Filipinos in Indonesia
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Filipinos in Indonesia were estimated to number 7,400[2] individuals as of 2022, according to the statistics of the Philippine government. Most are based in Jakarta, though there is also a community in Surabaya and other major cities in Indonesia.[3][4] This represented growth of nearly five times over the government's 1998 estimate of 1,046 individuals.[5]
Employment
Unlike many other overseas Filipino communities, Filipinos in Indonesia consist largely of skilled professionals, especially in the advertising industries and as teachers in international schools where their English skills are most needed.[6] 20% also work in finance, especially as accountants.[3]
Some Filipinos also work as fishermen on Indonesian waters. However, some have fished illegally and have faced a crackdown with the consequence of deportation by Indonesian authorities.[7]
Inter-ethnic relations
Filipinos in Indonesia generally maintain good interethnic relations with their Indonesian neighbours, with whom they feel culturally closer than Europeans or Americans; Indonesians stereotype Filipinos as being gregarious and cheerful.[6] However, there are fears that Filipinos in Indonesia may become the targets of kidnappings by local militant groups such as Jemaah Islamiyah in an attempt to secure the release of JI members imprisoned in Philippine jails.[8]
Community
Filipinos in Indonesia have formed eight different community associations, including three sports teams, one teachers' association, and two Christian groups.[3] The annual Philippine Independence Day celebrations attract numerous participants.[4][6][9]
Notable People
- Agus Musin Dasaad, Conglomerate, member of the BPUPK
- Amanda Manopo, actress, model and entrepreneur
- Biboy Enguio, Basketball player
- Eddy Mendieta, Actor
- Jeremy Thomas, actor, model and businessman
- Janice Hermijanto, model
- Leo Consul, actor, singer, former presenter of Eat Bulaga! Indonesia
- Lydia Kandou, actress model and singer
See also
References
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External links
- Dahil Sa'Yo, a publication aimed at Filipinos in Indonesia
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