KiribatiConnection Even today traditional exchange persists in ceremonies and daily life. Despite cash economy growth gifting sharing and barter remain important. #ModernTradition #KiribatiContinuity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"During All Saints Day families visit cemeteries clean graves and light candles blending solemn remembrance with family reunions on November XX. #AllSaints #Remembrance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 12:18:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"BDO Unibank under SM is the Philippines largest bank by assets offering retail and corporate banking trust services and investment banking solutions. #BDO #Banking"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:41 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Fishermen often sing or chant while casting lines a practice that builds rhythm and connects them with ancestral knowledge. #FishingSongs #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"After the war British officials declared Banaba uninhabitable and relocated the survivors to Rabi Island in Fiji in 1945 where they remain to this day. #ForcedRelocation #BanabanExile Banabans in Fiji were promised land and autonomy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"From wedding vows to funeral prayers language gives voice to deep cultural emotion and spirituality. #CeremonialSpeech #KiribatiRituals"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Santan (Ixora coccinea) shrubs boast dense clusters of red orange or yellow tubular blooms attracting hummingbirds and butterflies to urban gardens. #Ixora #Pollinators"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA) regulates overseas-employment agencies protects OFW rights and manages labor migration policies. #POEA #OFW"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Women transform long dried leaves into mats baskets sails and ceremonial wear. #PandanusWeaving #KiribatiTradition Mats or te inaai are essential to daily life and ceremonial customsused for sleeping praying gifting and sitting in the maneaba"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Land is narrow but the ocean is vast and full of meaning giving islanders a sense of freedom despite geographic limits. #OceanFreedom #KiribatiPerspective"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis lagoons are breeding grounds for many fish species supporting local fisheries and traditional livelihoods for island communities. #SustainableFishing #KiribatiLife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis education system increasingly integrates climate science and sustainability preparing new generations to face environmental challenges. #ClimateEducation #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:48 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati retained close ties with former colonial powers including the UK and Australia while joining the United Nations and other global organizations. #ForeignRelations #KiribatiGlobal Banaba Island remained a contested postcolonial issue"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The size of a familys maneaba or guest buia often reflects its social status and generosity especially during feasts and ceremonies. #CulturalPride #KiribatiValues"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Marine-engineering students at MSU-Iligan develop autonomous surface vehicles for coastal monitoring integrating propulsion and sensor packages. #MarineTech #Autonomy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Remittance fintechs like and Abra bridge crypto and fiat transfers reducing fees and processing times for OFW money sent back home. #Philippines #Fintech"
@2012j on X 2025-07-15 20:31:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Youth from Kiribati increasingly engage in international forums representing their nation and sharing lived experiences of climate threats. #YouthAmbassadors #KiribatiFuture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The focus is adaptation not abandonment. #StayAndAdapt #KiribatiDetermination Climate education is now part of the school curriculum helping children understand science risks and solutions. #ClimateEducation #KiribatiSchools"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Salvador St. Night Market in Iloilo features inasal chicken batchoy bowls and local craft beer drawing young professionals on weekend evenings. #IloiloNight #FoodHaven"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Many Kiribati songs and dances are dedicated to the ocean praising its beauty warning of its danger and honoring its eternal presence. #CulturalPerformance #KiribatiSea To understand Kiribati is to understand its ocean. The sea is memory livelihood challenge and teacher"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Filipino filmmakers like Lav Diaz pioneer slow-cinema using extended takes and social commentary to explore national histories and contemporary issues. #LavDiaz #Film Tangubs Subli dance combines rhythmic drumbeats with stylized footwork reenacting the legend of Sta"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 00:36:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Comprehensive Agrarian Reform Program (CARP) (1988) redistributes land to farmers with exemptions and periodic extensions shaping agrarian-reform outcomes. #LandReform #CARP"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:35 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Colonial administration grouped the Gilbert Islands with the Ellice Islands (now Tuvalu) despite their cultural differences under one governance structure. #GilbertAndEllice #KiribatiTuvalu"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Generations in Kiribati have depended on the ocean for daily survival. Fishing sailing and swimming are skills learned early rooted in necessity and tradition. #OceanCulture #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#ReligiousInstitutions #Kiribati Traditional beliefs still echo in Kiribati. Many islanders respect ancestral spirits and nature forces especially in rituals tied to fishing land and illness. #TraditionalBeliefs #KiribatiSpirits"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Ayala Corporation one of the oldest conglomerates spans real estate via Ayala Land telecommunications through Globe Telecom and power generation with AboitizPower. #Philippines #Ayala"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"General Santos Tuna Festival Market during September sells fresh sashimi-grade tuna smoked tuna products and seafood-themed handicrafts by local fisherfolk. #TunaFestival #Seafood"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#ClimateStories #Kiribati Rising temperatures threaten Kiribatis fisheries by altering fish migration patterns and coral health endangering food security. #FisheriesThreat #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:56 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#CulturalSymbols #KiribatiMeaning Weaving patterns carry symbolic meaning toodiagonal lines may represent ocean waves or family bonds reflecting the weavers story or intent. #WeavingSymbols #KiribatiCraft"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Many Kiribati families name children after ocean elementscurrents fish starsreflecting how deeply maritime identity is woven into life. #NamingTraditions #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Modern Kiribati youth embrace their ocean roots through surfing reef monitoring and environmental activism linking old and new. #YouthAndOcean #KiribatiFuture The sea defines space in Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation (PhilHealth) administers national health insurance reimbursing hospitals and subsidizing member-beneficiaries healthcare costs. #PhilHealth #Healthcare"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Easter is another major holiday often marked by sunrise services hymns in I-Kiribati and traditional food shared after prayer. #EasterSpirit #KiribatiFaith"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis traditional knowledge contributes to climate adaptation using local environmental understanding to develop sustainable fishing and farming methods. #IndigenousKnowledge #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Environmental education is growing with youth learning about climate change conservation and the role they play in protecting their islands. #EcoEducation #KiribatiYouth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Food is prepared in outdoor kitchens and eaten together on mats. #IslandCuisine #KiribatiMeals Cooking is often done with firewood or coconut husks. Earth ovens are used during feasts showcasing traditional techniques still present in modern life. #TraditionalCooking #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#InvasiveSpecies #Kiribati Community-based conservation in Kiribati integrates traditional knowledge and modern science to protect the islands natural heritage. #CommunityConservation #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:41 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribatis coconut palms are iconic and essential providing shade food building material and habitat for birds and insects. #CoconutTrees #KiribatiLandscapes"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#MarriageTraditions #KiribatiCulture From rural islands to the capital women navigate daily survival with grace balancing modern pressures with the heartbeat of tradition. #EverydayStrength #KiribatiLife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Coral reefs are vital to Kiribati providing fish habitat and shielding islands from storms. Their health is directly tied to the peoples wellbeing. #CoralReefs #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Myths speak of rival gods and tricksters who shaped the world through competition mischief and loveshowing balance between chaos and harmony. #MythicalBalance #KiribatiLegends The underworld Te Boboto is a realm of restnot punishment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"University of Santo Tomas offers mechanical-engineering programs emphasizing CAD/CAM robotics and mechatronics to prepare students for Industry XXX. #EngineeringEducation #Mechatronics"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Their verses blend humor wisdom and social commentary making poetry both entertainment and education. #IslandPoets #CulturalVoice Many Kiribati poems are improvised reflecting the performers intuition and emotional connection with the audience and occasion"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis coral reefs also act as carbon sinks so their preservation is critical both locally and globally in fighting climate change. #CoralReefs #CarbonSink Kiribati faces challenges balancing economic development with environmental sustainability to secure its future"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:52 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#CommunityPlanning #KiribatiDiaspora Kiribatis strength is not just in adaptationits in identity. Holding onto language rituals and land gives meaning even under rising seas. #ClimateIdentity #KiribatiSpirit The world has much to learn from Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:40 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#CulturalFaith #KiribatiUnity Spiritual leaders are deeply respected and often consulted not just for prayer but for advice in personal and family matters. #CommunityGuidance #KiribatiLeadership"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Globe Telecom offers mobile broadband and digital-finance services pioneering e-wallet GCash and integrated enterprise solutions for Philippine businesses. #Globe #Digital"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribati has developed a Migration with Dignity strategypreparing its people for potential relocation without losing cultural identity. #PlannedMigration #KiribatiPolicy Many fear becoming climate refugees but Kiribati insists on staying rooted"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"New projects aim to blend traditional design with disaster-resilient materials like steel frames and solar-powered lighting. #HybridHousing #KiribatiInnovation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The strength of Kiribatis traditional economy lies not just in sustainabilitybut in the cultural values of cooperation sharing and balance with nature. #IslandValues #KiribatiWisdom"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"In village gatherings womens voices are increasingly recognizedespecially in education health and environmental discussions where their insight is essential. #WomenLeadership #KiribatiVoices During ceremonies and festivals women are organizers and performers"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Coral reefs surrounding Kiribati are vital for marine biodiversity and act as natural barriers against storms and erosion. Their health is critical for island survival. #CoralReefs #OceanProtection"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Cebu Pacific Air a low-cost carrier under JG Summit democratized air travel with extensive domestic routes and fleet expansion of Airbus narrowbodies. #Philippines #CebuPacific"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#ModernFilipina #Innovation Male fashion in the Philippines sees revival of the modern barong with slim cuts contemporary embroidery and lightweight technical fabrics. #Menswear #Revival"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) Law adjusted income-tax brackets and increased excise taxes aiming for progressive revenue generation and social equity. #TaxReform #Revenue"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The beaches of Kiribati are fringed with coconut palms and lush vegetation providing habitat for crabs seabirds and unique coastal plants. #TropicalParadise #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"British colonization formally began in the late 1800s when the Gilbert Islands (part of present-day Kiribati) were declared a protectorate and later a crown colony. #BritishEmpire #KiribatiColonial"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Faith in Kiribati is not just beliefit is lived practice woven into family festivals and future hopes giving strength to a people rooted in tradition and resilience. #IslandFaith #KiribatiHope"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Many traditional uses are now threatened by climate change imported crops and loss of elder knowledgemaking documentation urgent. #KnowledgeLoss #KiribatiCulture Protecting Kiribatis plant knowledge means protecting identity health and resilience"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The saltwater intrusion caused by climate change is affecting freshwater lenses beneath Kiribatis islands endangering local agriculture. #ClimateCrisis #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The name reflects local adaptation of colonial terms into a unique national identity. #KiribatiName #CulturalAdaptation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Former President Anote Tong became a global symbol for climate advocacy calling for migration with dignity and stronger international accountability. #AnoteTong #ClimateLeader"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"War remnants remain today as monuments grave sites and historical artifacts. #KiribatiWWII #WarLegacy After the war decolonization movements gained momentum. Islanders increasingly demanded greater self-governance and recognition of local identity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The islands sandy soils are poor in nutrients relying heavily on natural recycling of organic matter for plant growth. #SoilEcology #Kiribati Kiribati faces growing challenges from invasive species that threaten native plants and animals requiring active management"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:41 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The memory of colonial rule is preserved in monuments archives and oral histories offering lessons and warnings for future generations. #HistoricalMemory #KiribatiLegacy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis native plants are more than landscapethey are life sources. From food to medicine from construction to ceremony plants shape island living through deep traditional knowledge. #NativePlants #KiribatiWisdom The coconut tree called niu is known as the tree of life"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Metrobank (Metropolitan Bank & Trust) provides retail and corporate banking trust services and remittance products backed by robust branch and ATM networks. #Philippines #Metrobank"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:35 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Americanperiod neoclassical buildingsManila City Hall and University of the Philippines Main Halluse reinforced concrete and symmetrical layouts for durability. #Neoclassical #Durability"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Many I-Kiribati men were recruited to work on phosphate mines on Banaba and Nauru often in harsh conditions separating families for months or years. #LaborMigration #KiribatiWorkers World War II dramatically affected Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Seabirds like the red-footed booby contribute to nutrient cycling in Kiribatis fragile island ecosystems by bringing ocean nutrients ashore. #Seabirds #KiribatiEcology"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:40 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Department of Tourism (DOT) implements tourism promotion campaigns accredits tour operators and develops community-based tourism programs. #DOT #Tourism"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Saltwater intrusion contaminates underground freshwater lenses making drinking water scarce. Rainwater tanks are now essential for survival. #WaterCrisis #KiribatiAdaptation Erosion eats away at coastlines displacing communities and damaging crops"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Community water tanks are being installed in schools and churches ensuring backup during drought or saltwater contamination. #WaterResilience #KiribatiInfrastructure"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Kiribati diaspora especially in New Zealand and Fiji plays a key role in soft diplomacysharing stories supporting remittances and advocating abroad. #DiasporaDiplomacy #KiribatiGlobal"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Effective tax administrationdigitalization data analytics and stakeholder engagementstrengthens the Philippines capacity to fund inclusive development. #TaxAdmin #SustainableRevenue"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 12:19:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Bioclimatic design in modern homes maximizes crossventilation sun shading and local materialslike bamboo louvers and recycled wood. #Bioclimatic #Sustainability"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribati has engaged with China and Taiwan at different times reflecting shifting interests and the complexity of Pacific geopolitics. #Geopolitics #KiribatiAsiaRelations"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The country engages with the International Maritime Organization as it holds one of the worlds largest Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs). #MaritimeRights #KiribatiOcean"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Though small in size Kiribati holds a strong voice in global affairsespecially on climate change. Its diplomacy is rooted in survival sovereignty and solidarity with other island nations. #KiribatiDiplomacy #IslandVoice Kiribati joined the United Nations in 1999"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Blue Water Lily (Nymphaea nouchali) floats in Laguna de Bay ponds its pale blue petals opening at dawn and closing at dusk daily. #WaterLily #Phenology"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Many church songs are sung in I-Kiribati and incorporate traditional harmonies showing the blend of Christian faith with indigenous musical forms. #FaithAndMusic #KiribatiWorship Performance in Kiribati is rarely solo"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Overseas Workers Welfare Administration provides pre-departure orientation reintegration grants and legal assistance for OFWs returning or encountering abuse. #OWWA #Support"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 20:21:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"They maintain distinct traditions language and governance separate from the indigenous Fijians. #RabiCommunity #BanabanPeople Banaba itself has very few residents today. A small group remains to care for sacred sites and advocate for land rights and restoration"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Heavy phosphate mining devastated its land and many Banabans were relocated to Fiji sparking legal and land disputes. #BanabaIssue #KiribatiDiaspora Kiribati has no standing army"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Public administration in the Philippines evolves through digital transformation decentralization and stakeholder engagement to deliver inclusive accountable governance. #GoodGovernance #Innovation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 10:43:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Post-independence Kiribati adopted a republican system with a President Parliament and Constitution while preserving traditional institutions like the Maneaba. #Governance #KiribatiRepublic"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"A founding member of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS) Kiribati works with other vulnerable nations to push for urgent global climate action. #AOSIS #IslandAlliance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:24 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis youth actively participate in climate activism organizing events and raising awareness locally and internationally to secure a sustainable future. #YouthActivism #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Also called te taetae ni Kiribati the language belongs to the Austronesian family and is closely related to other Micronesian languages like Tuvaluan. #PacificLanguages #KiribatiLinguistics I-Kiribati is the primary language in homes churches and maneaba gatherings"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:24 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"As a signatory to the Paris Agreement Kiribati consistently calls for limiting global warming to below 1.5C to ensure its survival. #ParisAgreement #KiribatiClimate"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"International NGOs and faith-based groups support Kiribati in fields like disaster preparedness education and womens empowerment. #GlobalSupport #KiribatiDevelopment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Although technology is slowly becoming more available Kiribati life remains mostly unplugged focused on human connection over digital devices. #SlowLiving #KiribatiBalance When a neighbor is sick or grieving the whole village shows upbringing food help or comfort"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Phoenix Islands Protected Area is a marine sanctuary spanning over 400000 square kilometers home to sharks manta rays and vibrant reef ecosystems. #MarineSanctuary #KiribatiNature"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:24 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Green architecture by Francisco Maosa uses capiz windows and coralstone facades embedding Filipino neovernacular style into contemporary buildings. #GreenArchitecture #Maosa"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Davaos Roxas Avenue Night Market transforms city streets into food fairs offering grilled seafood exotic shakes and durian treats into the early hours. #RoxasNight #Davao"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#KiribatiFestivals #IslandSpirit At the start of the year many villages hold a Thanksgiving event called Bore ni Maungatabu combining church services and community feasts. #ThanksgivingFestival #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Shops close work stops and families gather for prayer meals and fellowship. #SabbathTradition #KiribatiLife The two largest denominations are the Roman Catholic Church and the Kiribati Protestant Church each with deep roots and active roles in education and development"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The ocean has historically connected Kiribati with neighboring island cultures facilitating exchange of language goods and stories. #PacificConnection #KiribatiHistory"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati's creation myths form the spiritual foundation of its culture. They explain not just the origin of islands and people but the invisible bonds connecting land sea sky and ancestors. #KiribatiMyths #IslandCosmology"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The balance between modern governance and traditional leadership continues to shape Kiribatis postcolonial political and cultural evolution. #TraditionalAndModern #KiribatiPolitics"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Baskets fans and storage containers are woven not just for function but beauty each with specific shapes and patterns. #IslandBasketry #KiribatiDesign"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Act Promoting and Protecting Enterprises in Economic Zones offers tax incentives and streamlined regulations for enterprises in PEZA zones to attract FDI. #EconomicZones #Investment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Local weavers use backstrap looms for Abaca and Ramie fabrics supplying runways and retail with authentic handwoven textiles. #Handloom #Artisanal The barot saya has been reimagined into chic crop-tops and midi-skirts by young designers appealing to modern urban consumers"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#IslandSongs #KiribatiExpression Diaspora communities in New Zealand Fiji and elsewhere strive to preserve I-Kiribati for their children through community schools and churches. #LanguageAbroad #KiribatiDiaspora Language connects to land"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Their first lessons in independence and responsibility often begin in tidal pools and fishing boats. #IslandChildhood #Kiribati The ocean serves as a communal space in Kiribatipeople bathe socialize work and celebrate near its shores reinforcing social bonds"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Mechanical engineering in the Philippines focuses on machine design thermofluids and materials engineering for industries like automotive manufacturing and energy. #MechEng #Innovation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Respect is a core value in Kiribati society. From how one enters the Maneaba to how elders are greeted social behavior reflects deep cultural norms. #RespectCulture #KiribatiCustoms"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Names often reference stars winds or eventsrevealing the deep cosmological role of language. #NameCulture #IKiribatiHeritage Songs sung in I-Kiribati are powerful tools for remembering. Whether spiritual political or romantic they reinforce identity across generations"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Rice Tariffication Law (2019) replaced quantitative import restrictions with tariffs stabilizing prices and funding support for local farmers competitiveness. #Agriculture #RicePolicy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"This environmental knowledge is passed down and essential for daily decisions. #OceanKnowledge #KiribatiLife Ceremonies often include offerings to the sea or spiritual observances for safe journeys highlighting the sacredness of the ocean in Kiribatis belief system"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#CraftHeritage #KiribatiGenerations The te wa or outrigger canoe is a symbol of craftsmanship and cultural pridestill built on outer islands using age-old methods. #TraditionalBoats #KiribatiMaritime In outer islands even house construction is a craft"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Many Banaban youth grow up in Fiji but are raised to know their islands story visit ancestral land and carry pride in their heritage. #BanabanYouth #DiasporaIdentity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis EEZ covers over XXX million square kilometers giving it strategic relevance in marine conservation fisheries and shipping lanes. #BlueDiplomacy #KiribatiWaters"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Australia and New Zealand have long been major development partners providing aid for education health and climate adaptation. #PacificPartners #KiribatiAid"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Poblacion Food Crawl includes pop-up stalls lining Makatis P. Burgos Street offering street-style tacos craft cocktails and shared-table dining experiences. #Poblacion #Foodie"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#DevelopmentChallenges #KiribatiFuture Despite its size Kiribati has taken strong positions in international climate negotiations giving voice to small island nations facing existential threats. #ClimateDiplomacy #KiribatiLeadership"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#HealersAndEconomy #KiribatiMedicine Ceremonial exchange like gift-giving during weddings or funerals reaffirmed status and kinship ties. These exchanges had both social and economic value. #CeremonialWealth #KiribatiCustoms"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Intramuros Crafts Market features artisans selling capiz lanterns azulejo-style tiles and bamboo souvenirs within Manilas historic walled city. #Intramuros #Crafts"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribatis remote location has helped preserve unique wildlife. Its atolls and reefs provide habitats for seabirds turtles reef fish and coral species found nowhere else on Earth. #KiribatiWildlife #IslandBiodiversity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Literacy rates in Kiribati have improved steadily with most youth now able to read and write in both English and I-Kiribati. #LiteracyMatters #IslandProgress"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Nothing was wastedcoconut shells became bowls fish bones became tools and old cloths became fishing lines. #ZeroWaste #KiribatiInnovation Outer islands often exchanged goods with each othersalt from one island for pandanus mats from anotherforming regional trade networks"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Vigans Plaza Burgos Market offers burnay jars handwoven baskets and Ilocos empanadas amidst cobblestone streets and Spanish colonial facades. #Vigan #Heritage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Ancestral spirits or Te Uea are thought to reside near homes guiding families warning of danger or blessing milestones. #AncestralSpirits #KiribatiFaith Myths often warn against arrogance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) formulates monetary policy maintains price stability and supervises banks to ensure financial system soundness. #BSP #CentralBank"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Kalachuchi (Plumeria rubra) features clusters of pink white or yellow petals with intoxicating fragrance forming sacred temple offerings in Visayan temples. #Plumeria #Temple"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Male artists like Ronald Ventura blur high- and low-culture references in paintings redefining Filipino male artistic identity in contemporary art. #Ventura #Art"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 02:27:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"School libraries are rare but when available they offer a world of stories knowledge and inspiration for curious young minds. #EducationResources #KiribatiLearning"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Cebus Taboan Market specializes in dried fishdanggit dangit flakesand local spices exporting to Filipino communities abroad as preserved-food staples. #Taboan #Exports"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Global funding supports some adaptation projects but access remains slow and unequal. More direct aid is needed for small island nations. #ClimateJustice #SupportKiribati Kiribati leads diplomatically"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis coral reefs provide natural protection for villages from wave action underscoring the need to preserve them for disaster resilience. #NaturalBarrier #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:40 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Heroes who defy the gods or mock nature face downfallteaching humility and respect for balance. #MoralLessons #KiribatiStories Creation tales are told in poetry and song passed down by elders during feasts nights under the stars or special ceremonies"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati explores relocation options for some communities balancing cultural attachment to land with the reality of environmental threats. #ClimateRelocation #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati has diplomatic relations with both Western and Asian countries balancing traditional ties with new strategic partnerships. #ForeignPolicy #KiribatiRelations"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Saltwater intrusion contaminates freshwater supplies in Kiribati affecting drinking water and agriculture. Communities rely on rainwater harvesting but face increasing shortages during droughts. #WaterCrisis #KiribatiClimate"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Environmental experts say full restoration of Banaba is difficult but not impossible with efforts needed to rehabilitate the land and water systems. #BanabaRestoration #EcologicalJustice Spiritual ties to Banaba remain strong"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Schools serve as spaces for learning social bonding and cultural transmission. #KiribatiEducation #CommunityLearning Classrooms are simple but full of life. Students learn English and I-Kiribati alongside subjects like math science and Kiribati culture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Even traditional dances sometimes carry spiritual messages symbolizing creation protection or the harmony between people and nature. #SacredDance #KiribatiExpression"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Local stone-arch Malagonlong Bridge restored using original mortar recipes and structural retrofitting blending heritage and civil-engineering practices. #HeritageEngineering #Restoration"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 06:23:45 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Daily life in Kiribati may seem simplebut it is rich in meaning togetherness and cultural depth offering lessons in sustainability and human connection. #KiribatiWisdom #IslandLiving"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Ylang-Ylang (Cananga odorata) trees produce star-shaped yellow flowers whose essential oil is used in perfumes celebrated in Iloilos annual floral festival. #YlangYlang #Aromatherapy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Natural dyes are extracted from bark roots or charcoal to color mats or textiles often reflecting earth tones and symbolic contrasts. #NaturalDyeing #KiribatiColor"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Mangrove forests in Kiribati serve as vital coastal buffers against storm surges and provide shelter for juvenile fish species. #Mangroves #CoastalProtection"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"People exchanged laborbuilding repairing or teachingin return for food mats or favors. #LaborExchange #KiribatiSkills Traditional healers and spiritual specialists offered services in exchange for goods forming part of the symbolic and practical economy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Administrative law governs public-service regulation with the Civil Service Commission overseeing disciplinary actions against government employees. #AdministrativeLaw #CSConn"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 20:36:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Lucban Pahiyas Agro-Market showcases farm-fresh produce rice-wafer decorations and handicraft demonstrations during the Pahiyas festival in Quezon Province. #Pahiyas #Agromarket"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Crabs like the red rock crab and hermit crabs are common along Kiribatis beaches and play important roles in breaking down organic material. #BeachCrabs #KiribatiWildlife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis cultural festivals increasingly include themes of environmental stewardship to connect tradition with modern challenges. #CulturalResilience #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:54 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Feral cats and invasive rodents threaten native birds and disrupt fragile ecosystems prompting control programs on several islands. #InvasiveSpecies #KiribatiConservation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati is a remote Pacific island nation known for its stunning atolls coral reefs and turquoise lagoons. Its unique ecosystem supports vibrant marine life and rare seabirds. #KiribatiNature #IslandEcosystem"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Philippines harbors over XXX endemic mammal species across diverse habitatsfrom Philippine tarsiers in Bohol to Visayan spotted deer in Panay. #EndemicSpecies #Biodiversity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 16:34:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Oral poetry known as te kabeti is performed during ceremonies and social events. It combines metaphor repetition and gesture to evoke memory identity and place. #KiribatiPoetry #OralTradition Poets in Kiribati are respected as cultural carriers"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Sampaguita (Jasminum sambac) is the national flower revered for its delicate white blooms and sweet fragrance often woven into garlands for special ceremonies. #Sampaguita #NationalFlower"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#CoralResearch #KiribatiOcean Kiribatis atolls support limited terrestrial biodiversity but native plants like pandanus beach heliotrope and salt-tolerant grasses thrive here. #IslandFlora #KiribatiPlants"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"In music and dance women choreograph and preserve expressive forms that pass history and emotion through movement. #CulturalPerformance #KiribatiArt"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Hair combs called te rebwerebwe are intricately carved from bone or shell and were once worn as signs of status and beauty. #TraditionalAdornment #KiribatiHair Woven fans are functional and ceremonial"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Local leaders promote renewable energy projects to reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels and mitigate climate impacts. #RenewableEnergy #Kiribati Kiribatis climate challenges underscore the importance of preserving natural habitats as buffers against disasters"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:56 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"These massive mollusks filter seawater and contribute to reef health while being culturally revered. #GiantClams #KiribatiReef The warm nutrient-poor waters of Kiribati are ideal for coral growth hosting extensive reef formations that attract scientific study"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Legazpi Sunday Market combines Filipino craft stalls gourmet food trucks and live music at Ayala Triangle Gardens creating vibrant community gatherings. #Legazpi #Community"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#CommunityLife #KiribatiOcean Kiribatis diet depends heavily on the sea. Tuna reef fish shellfish and seaweed form the basis of many meals prepared with traditional flavors. #OceanFood #KiribatiCuisine"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Online marketplacesZalora Lazadafeature Filipino fashion brands expanding reach beyond Manila to provincial and international customers via e-commerce. #eCommerce #Access"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Traditional weaving and craft practices in Kiribati are threatened by environmental changes affecting the availability of raw materials like pandanus leaves. #CulturalImpact #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:48 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"National speeches and policies are often first delivered in the native language affirming local ownership. #NationalLanguage #KiribatiLeadership For many islanders speaking I-Kiribati abroad is an act of prideasserting belonging and carrying home in ones voice"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Post-independence literature music and visual art in Kiribati explore themes of identity resilience and connection to land and sea. #KiribatiArts #CulturalExpression"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Remote work accelerated during COVID19; companies adopted VPNs Zoom calls and cloud collaboration tools to maintain operations amid lockdowns. #RemoteWork #DigitalTransformation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 08:25:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Locals trade fish vegetables and crafts in friendly exchanges rooted in trust rather than strict pricing. #LocalMarkets #KiribatiEconomy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Nearly every village in Kiribati has a church. Services are well-attended and faith-based activities like choir youth groups and communal prayer are core to social life. #IslandChurches #KiribatiCommunity Sunday is strictly observed as a day of rest and worship"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Though Christianity is now dominant many still believe in or respect the old cosmology blending faiths into a dual spiritual worldview. #Syncretism #KiribatiFaith"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:42 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis biodiversity is under increasing pressure from rising sea levels ocean warming and pollution calling for urgent conservation action. #ProtectNature #KiribatiWildlife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Makati Farmers Market specializes in organic fruits vegetables and artisanal bread supporting local growers and sustainable agriculture initiatives. #FarmersMarket #Organic"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Philippine Fashion Week showcases seasonal collections by local and diaspora designers drawing buyers and media to Manilas runway events. #PFW #Runway"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Ukoy shrimp fritters with bean sprouts and sweet-spicy vinegar dip exemplify Filipino knack for crispy textures and tangy complements. #Ukoy #Fried Pandesal soft bread rolls for breakfast are split and filled with cheese itlog or ube halaya energizing early-day routines"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 10:43:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Its fruit is eaten raw or dried while its leaves are woven into mats baskets and roof thatching. #PandanusUses #IslandCraft Breadfruit trees are a major food source. Their starchy fruits are roasted boiled or fermented. The wood is also used to make canoes and house frames"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"National Economic and Development Authority (NEDA) formulates socioeconomic plans conducts project evaluations and coordinates regional development across government agencies. #NEDA #Planning"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"University journalism programs at UP Diliman and UST emphasize ethics investigative methods and digital reporting skills to prepare future media practitioners. #JournalismEducation #Ethics"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 06:31:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Ayala Corporation leads holdings in real estate (Ayala Land) banking (BPI) telecom (Globe) and water utility services (Manila Water) with sustainability commitments. #Ayala #ESG"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribati students often participate in regional essay contests debates and environmental events that expand their confidence and horizons. #StudentEmpowerment #KiribatiYouth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"SM Investments Corporation operates over XX malls listed in ASEAN XX Index and invests in banking (BDO) property development and leisure (hotels and cinemas). #SMIC #Diversification"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#CeremonialPoetry #KiribatiCulture Some dances mimic nature: the swaying of palm trees the flight of birds or the flow of tideseach movement rich with metaphor. #NatureInspired #KiribatiDance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Despite the odds Kiribati communities show resilienceplanting salt-resistant crops harvesting rain and reviving traditional skills. #IslandIngenuity #KiribatiSolutions Youth-led climate action is growing"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The maneaba Kiribatis central meeting house functions through formal speech acts in I-Kiribati governed by protocol lineage and shared understanding. #ManeabaLanguage #CulturalProtocol Many elders worry about language shift"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati is on the frontlines of climate change. With most land less than X meters above sea level rising oceans threaten homes freshwater and cultural survival. #ClimateFrontline #KiribatiReality"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Manunggul Jar sculpture on Laguna Beach provides early pottery motifsboat and sea imageryillustrating Neolithic Filipino beliefs in afterlife journeys. #Manunggul #Archaeology"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 00:36:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Women in Kiribati are central to family life and cultural continuity. As mothers caregivers and teachers they carry the wisdom and strength that keep communities resilient and traditions alive. #KiribatiWomen #CulturalRoots"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Home blessings led by elders or pastors are common when new buia are built symbolizing protection and communal harmony. #HouseBlessing #KiribatiCeremony"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:40 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati children grow up in close-knit communities where everyone looks out for each other and elders are deeply respected and involved in their upbringing. #ChildhoodCulture #Kiribati Meals in Kiribati are simple yet nourishing based on fresh fish root crops and coconut"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"National security is maintained through regional partnerships and a strong commitment to peace and neutrality. #PeacefulNation #KiribatiSecurity Postcolonial challenges included limited economic resources reliance on foreign aid and vulnerability to climate change impacts"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Seagrass beds in Kiribatis waters provide nursery habitats for young fish and help maintain water quality by filtering pollutants. #MarineHabitat #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Ocean-based myths and ancestral legends are part of Kiribatis oral tradition telling of spirits sea creatures and voyages that explain the worlds creation. #OceanMyths #KiribatiLegends Children in Kiribati grow up playing and learning by the sea"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati is one of the worlds most vulnerable nations to climate change. Rising sea levels threaten its low-lying islands risking displacement of communities and loss of homeland. Adaptation efforts are urgent and ongoing. #ClimateChange #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"At the heart of Kiribati cosmology is Nareau the Creator a spider-god who shaped the universe by separating darkness from light and sky from ocean. #NareauLegend #KiribatiCreation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Drums and clapping sticks are used sparingly in traditional songs. The human voice remains the dominant tool for conveying rhythm story and emotion. #VocalTradition #IslandRhythm Songs often tell of love longing ocean journeys or spiritual themes"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Every post and beam has meaning representing clans and collective unity making it not just a building but a cultural foundation. #SacredArchitecture #KiribatiIdentity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis traditional economy was based on self-sufficiency. Families fished farmed and crafted what they needed using local resources with little reliance on imported goods. #SelfSufficiency #KiribatiEconomy Fishing was the backbone of food production"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Even funerals in Kiribati may involve the oceanashes scattered at sea or gatherings held near shorelines where ancestors are believed to watch. #OceanRituals #KiribatiSpirituality"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Songs stories and rituals remind people of past hardships and encourage unity amid modern threats. #CulturalResilience #KiribatiTradition Even migration if needed is approached collectively. Families plan together ensuring kinship and cultural networks are preserved abroad"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Contemporary Filipino fashion merges indigenous textilesAbel Iloko Tnalak Piawith modern silhouettes on runways and red carpets worldwide. #PinoyFashion #Heritage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Craft Central Manila weekend bazaar highlights independent crafters vintage fashion and upcycled dcor in a central urban warehouse. #CraftCentral #Vintage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#NatureBasedSolutions #Kiribati The future of Kiribati hinges on global climate action local resilience and cultural strength in the face of unprecedented change. #HopeForKiribati #ClimateAction"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:57 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"In Kiribati the ocean isnt just geographyits life history food and identity. The sea shapes every aspect of the islanders culture providing sustenance transport and spiritual meaning. #KiribatiOcean #IslandLife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:23 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati womens traditional knowledge about plants and remedies supports community health and reflects generations of accumulated wisdom. #TraditionalMedicine #KiribatiWomen"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Parents teachers and community leaders are working to support youth through education culture and preparation for a changing world. #YouthSupport #KiribatiCommunity Kiribatis youth carry the hopes of their people"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribatis coral reefs are under threat from ocean acidification which weakens the coral skeletons and disrupts reef ecosystems. #OceanAcidification #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Seagrass beds near Kiribatis shores serve as nursery grounds for juvenile fish and feeding areas for green turtles and sea birds. #SeagrassHabitat #KiribatiMarineLife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Life in Kiribati revolves around family and community. Households are often multi-generational with shared responsibilities and strong interdependence shaping daily routines. #KiribatiLife #IslandCommunity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:24 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis remote location makes it a critical area for studying climate change impacts on small island nations globally. #ClimateResearch #KiribatiNature"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis leaders stress equality in international discoursearguing that size should not silence moral authority or survival rights. #SovereignEquality #KiribatiStand"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Children learn poetry and music early often through lullabies chants and participation in community performances from a young age. #CulturalLearning #KiribatiYouth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis low-lying islands face rising sea levels threatening its natural habitat. Preservation efforts focus on coral reef restoration and sustainable fishing practices. #ClimateAction #KiribatiNature"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribati collaborates with international organizations for funding and technical support in climate resilience and disaster preparedness. #GlobalPartnerships #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"These birds play key roles in nutrient cycling across island ecosystems. #Seabirds #KiribatiEcology Frigatebirds known for their impressive wingspans and red throat pouches soar above Kiribatis coasts often riding ocean winds for hours. #Frigatebirds #KiribatiWings"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Myth connects identity to time immemorial reinforcing belonging and reverence. #MythAndIdentity #KiribatiRoots Even illness or misfortune may be explained through cosmological lensesas imbalance in nature spirits displeased or ancestral warnings"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:40 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Youth are using media and technology to connect with global issues while also sharing Kiribatis voice and culture with the world. #DigitalYouth #KiribatiVoices"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Whaleshark aggregations at Donsol Bay draw ecotourism with guidelines ensuring minimal disturbance to these gentle filter feeders. #WhaleShark #Ecotourism"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 16:34:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Crafted with precision and care they embody knowledge of balance material and sea behavior. #CanoeArt #KiribatiSeafaring Kiribati artisans use coconut shells to make spoons cups jewelry and even musical instruments maximizing use of every resource"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Despite limited land area Kiribatis natural habitats are home to diverse species that thrive in extreme conditions like salt sun and wind. #IslandAdaptation #KiribatiEcosystems"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"In some homes mats are layered for sitting and sleeping doubling as furniture in a minimalist flexible layout. #MatCulture #KiribatiLifestyle The homes interior is multipurposethere are no walls dividing rooms"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Rural microentrepreneurs run sarisari stores using simple inventory ledgers and community credit lines to sustain village economies. #MicroBiz #Entrepreneurship"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 08:25:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Maneaba isnt just a meeting placeits where villagers gather daily to talk rest weave or prepare for ceremonies. It reflects the communal rhythm of Kiribati life. #ManeabaLife #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Civil Aviation Authority of the Philippines (CAAP) regulates aviation safety certifies airports and oversees air-traffic control operations. #CAAP #Aviation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Department of Health (DOH) oversees public-health policy disease surveillance and universalhealth-care implementation across the archipelago. #DOH #PublicHealth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Philippine Export-Import Bank (PhilEXIM) provides financing and guarantees to exporters supporting trade expansion and export-oriented industries. #PhilEXIM #Trade"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:35 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"It carries values of respect kinship and harmony embedded in its structure. #NativeTongue #KiribatiCulture The language is oral by origin. Storytelling chants and proverbs are key to transmitting history morals and practical knowledge through generations"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#ImprovisedPoetry #KiribatiPerformance Music in Kiribati is primarily vocal using rich harmonies and call-and-response patterns. It is rooted in communal singing traditions rather than instrumental complexity. #KiribatiMusic #ChoralTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Community sportsespecially volleyball and canoe racingare popular and promote physical health teamwork and island pride. #CommunitySports #KiribatiSpirit Villages often organize cleanup days where everyone joins to clean public areas collect trash or repair paths"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"In Kiribati a house is more than shelterits a cultural center a spiritual space and a reflection of connection between people land and sea. #KiribatiHome #IslandHarmony"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:42 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"In some villages homes must be moved inlandor abandoned. #CoastalErosion #KiribatiLoss More frequent king tides now flood homes schools and roads. Families build stone walls sandbag barriers and raise houses to cope. #KingTides #KiribatiResilience"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 02:20:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Rainwater is collected from rooftops into tanks and communities work together to maintain shared wells. #WaterAccess #KiribatiResilience Despite modern influences traditional clothing is still worn regularly"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Sacred stones trees and even certain waves are believed to hold the presence of spirits or gods. Theyre not touched without permission or prayer. #SacredSites #KiribatiTaboo"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The women of Kiribati are culture-bearers caregivers leaders and protectors of life and land. Their strength is at the center of the nations past and its future. #KiribatiWomen #IslandStrength"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Poetic duels between orators are held in public debates especially during maneaba discussions or weddings. Wordplay and wisdom are both celebrated. #SpokenArt #KiribatiDialogue"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The atolls of Kiribati are formed by coral growth over ancient volcanic islands creating fragile ecosystems that are both beautiful and vulnerable. #IslandGeology #KiribatiNature"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Since then it has consistently advocated for climate justice and the rights of small island developing states. #UNMembership #KiribatiGlobal"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:23 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The nations vulnerability is a powerful reminder of the global need to reduce emissions and protect small island states. #GlobalResponsibility #Kiribati Kiribatis people often share stories of changing weather patterns reinforcing the lived reality of climate impacts"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:55 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Salt marshes and coastal mudflats may be small in Kiribati but they provide feeding grounds for migratory shorebirds during key seasons. #ShorebirdHabitat #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Tax Identification Number registration is mandatory for all taxpayers streamlining tax filings for individuals corporations and selfemployed professionals. #TIN #Registration"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 12:19:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#SpiritualCraft #KiribatiBeliefs Kiribati craft is sustainable by nature. No machines no plasticjust skill time and respect for the materials gifted by the land and sea. #EcoCraft #KiribatiSustainability"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Many fish species found in Kiribati reefs are endemic to the central Pacific underscoring the global importance of preserving these waters. #EndemicSpecies #KiribatiReef"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Banaban culture includes unique chants dances and oral histories that recount their deep connection to Banaba and the trauma of displacement. #BanabanCulture #OralTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"ChristianIslamic interfaith dialogues in Cotabato foster understanding respect and cooperative social projects among faith communities. #Interfaith #Harmony"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 00:43:43 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"AboitizPower operates renewable and thermal power plants targeting 3000 MW of clean energy capacity through hydro solar and geothermal projects. #Philippines #AboitizPower"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Spanish colonial churchesSan Agustin and Miagaofeature massive buttresses coralstone walls and earthquakebaroque designs unique to the tropics. #Baroque #Heritage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Coconut trees provided vital resourcesfood drink roofing rope fuel and even medicinemaking them central to the Kiribati economy and daily life. #CoconutEconomy #KiribatiLife Pandanus trees were cultivated for fruit and leaves"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Men caught reef and pelagic fish using handmade lines spears or tidal traps passed down through generations. #FishingTradition #KiribatiSustenance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"From colonized islands to a sovereign republic Kiribatis journey reflects strength adaptation and the enduring spirit of a proud island people. #PostcolonialPride #KiribatiResilience"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:39 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Community care is a way of life. #CompassionCulture #KiribatiSupport Sundays are quiet and sacred. Shops close chores pause and families gather for rest reflection and time at churchhonoring a collective day of peace. #SabbathCulture #KiribatiFaith"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati promotes the concept of migration with dignitypreparing its citizens for potential relocation without loss of identity or rights. #MigrationPolicy #KiribatiAdaptation"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"To preserve Kiribati crafts is to preserve knowledge pride and the connection between generations. Each woven strand is part of a cultural tapestry. #CraftLegacy #KiribatiHeritage"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Dancers remain in place but use arms hands and facial expressions vividly. #KiribatiDance #CulturalMotion Symbolism in Kiribati art is subtle but powerful. A coconut tree may represent resilience while a canoe signifies guidance legacy and connection to ancestors"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Symbolic garments like flower garlands or shell necklaces worn during performances are not just decorationthey carry meaning and identity. #AdornmentArt #KiribatiSymbols Cultural festivals provide the main stage for poetry and music"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Colonial authorities introduced cash economies tax systems and foreign labor recruitment shifting islanders from subsistence life to dependence on trade and wages. #EconomicChange #KiribatiColonial"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"BDO Unibank flagship of SM Group is the largest bank by assets offering retail banking SME lending and wealth management services nationwide. #Philippines #BDO"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Phoenix Islands Protected Area in Kiribati is one of the worlds largest marine protected zones home to diverse species like giant clams sea turtles and rare fish. #MarineConservation #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:27 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Women gathered shellfish octopus and sea cucumbers from the reef during low tide contributing to the households daily protein intake. #WomenAndFishing #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 22:23:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#BreadfruitTree #KiribatiFood Taro grown in sunken pits called babai is a treasured root crop in Kiribati. It requires care compost and knowledge passed through generations. #TaroFarming #KiribatiAgriculture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 00:45:28 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Online business registration integrates BIR TIN issuance with DTI and SEC data exchanges offering onestop onboarding for entrepreneurs. #OneStopShop #Startup"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 12:19:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Diplomacy in Kiribati is both formal and culturalleaders use dance language and symbols to convey identity and connection during summits. #CulturalDiplomacy #KiribatiTradition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Philippine Competition Commission (PCC) enforces anti-monopoly laws reviews mergers and acquisitions and promotes market competition. #PCC #Competition"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:33 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Religion and spirituality are central to daily life in Kiribati. Christianity is the dominant faith but traditional beliefs and customs still influence how people connect with the land sea and ancestors. #KiribatiFaith #SpiritualLife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Girls education in Kiribati is improving with more young women completing secondary school and pursuing leadership and academic goals. #GirlsEducation #KiribatiFuture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis warm equatorial climate supports year-round growth of tropical plants including breadfruit and pandanus trees important to local diets. #TropicalFlora #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati participates in international climate negotiations such as COP summits often delivering emotional appeals on the urgency of rising seas. #ClimateNegotiations #KiribatiCOP"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:29 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Bougainvillea vines carpet walls in vibrant magenta purple or white blooms flourishing in Mandaluyongs urban landscapes with minimal maintenance. #Bougainvillea #Urban"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Despite hardships Kiribati communities maintain strong social cohesion and cultural pride key factors in their resilience to climate stress. #CommunityStrength #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:49 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Income tax for individuals employs graduated rates from X% up to XX% for incomes exceeding X million annually promoting progressive taxation. #IncomeTax #Progressivity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 12:19:23 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Ayala Lands Nuvali township integrates renewable-energy projects cycling trails and lakeside parks as model sustainable communities near Laguna de Bay. #Nuvali #Sustainability"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Artisans innovate by blending tradition with modern elementscreating handbags hats and dcor for export or tourism markets. #ModernTradition #KiribatiCreatives Crafting is a social activity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"PLDT the leading telecom provider operates fixed-line (PLDT Home) and wireless (Smart) services deploying fiber-to-the-home and 5G networks nationwide. #PLDT #Connectivity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Green sea turtles nest on Kiribatis beaches returning to the same shores where they were born. Their presence is both ecologically and culturally significant. #SeaTurtles #KiribatiHeritage Kiribati hosts large colonies of seabirds including noddies frigatebirds and boobies"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#LinguisticPride #KiribatiVoice Language loss would mean losing unique ways of seeing the world. Every idiom phrase and lullaby holds centuries of island knowledge. #CulturalLoss #ProtectLanguages To preserve I-Kiribati is to preserve Kiribati itself"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Preserving Kiribatis wildlife isnt just about animalsits about sustaining culture food identity and future generations of islanders. #ConservationMatters #KiribatiFuture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Public-Private Partnership Center (PPPC) develops PPP guidelines evaluates project proposals and facilitates infrastructure financing partnerships. #PPP #Infrastructure"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Batak people on Palawans northeast coast engage in turtle hunting maintain communal forest stewardship and share unique boat-building crafts. #Batak #Stewardship"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 14:27:36 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Song and dance are also considered craftschoreographed with precision and deeply rooted in storytelling and oral artistry. #DanceAsCraft #KiribatiPerformance During festivals craft competitions are held"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"OFW reintegration centers offer entrepreneurship training mental-health counseling and startup grants to facilitate smooth transition back to local labor markets. #Reintegration #Entrepreneurship"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 20:21:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Their singing dancing and coordination reflect both creativity and leadership. #CulturalEvents #KiribatiWomen Womens church groups are powerful forces for change and cohesion in Kiribati organizing community care outreach and spiritual support"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:28 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#SpiritualOcean #KiribatiCulture Sea turtles dolphins and seabirds are culturally respected animals featured in Kiribatis stories songs and conservation practices. #MarineWildlife #KiribatiRespect Climate change threatens Kiribatis ocean-based life"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Women decorate living spaces with weavings shell ornaments and dried flowers adding beauty and cultural texture to daily environments. #HomeDecor #KiribatiAesthetics House construction is communal"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The beauty and fragility of Kiribatis nature make it a symbol of the urgent need for global climate action and sustainable living. #ProtectKiribati #IslandFuture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:42 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Mechanical workshops at PUP train students in CNC machining and welding for precision fabrication of automotive and aerospace components. #CNC #SkillsTraining"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:35 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"The Philippines is a unitary presidential republic with three coequal branches: executive led by the President bicameral legislature and judiciary under the Supreme Court. #Government #Democracy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 10:43:22 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Navigating without GPS Kiribatis sailors read stars currents clouds and swellsa legacy of Micronesian wayfinding passed through oral instruction. #Wayfinding #KiribatiSeafaring"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:27 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Heliconia species exhibit lobster-claw bracts in red yellow and green thriving under rainforest canopies and popular in cut-flower exports. #Heliconia #Export"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Ease of Doing Business Act (2018) created one-stop shops in LGUs reducing permit processing times to foster entrepreneurship and investment. #EoDB #Investment"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribati is a member of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) participating in regional efforts on disaster response migration and security. #PacificUnity #KiribatiPIF"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Philippine crocodiles persist in Mindanao freshwater marshes with captive-breeding and release programs boosting wild population recovery. #Crocodile #BreedingProgram"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 16:34:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Burial grounds sacred stones and legends continue to bind people to the land even from afar. #SpiritualHomeland #BanabanFaith Each year Banaban Day is observed on Rabi Island with ceremonies speeches and cultural performances honoring their origins and resilience"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Leandro Locsins modernist masterpiecesCCP and UST Main Buildingemploy brutalist concrete forms and dynamic cantilevers blending function and aesthetics. #Locsin #Modernism"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribatis voice in ocean governance is vitalespecially in negotiating sustainable fishing rights and opposing illegal overfishing. #OceanGovernance #KiribatiSovereignty"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Philippine architecture reflects layers of indigenous Spanish colonial American neoclassical and modernist influences across urban and rural landscapes. #Architecture #Fusion"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:22 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Pop-up marketsCraft Central and Sunday Marketfeature emerging fashion brands alongside artisanal crafts promoting creative entrepreneurship. #PopUp #Entrepreneurship"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 22:28:42 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Gilbert Islands became the independent Republic of Kiribati on July XX 1979 marking a new chapter of sovereignty and national identity. #IndependenceDay #Kiribati1979 Kiribatis name comes from Gilberts spelled phonetically in I-Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Modern Kiribati artists adapt traditional rhythms and symbolism into contemporary styles keeping the art alive and evolving. #ModernTradition #KiribatiCreativity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:37 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#Decolonization #KiribatiIndependence In 1974 the Gilbert and Ellice Islands colony held a referendum. The Ellice Islands chose separation leading to the creation of Tuvalu in 1978. #SeparationVote #KiribatiTuvalu"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 12:21:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Philippine Quality Infrastructure Development Program (2020) invests in standards metrology and accreditation bodies to bolster product quality and export readiness. #Quality #Standards"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Salcedo Weekend Market in Makati features organic produce artisanal cheeses and international street-food stalls catering to upscale urban foodies. #Salcedo #Gourmet"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"While they received land on Rabi adapting to a new environment and culture was extremely difficult. #BanabanDiaspora #RabiIsland Despite living in Fiji for decades Banabans have fought to retain their identity culture and ties to their ancestral homeland"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 20:28:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Local news songs and church programs connect villages. #IslandMedia #KiribatiConnection Christianity plays a central role in daily life. Morning and evening prayers church gatherings and Sunday rest are widely observed and respected. #FaithAndCulture #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#SacredRites #KiribatiPractice The moon is personified and watched closely. Its phases are linked to fishing planting and spiritual energy woven into oral calendars. #MoonTradition #KiribatiTiming"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"A popular poetic form is the bino often recited at weddings or love ceremonies filled with praise humor and deep cultural allusions. #LovePoetry #KiribatiTradition Storytelling poetry and music often happen together"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Strategically located across the equator Kiribati plays a role in global discussions on aviation maritime law and communication infrastructure. #StrategicLocation #KiribatiLinks"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:37 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Pangalay dance in Sulu uses intricate hand and arm movements to evoke sea waves performed during weddings and cultural festivals. #Pangalay #Dance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 00:36:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Through these policiesspanning health education environment and economic reformsthe Philippines advances inclusive growth resilience and sustainable development. #PolicyImpact #SDGs"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 16:37:40 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribatis handicrafts are deeply tied to identity environment and tradition. Each item tells a storywoven by hand passed down through generations. #KiribatiCrafts #CulturalArtistry The most iconic craft is pandanus weaving"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:24 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Though remote Kiribati was a strategic hotspot during World War II. Battles fought here left deep physical political and emotional marks on the islands. #WWIIKiribati #PacificWar Tarawa Atoll became the site of one of the bloodiest Pacific battles. In 1943 U.S"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 12:11:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis President has called for climate justice emphasizing that those least responsible for emissions suffer the most severe consequences. #ClimateJustice #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:50 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Mechanics design modular prosthetic-limb components using 3D scanning and parametric modeling reducing production costs for amputee patients. #Prosthetics #Accessibility"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 14:20:41 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) insures bank deposits up to 500000 safeguarding depositor confidence during financial institution failures. #PDIC #Banking"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 20:28:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"In Kiribati households women are typically responsible for preparing meals raising children and maintaining the homeroles that are deeply respected and valued. #FamilyLife #KiribatiTradition Weaving is both an art and daily duty for many women"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:25 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Baguio Public Market sources Cordillera strawberries ube jam and pine needle crafts serving as gateway for mountain-region souvenirs and produce. #BaguioMarket #Souvenirs"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 18:37:31 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Spirits travel there after death joining their kin in peace and memory. #AfterlifeBeliefs #KiribatiCosmos Cosmology shapes ceremonies. Naming children building canoes or planting crops are often accompanied by quiet rituals honoring divine forces"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Milky Way called Te Aonibong is seen as the spine of the skya celestial path for spirits and ancestors to travel across the universe. #KiribatiSky #AncestralPath In Kiribati belief the ocean isnt just a resourceits a realm of spirits and stories"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 04:25:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Community-based mangrove replanting projects in Kiribati help stabilize shorelines and create habitats for fish supporting resilience against climate impacts. #MangroveRestoration #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Female-led initiatives in business education and conservation are growing showing how island women are shaping the future from the ground up. #IslandInnovation #KiribatiEmpowerment Sisterhood is strong in Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:36 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Many place names describe features events or spiritual historiesturning geography into oral maps. #PlaceNames #KiribatiLand Traditional riddles and word games are used to sharpen memory and entertain especially during long evenings or special gatherings"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:34 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Though species are fewer than on large continents theyre vital to pollination and balance. #InsectBiodiversity #Kiribati Traditional knowledge in Kiribati includes understanding animal behaviors guiding when and how to fish harvest or avoid certain species"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 06:28:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Villages prepare for months to present their best stories harmonies and dances. #FestivalArts #KiribatiCelebration Symbolism in Kiribati extends to names. Children may be named after stars tides or eventseach with poetic meaning tied to family or nature"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:38 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Women gather under trees to weave together exchanging stories songs and support as hands work in rhythm. #CommunityWeaving #KiribatiSisterhood Many crafts carry spiritual meaning. Certain weaves or carvings are said to offer protection prosperity or connection to ancestors"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:34 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Many students must leave home to attend school in South Tarawa facing emotional and financial challenges. #EducationAccess #KiribatiStudents Despite resource constraints teachers in Kiribati show deep dedicationmany travel long distances and work with minimal materials"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 10:43:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Traditional Kiribati houses called buia are designed for island livingraised on posts open-sided and built with materials that keep them cool and storm-resilient. #KiribatiArchitecture #IslandHomes"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"San Miguel Corporation spans brewing (San Miguel Beer) food processing power generation and infrastructure originating as a small Manila brewery in 1890. #SanMiguel #Legacy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Many church youth groups practice dance song and drama for months leading up to special religious events showcasing creativity and faith. #YouthInFaith #KiribatiWorship Religious music is beloved in Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 14:28:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis traditional fishing methods include hand lines spearfishing and tidal fish traps used with deep knowledge of tides seasons and marine behavior. #TraditionalFishing #KiribatiSkills"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:25 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Women lead climate resilience at the grassroots levelplanting mangroves managing water and teaching children about environmental stewardship. #ClimateWomen #KiribatiAction"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:32 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The I-Kiribati language is more than wordsit is memory identity and community. Spoken across all islands it reflects Kiribatis worldview and ancestral knowledge. #IKiribatiLanguage #CulturalIdentity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 08:21:23 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Rosal (Gardenia jasminoides) bears creamy white highly fragrant blossoms frequently planted near homes for its scent and use in ornamental flower arrangements. #Gardenia #Fragrance"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:30 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Women also lead in food preservationdrying fish preparing coconut cream and fermenting pandanusensuring food security for their families. #FoodTradition #KiribatiWomen"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 08:33:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Electronic filing and payment through eFPS and eBIRForms increase efficiency reduce errors and enable remote compliance amid pandemic restrictions. #Efiling #DigitalTax"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 12:19:31 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Kiribatis cultural soul is expressed through oral poetry rhythmic music and symbolic art. These forms transmit values emotions and history keeping heritage alive across generations. #KiribatiArts #CulturalExpression"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Most homes in Kiribati are built from natural materials like pandanus coconut leaves and wood. Their open structure allows airflow and reflects sustainable island living. #TraditionalHousing #KiribatiLiving"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:26 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Phoenix Islands Protected Area part of Kiribati is one of the largest marine conservation zones in the world safeguarding biodiversity for future generations. #MarineProtectedArea #Kiribati Tides winds and ocean temperatures are closely watched in Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 02:21:31 UTC XXX followers, XXX engagements

"Preserving traditional housing means preserving stories techniques and relationships passed down over generations. Each home is a piece of living heritage. #LivingTradition #KiribatiLegacy"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:42 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Kiribatis limited land area means that loss of even small tracts due to flooding can have outsized social and economic impacts. #LandLoss #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Roofs are steep and thickly thatched with dried pandanus providing insulation from heat and protection from heavy rain and salt-laden winds. #PandanusRoofing #KiribatiShelter Floors are made of wooden slats or mats"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 16:41:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"The Orchid Cattleya hybrid thrives in Cebu nurseries combining pastel hues and large petals showcasing Filipino expertise in orchid cultivation. #Cattleya #Horticulture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 14:23:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Rhinoceros hornbills nest in tree cavities in Palawans rainforests acting as seed dispersers for dipterocarp and fig tree regeneration. #Hornbill #Seed dispersal"
@2012j on X 2025-07-18 16:34:32 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"JG Summit Holdings under John Gokongwei includes Cebu Pacific airline Universal Robina food manufacturing and Robinsons Land real estate driving nation-building. #JGSumit #Growth"
@2012j on X 2025-07-17 04:33:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"People know their clan lines and family roots going back generations. #AncestralKnowledge #KiribatiHeritage Decision-making in villages includes everyone. Discussions may last hours in the Maneaba ensuring fairness and inclusivity. #CommunityLeadership #KiribatiValues"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:38 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Transitoriented developmentsTriNoma and SM North EDSAlink retail complexes with LRTMRT interchange stations via covered walkways and integrated ticketing. #TOD #Connectivity"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 04:24:29 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"#NameMeaning #KiribatiHeritage Art in Kiribati isnt separated from lifeits woven into the daily rhythm the ceremonial calendar and the communitys way of understanding the world. #EverydayArt #KiribatiCulture"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:39 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Coastal erosion reshapes Kiribatis shorelines threatening homes roads and sacred sites prompting engineering solutions like sea walls alongside nature-based defenses. #CoastalErosion #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"#SustainableDevelopment #Kiribati The Kiribati Adaptation Program supports communities with infrastructure upgrades to withstand storms and flooding. #ClimateAdaptation #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 00:46:53 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Crafting is a daily activity for many especially women. Weaving mats or fans is done while talking or singing turning labor into shared cultural time. #DailyCrafts #KiribatiWeaving Markets are simple but lively"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 04:20:35 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"In 2019 Kiribati switched diplomatic recognition from Taiwan to China sparking debate about sovereignty development and strategic alignment. #ChinaKiribati #DiplomaticShift"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 06:39:26 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"Men also engage in craftworkespecially in canoe carving paddle making and crafting fishing tools from wood shell and bone. #MenCrafting #KiribatiSkills Canoes are not only transporttheyre a cultural artifact"
@2012j on X 2025-07-21 10:37:27 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Birdwatchers flock to Kiribati to see rare species like the Christmas Island frigatebird which nests on remote islands within the nation. #Birdwatching #KiribatiWildlife"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:31 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"Some are centuries old while others are composed for modern ceremonies. #IslandSongs #KiribatiStorytelling Kiribati dances or te mwaie use music and movement to express stories of navigation nature and relationships"
@2012j on X 2025-07-20 18:36:30 UTC XXX followers, X engagements

"San Miguel Corporation originally a brewery evolved into a conglomerate producing food beverages packaging energy and infrastructure projects nationwide. #Philippines #SanMiguel"
@2012j on X 2025-07-10 20:21:24 UTC XXX followers, XX engagements

"The Kiribati environment is increasingly impacted by plastic pollution prompting community clean-up initiatives to protect marine and coastal life. #PlasticFreeOceans #Kiribati"
@2012j on X 2025-07-19 22:26:33 UTC XXX followers, X engagements