Zamboanga City, Philippines: Asia's Latin City, City of Flowers

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Zamboanga Hermosa!  Bienvenidos!
 

Welcome to the ancient City of Flowers

"Asia's Latin City"
Orgullo de Mindanao

Where Chavacano and Flowers are combined to dazzle the World.
Zamboanga City's Fort Pilar - the steadfast symbol of Zamboanga's founding.

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Zamboanga is BIMP-EAGA's #1 Port City in The Philippines!

Zamboanga City Charter: The Philippines' Commonwealth Act. No. 39 signed by President Manuel Quezon in Malacañang on October 12, 1936, establishing the City of Zamboanga, was witnessed by our Mayor Caling - 2nd to right (size: 629KB)We're proud to bring to all the Zamboangueños around the world and in our beloved City of Zamboanga, a special gift from a very special woman who helped witness the Presidential Charter creating the City of Zamboanga in 1936 - The former and still beloved Mayor Caling Lobregat, and her city hall crew.  Muchas gracias con ustedes todo.  Please download this photo freely, and share it with all your fellow Chavacanos, wherever they may be.  This memorial photo belongs in all our hearts & homes.  This is our story.  This is our history.  Long live our ancient City of Flowers! (In loving memory...)

Mayor Lobregat defends Zamboanga's legal existence against the eternal tyranny of the Philippine government & Zamboanga del Sur!

Zamboangueños must join our Mayor in defending Zamboanga's legal charter and rally against ALL offending entities, for our right to be free!

The City Charter Of  Zamboanga

 (COMMONWEALTH ACT NO. 39)

 An Act Creating The City of Zamboanga

 
ARTICLE VII TRANSITORY PROVISIONS

Section 47 Change of Government.

The City government provided in this Charter shall be organized immediately after the appointment and qualification of the City Mayor, and the appointmen possible.t and induction into office of the members of the City Council, as herein provided, or as soon thereafter as The territory of the City, upon completion of the organization of the municipal government, shall cease to be under the jurisdiction of the Provincial Government of Zamboanga.

 

ARTICLE VIII – EFFECTIVITY OF THIS ACT

Section 51 Effectivity.

This Act shall take effect upon its approval.

 Approved:

____________________________________________  

Speaker of the National Assembly

 This Act was finally passed by the National Assembly on September 23, 1936.

Approved:

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President of the Philippines

 (Manuel P. Quezon)

Signed by the President on October 12, 1936

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Actual photo of Zamboanga Bulbul is non-existent in scientific world, but is similar to the Philipine Bulbul (photo), yet larger with a darker crown.
Zamboanga Bulbul
(Ixos rifigularis)
We recommend this endemic passerine bird to be named the official bird of Zamboanga City, and bestowed legalized city  protection, with introduction of a special cultivation program in the watershed preserve to help  remove it from the world's near-threatened bird species.

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The United States Must Answer MOA-AD Participation Now,

Or Else U.S. Military Must Leave Zamboanga City!

You Have Backstabbed The Zamboangueños' Sincere Welcome!

***Your Choice: EXPLAIN YOURSELVES or GET OUT!!!***

1635-2008: 373 Years of Zamboanga Ancestry is NOT for Sale or Trade!

 

Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (ARMM)
Bangsamoro Juridical Entity
Office on Muslim Affairs

The Philippine Civil War - 2008: Religious War?

What Religion?  What God?

 

Arroyo To Establish Muslim Ancestral Domain in Mindanao, If It Doesn't Cause Alarm Among Christians

Zamboangueños Helping Zamboangueños!

Mayor Lobregat Advocates Self-Reliance for City in Collecting Special Taxes for Education Infrastructure

Alert!!!   Zamboanga City: The Dumping Ground of Malacañang Palace (Again!!!)

Invest in Zamboanga City, Philippines!!! No matter how much or how long Manila-centric Press and nay Sayers try to label Zamboanga City as a "security problem" area, the people who actually control the investment monies keep showing up at the doorsteps of the only Latin City in Asia and laying down their investments, making the Zamboanga area the #1 growth area in the entire country!!!  Like Forrest Gump's Momma used to tell him: "Stupid is as stupid does!"  If Zamboanga is so bad according to Manila and it is the #1 growth area in the Philippines in spite, or as a result, of their constant wailings, what or where does that leave Manila, Forrest?  Answer us... you stupid or something? Read ON >>

The Early History of Chavacano de Zamboanga (1635 - 1718) - June 23, 1635 should be symbolically known as “Dia del Chavacano de Zamboanga.”  Why you might ask? This was the day that a permanent foothold was laid on Zamboanga by the Spanish government with the construction of the San José Fort, and the subsequent evolution and proliferation of a unique dialect/language based on ancient Creole Spanish that is called Chavacano de Zamboanga. This is our history, this is our culture… >>>Continue Reading>>>

The Middle History of Chavacano de Zamboanga (1718 - 1899)  - The year 1718 introduced a new wave of immigrants into the now thriving town of Zamboanga - the only Chavacano established community of its kind in this important Peninsula of Mindanao Island. The increasing concern of the hostilities from the Moro pirates against the Chavacanos here led the Jesuit priests to petition the Archbishop and Governor-General Bustamante for the renewed presence of Spanish troops in Zamboanga. They also requested help in rebuilding the abandoned San Jose Fort, which was systematically destroyed over time by the Moro pirates in their show of despise against the symbol of Spanish occupation. >>> Continue Reading >>>

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
Zamboanga.com Editorial
August 5, 2008

Congressman Erbie Fabian, eight barangays in your district are under threat of being taken away from the administration of Zamboanga City and placed under the care of the ARMM or BJE (BansaMoro Juridical Entity). Zamboanga City was fortunate that North Cotabato filed a petition with the Supreme Court 5 days before the MOA’s scheduled date (8/5/08) of signing. Otherwise, it would have been too late. The Supreme Court granted the TRO (temporary restraining order) for the MOA on 8/4/08 and Zamboanga City filed the petition on that same day. Too late again!! Thank you, Provincial Government of North COTABATO!! READ ON


What have you done, Congressman Erbie Fabian?
Read ON >>

Zamboanga City, Philippines Councilors: What are your legal duties? Read ON

Zamboanga City, Philippines: Deserves at least four congressional districts!! Every city in the Philippines is entitled to a congressional representative for every 250,000 people. Zamboanga City, Philippines has a population of more than 1,000,000 people. Which means we are entitled to at least four congressional representatives!

Split district one into two districts: Recodo to Limpapa will be district three then the rest of the barangays from maasin to the west part of town will be district one.
     Also divide district two into two districts: Manicahan to Licomo will be district Four then Cabaluay to the East part of town be district two.
     Zamboanga City, Philippines will then have four congressional representatives in Malacañang. Each one eager to develop and represent his/her district. Zamboanga City will be a political force to be reckoned with. More funds for Zamboanga City too.

Vitali and Labuan are thinking of seceding from Zamboanga City, Philippines and become municipalities because they have been ignored and taken for granted by the city administration for so long. But with better congressional representation there won't be any need to secede and become municipalities. The barangay officers can demand better roads, service facilities and schools from their representative in congress.

Currently Zamboanga City has 98 barangays with only two representatives who are trying to take care of the needs of these 98 barangays. With four districts each congressman/woman will have less barangays to handle and each Barangay chairman will have easier access to the congressman's office.

 

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Maya, malacca lonchurra, former Philippine national bird. Philippine National Hero - Jose Rizal

 

We will continue to add data to Zamboanga's finest  website. Zamboanga City is getting more populated and diversified each day. This growth has a tendency of losing the memory of what made Zamboanga the way it is now. Your information contribution will be greatly appreciated by all. Tell us about your glorious past. Tell us what you know about Zamboanga City, Philippines Gracias!

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Zamboanga City is proud to announce to the entire world that after seven (7) long years of battling the Philippine government and its Congress, it now has its long-overdue two (2) Congressional Districts!  After the 2007 elections, Zamboangueños are also proud to be represented by their two Congressional Representatives:

First Congressional District:  Zamboanga City, Philippines Second Congressional District:  Zamboanga City, Philippines

Representative Maria Isabelle G. Climaco

Address: Rm. S-508, South Wing Building
House of Representatives, Batasan Complex
Quezon City, Philippines 1126
Telephone: (02) 951-4327; 931-5001 Loc 7286
Local Address: AMWSLI Bldg. B, Santa Maria Road

Santa Maria, Zamboanga City 7801

Local Telephone: 990-2759

Beng's Website   E-mail: bc@bengclimaco.net

Representative Erico Basilio A. Fabian

Address: Rm. N-319, North Wing Building
House of Representatives, Batasan Complex
Quezon City, Philippines 1126
Telephone: (02) 931-5773; 931-5001 Loc 7358

Local Address: 2nd Floor Yang's Tower, MCLL Hwy

Guiwan, Zamboanga City

Local Telephone: (062) 993-0600; Fax (062) 984-0108

Erbie's Website ?   E-mail: congerbie@pacific.net.ph

PRIORITIES LIST:

#1. Support your constituents in their drive to keep the area's regional center in Zamboanga City by passing new legislation in Congress to make it so, or support one if it is already existing.  If it exists but is not current in the floor's discussion, then make it your priority to do so!  Your job is to help Zamboanga City and this is the biggest issue now that requires your attention.  Gracias.

Executive Order (E.O.) #429:  It's supposed to be the Philippines' Presidential Order for the transfer of the regional center, Region IX, from Zamboanga City to Zamboanga del Sur's Pagadian City.  Right?  Maybe?  Dughhhh... We really love Forrest Gump's saying: "Stupid is as Stupid does!"

Therefore, we asked:  Where is this E.O. #429?  Answer: IT DOES NOT EXIST !

What exactly is going on with this Regional Office HQ transfer to Zambo del Sur?  ...More later!

The truth is finally exposed by us - PGMA is forced to make HER/Their decision!

Malacañang steals IRA money from Zamboanga City for past 20 years and gives it to Zambo del Sur, and then cahoots with them to transfer Regional Office HQ from Zamboanga City to Pagadian City/Zambo del Sur courtesy of PGMA&Co.  The Zamboanga City IRA funds worth over 500 million pesos were given to ZdelSur to help them qualify to accept PGMA&Co.'s hatred of ZC and the Zamboangueños.  Not to worry... Zamboangueños are far above PGMA&Co.'s hatred towards them, but they are not stupid, eh Forrest!  We shall overcome, as we have always done! 

PRIORITIES LIST:

#1. Support your constituents in their drive to keep the area's regional center in Zamboanga City by passing new legislation in Congress to make it so, or support one if it is already existing.  If it exists but is not current in the floor's discussion, then make it your priority to do so!  Your job is to help Zamboanga City and this is the biggest issue now that requires your attention.  Gracias.

Executive Order (E.O.) #429:  It's supposed to be the Philippines' Presidential Order for the transfer of the regional center, Region IX, from Zamboanga City to Zamboanga del Sur's Pagadian City.  Right?  Maybe?  Dughhhh... We really love Forrest Gump's saying: "Stupid is as Stupid does!"

Therefore, we asked:  Where is this E.O. #429?  Answer: IT DOES NOT EXIST !

What exactly is going on with this Regional Office HQ transfer to Zambo del Sur?  ...More later!

Now, it's Zamboangueños' turn to be truthful to PGMA&Co. and tell them to get out of Zamboanga City because they are not needed here!!!  Their presence in the peaceful city makes it a continuous target of terrorism - even military bombings!  Malacañang must remove its entire military base and personnel out of Zamboanga City and put it in Basilan or Sulu province, where it belongs!  The local blood that was shed under martial law is still present in the foundation of Malacañang's continued military presence and hatred in Zamboanga City!  Leave us alone!  Your bloody language was never welcome here, and your hatred cost us a great Mayor's assassination!

 

Come Hell or High Water, Zamboanga City Will Prosper!!!

2008 Will be Banner Year for Zamboanga City Investors!

 

Population of Zamboanga City, Philippines Realistically at a staggering

1,428,216

Not 700,000 as they claim.  Learn Why!

 

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