Effect of being archipelago of the Philippines?

1. There is a geographical barrier separating the Philippines from other nations in Asia. Contact and communication between Filipinos and other nations in Asia are more difficult because of the many seas and islands to cross.

2. This archipelago barrier also divides tribes and nations in the Philippines. there are over 150 dialects and language groups in the country. This just show how different people are in the country.

3. With many islands to defend, the country is easily invaded by foreigners who want to conquer or colonize. The Philippines fell to the Spanish, British, Japanese and American forces at different times in our history.

4. Smuggling, piracy, and migration can happen more easily in this archipelago.

5. The different islands and cultural features make an ideal training ground for missionaries and evangelists who want to learn about different cultures, climates and people.