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'''{{PH wikidata|name}}''', officially the '''{{PH wikidata|official_name}}''', ({{lang-tgl|Bayan ng {{PH wikidata|name}}}}), is a {{PH wikidata|income_class_ordinal}} [[{{PH wikidata|settlement_text}} of the Philippines|{{PH wikidata|settlement_text}}]] in the [[Philippine Province|province]] of {{PH wikidata|province}}, {{PH wikidata|country}}. According to the {{PH wikidata|population_as_of}}, it has a population of {{PH wikidata|population_total}} people.{{PH census|current}}
'''Brooke's Point''', officially the '''Municipality of Brooke's Point''' ({{langx|tl|Bayan ng Brooke's Point}}), is a [[municipality of the Philippines|municipality]] in the [[Philippine Province|province]] of [[Palawan]], [[Philippines]]. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 73,994 people.{{PH census|current}}


The [[Pearl of Lao Tzu]], formerly considered the world's largest pearl, was found in its waters on May 7, 1934.
It is named after [[James Brooke|Sir James Brooke]].


==Etymology==
This is where the original home of the biggest pearl in the world, known as the [[Pearl of Lao Tzu]] or the Pearl of Allah, found in its waters on May 7, 1934.
Brooke's Point is named after British soldier [[James Brooke]], described as "the first [[White Rajahs|white Rajah]]" of [[Sarawak]] and founder of the Brooke Dynasty. It is believed that during one of his voyages, he landed on the tip of an island with a long narrow stretch of land inhabited by Palaweños and Muslims under the Sultanate of Sulu. During American rule, American scouts named the place Brooke's Point.

The name has now come under critical review, with some branding the naming of the municipality as "white worship" and the persistence of [[colonial mentality]] amidst Filipino sovereignty. Municipal officials have also demanded that the original name of the municipality, '''Bonbon''' (sometimes written as '''Bon-Bon'''), be restored.
It should be spelled Bunbun, according to Summer Institute of Linguistics local language study (of the mother tongue or first language of the Pelawans or Palawano Brooke’s Point ( PB) indigenous peoples).

==History==
{{More citations needed|section|date=February 2022}}
On June 28, 1949, the Brooke's Point, formerly a municipal district, became a municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 232 by then-President [[Elpidio Quirino]].<ref name=bp>{{cite web |title=Brooke's Point |url=http://www.palawan.gov.ph/docs/PDF/south_PDF/BROOKES_POINT.pdf |publisher=Provincial Government of Palawan |access-date=November 22, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120304022634/http://www.palawan.gov.ph/docs/PDF/south_PDF/BROOKES_POINT.pdf |archive-date=March 4, 2012 }}</ref><ref>{{cite PH act|chamber=EO|number=232, s. 1949|date=June 28, 1949|title=Converting into municipalities the municipal districts of Aborlan and Brooke’s Point, both of the Province of Palawan|publisher= [[Official Gazette (Philippines)|Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines]]|url=https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/1949/06/28/executive-order-no-232-s-1949/|accessdate=September 22, 2023}}</ref>

The pioneer families who settled in Brooke's Point are the Villapa, Rodriguez, Setias, Valencia, Aspiras, Arzaga and Edwards families.


==Geography==
==Geography==
Brooke’s Point is situated in the south-eastern section of Palawan Island, approximately {{convert|215|km}} from Puerto Princesa City. It has a total land area of {{convert|85,064.90|ha}} stretching about {{convert|20|km}} along the length of Palawan. Brooke's Point is bounded by Sofronio Española in the north, Bataraza in the south, Rizal in the west, and the [[Sulu Sea]] in the east. The municipalities of [[Bataraza]], [[Sofronio Española]] and parts of [[Rizal, Palawan|Rizal]] and [[Quezon, Palawan|Quezon]] was once a part of Brooke's Point.
Brooke's Point is situated in the south-eastern section of Palawan Island, {{convert|190|km}} from [[Puerto Princesa]]. It has a total land area of {{convert|85,064.90|ha}} stretching about {{convert|20|km|sp=us}} along the length of Palawan. Brooke's Point is bounded by Sofronio Española in the north, Bataraza in the south, Rizal in the west, and the [[Sulu Sea]] in the east. The municipalities of [[Bataraza]],<ref>{{cite PH act|chamber=RA|number=3426|url=https://thecorpusjuris.com/legislative/republic-acts/ra-no-3425.php|title=An Act Creating the Municipality of Batarasa in the Province of Palawan|date=June 18, 1961|accessdate=September 22, 2023|publisher=The Corpus Juris}}</ref> [[Sofronio Española]],<ref>{{cite PH act|chamber=RA|number=7679|url=https://lawlibrary.chanrobles.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=78097:republic-act-no-7679&catid=2149&Itemid=738|title=An Act Creating the Municipality of Sofronio Espala in the Province of Palawan|date=February 24, 1994|accessdate=September 22, 2023|publisher=Chan Robles Virtual Law Library}}</ref> and parts of [[Rizal, Palawan|Rizal]] and [[Quezon, Palawan|Quezon]] were once a part of Brooke's Point.<ref name="ChanRobles-RA617">{{cite PH act|chamber=RA|number=617|title=An Act to Create the Municipality of Quezon in the Province of Palawan|url=http://www.chanrobles.com/republicacts/republicactno617.html|publisher=Chan Robles Virtual Law Library|access-date=March 2, 2016|date=May 15, 1951}}</ref><ref name="ChanRobles-BP386">{{cite PH act|chamber=BP|number=386|title=An Act Creating the Municipality of Marcos in the Province of Palawan|url=http://lawlibrary.chanrobles.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=67820&catid=90&Itemid=740|publisher=Chan Robles Virtual Law Library|accessdate=March 2, 2016|date=April 14, 1983}}</ref>

===Barangays===
Brooke's Point is subdivided into 18 [[barangay]]s. Each barangay consists of [[purok]]s and some have [[sitios]].<ref>{{cite PH act|chamber=RA|number=1012|url=https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1954/ra_1012_1954.html|title=An Act Creating the Barrio of Samariniana, in the Municipality of Brooke’s Point, Province of Palawan|publisher=The Lawphil Project - Arellano Law Foundation, Inc.|date=June 12, 1954|access-date=September 22, 2023}}</ref>

Currently, there are 2 barangays which classified as urban (highlighted in '''bold''').


Samariñana was separated from Tanionbog in 1954.
==Barangays==
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Brooke's Point is subdivided into 18 [[barangay]]s, two urban (Poblacion I and Poblacion II) and 16 rural barangays. Samariñana was separated from Tanionbog in 1954.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://lawph.com/statutes/ra1012.html|title=An Act Creating the Barrio of Samariniana, in the Municipality of Brooke\'s Point, Province of Palawan|publisher=LawPH.com|accessdate=2011-04-09}}</ref>
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* Salogon
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* Samariñana
* Saraza (formerly Taniongbobog<ref>{{cite web|url=http://lawph.com/statutes/ra1326.html|title=An Act Changing the Name of the Barrio of Taniongbobog, Municipality of Brooke's Point, Province of Palawan, to Saraza|publisher=LawPH.com|accessdate=2011-04-12}}</ref>)
* Saraza (Taniongbobog)<ref>{{cite PH act|chamber=RA|number=1012|url=https://lawphil.net/statutes/repacts/ra1955/ra_1326_1955.html|title=An Act Changing the Name of the Barrio of Taniongbobog, Municipality of Brooke’s Point, Province of Palawan, to Saraza|publisher=The Lawphil Project - Arellano Law Foundation, Inc.|date=June 16, 1955|access-date=September 22, 2023}}</ref>
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==Demographics==
===Climate===
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| 1990 = 57934
| 1995 = 41924
| 2000 = 48928
| 2007 = 56311
| 2010 = 61301
| 2015 = 66374
| 2020 =
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| 2030 =
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In the {{PH wikidata|population_as_of}}, the population of Brooke&#39;s Point was {{PH wikidata|population_total}} people,{{PH census|current}} with a density of {{convert|{{sigfig|{{PH wikidata|population_total}}/{{PH wikidata|area}}|2}}|PD/km2|disp=or}}.

==Climate==
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| title = Brooke's Point: Average Temperatures and Rainfall
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In the 2020 census, the population of Brooke's Point was 73,994 people,{{PH census|current}} with a density of {{convert|{{sigfig|73,994/1,303.40|3}}|PD/km2|disp=or|sp=us}}.
==History==
The name Brooke’s Point comes from an Englishman [[James Brooke|Sir James Brooke]], first [[White Rajahs|white Rajah]] of Sarawak and founder of the Brooke Dynasty. It is believed that during one of his voyages, he landed on the tip of an island with a long narrow stretch of land inhabited by native Palaweños and Muslims under the Sultanate of Sulu. Establishing trade and gaining the trust of the people, the name Brooke was so imprinted in the minds of the people that when American scouts came to the land almost a century later, they named it Brooke's Point. Unfortunately, critical researchers have now emerged by calling this move as "White Worship". Native leaders also demands the place to be renamed into its original name.

On June 28, 1949, the Municipality of Brooke’s Point was created by virtue of Executive Order No. 232 by then President Elpidio Quirino.<ref name=bp>{{cite web |title=Brooke's Point |url=http://www.palawan.gov.ph/docs/PDF/south_PDF/BROOKES_POINT.pdf |publisher=Provincial Government of Palawan |accessdate=22 November 2012 |url-status=dead |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20120304022634/http://www.palawan.gov.ph/docs/PDF/south_PDF/BROOKES_POINT.pdf |archivedate=4 March 2012 }}</ref>

There pioneer families who settled in Brooke's Point are the Rodriguez, Setias, Valencia, and Padilla families.


===Religion===
===Religion===
The town is predominantly [[Christianity in the Philippines|Christian]], with a sizable [[Islam in the Philippines|Muslim]] population.
The town is predominantly Christian with a sizable Muslim population. Most are Catholics, Other Christian denominations include Born Again Christians, Church of God International, Iglesia ni Cristo, Jehovah's Witnesses, Jesus Christ of the Latter Day Saints and more.

Most are [[Catholic Church|Catholic]]s. Other Christian denominations include [[Members Church of God International]], [[Iglesia ni Cristo]], [[Jehovah's Witnesses]], [[the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints]] (LDS Church) and others.


The Catholic Church is located north of the town center while the Evangelical Christian Churches are the Gospel Hall, located north of the town center, the Iglesia ni Cristo, south of the municipal hall, the Church of Christ International's building is located in Old Camp while the [[LDS Church]] is in Edward's Subdivision.
The Catholic Church is located north of the town center while the Evangelical Christian Churches are the Gospel Hall, located north of the town center, the Iglesia ni Cristo, south of the municipal hall, the Church of Christ International's building is located in Old Camp while the LDS Church chapel is in Edward's Subdivision.


==Economy==
==Economy==
{{PH poverty incidence}}
Brooke's Point is one of Palawan's main economic centers outside Puerto Princesa, along with Narra, Coron and Cuyo. The town is home to several banks like the Land Bank and Rural Bank of Brooke's Point. Money transfers like Western Union and Money Gram also have branches in the town. There are several pawnshops like M'Lhullier, Cebuana Lhullier, among others. The town also has a Mercury Drug and a Generic Pharmacy.
Brooke's Point is one of Palawan's main economic centers outside Puerto Princesa, along with Narra, Coron and Cuyo. The town is home to several banks including the Land Bank and Rural Bank of Brooke's Point. Money transfer companies such as Western Union and MoneyGram also have branches in the town. There are several pawnshops like M Lhullier, [[Cebuana Lhuillier]], among others. The town also has a Mercury Drug and a Generic Pharmacy.


Commercial Enterprises are thriving. There are many medium-sized stores, mostly located in the town proper. The service sector is also growing with the rise of many commercial establishments. The town's economy is primarily based on agriculture. The town produces great quantity of rice, copra and corn. The palm oil industry is headquartered in Barangay Mainit in the south. Unlike most of Palawans' towns, Brooke's Point does not have white and pristine beaches that draws local and foreign tourist. But because of abundant freshwater resources, the town is one of the most productive in the province in terms of agriculture. Many fruits and vegetables grow in abundance.
Commercial Enterprises are thriving. There are many medium-sized stores, located mostly in the town proper. The service sector is also growing with the rise of many commercial establishments. The town's economy is based primarily on agriculture. The town produces great quantities of rice, copra and corn. The palm oil industry is headquartered in Barangay Mainit in the south. Unlike most of Palawan's towns, Brooke's Point does not have white and pristine beaches that draw local and foreign tourists. But because of abundant freshwater resources, the town is one of the most productive in the province in terms of agriculture. Many fruits and vegetables grow in abundance.


In addition, the town is also one of the Philippines' gateway to Southeast Asia. Its proximity to Sabah is a strategic advantage, but the lack of infrastructure and inter-governmental agreement between Malaysia and the Philippines hinders the town from being a trading hub. There is a minimal trade between Malaysia through many of the towns Muslim and Christian population who have relatives in Sabah. The town is supposed to become an international port with cargo services to [[Sabah]] and [[Brunei]].<ref>http://www.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Economy&title=mindanao-indonesia-ferry-service-to-boost-bimp-eaga-trade&id=93404</ref>
In addition, the town is also one of the Philippines' gateways to Southeast Asia. Its proximity to Sabah is a strategic advantage, but the lack of infrastructure and an inter-governmental agreement between Malaysia and the Philippines hinders the town from being a trading hub. There is minimal trade with Malaysia through many of the town's Muslim and Christian residents who have relatives in Sabah. The town is supposed to become an international port with cargo services to [[Sabah]] and [[Brunei]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bworldonline.com/content.php?section=Economy&title=mindanao-indonesia-ferry-service-to-boost-bimp-eaga-trade&id=93404 |title = BusinessWorld {{!}} Mindanao-Indonesia ferry service to boost BIMP-EAGA trade| website=[[BusinessWorld]] }}</ref>

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==Infrastructure==
==Infrastructure==


===Transportation===
===Transportation===
Brooke's Point has a modern sea port that serves many cargo ships from Manila, Mindanao, the Visayas and other parts of Luzon. The port also cater numerous fishing vessels. Commercial vessels from Malaysia, [[Indonesia]] and other countries also make several stops in the port. The port also serves as a docking point for vessels containing commercial goods from Manila and abroad, and also mining-related materials to [[Rio Tuba, Bataraza, Palawan|Rio Tuba]]. The port of Brooke's Point is considered as one of the most profitable ports in Southern Philippines.
Brooke's Point has a modern seaport that serves many cargo ships from Manila, Mindanao, the Visayas and other parts of Luzon. The port also caters to numerous fishing vessels. Commercial vessels from Malaysia, [[Indonesia]] and other countries also make frequent stops in the port. The port also serves as a docking point for vessels containing commercial goods from Manila and abroad, and also mining-related materials to [[Rio Tuba, Bataraza, Palawan|Rio Tuba]]. The port of Brooke's Point is considered as one of the most profitable ports in the southern Philippines.


The El Nido-Bataraza highway connects the town to other mainland towns and municipalities. Transportation between Puerto Princesa and Brooke's Point is through commercial vans, buses or jeepneys. There is also a private airport located at Lada. Transportation throughout the town is through tricycle and multi-cabs. [[Kuliglig]], a machine also used for agriculture, is widely used as means of transportation is rural areas.
The El Nido-Bataraza highway connects the town to other mainland towns and municipalities. Transportation between Puerto Princesa and Brooke's Point is through commercial vans, buses or jeepneys. There is also a private airport located at Lada. Transportation throughout the town is through tricycle and multi-cabs. [[Kuliglig]], a machine also used for agriculture, is widely used as a means of transportation in rural areas.


===Health===
==Healthcare==
Health facilities in the municipality include a 25-bed capacity secondary government hospital, the Southern Palawan Provincial Hospital; a Rural Health Unit (RHU); Barangay Health Stations (BHS); and private clinics and hospitals. Dental and optical clinics, laboratories, and drugstores are also present and not only serve Brooke's Point, but also neighboring municipalities.
Health facilities in the municipality include Southern Palawan Provincial Hospital (a 25-bed capacity secondary government hospital), a Rural Health Unit (RHU), Barangay Health Stations (BHS), and private clinics and hospitals. Dental and optical clinics, laboratories, and drugstores are also present and serve not only Brooke's Point, but also neighboring municipalities.


Currently there are 3 private hospitals.
Currently, there are three private hospitals.


==Education==
==Education==
The Palawan State University has its campus in Brooke's Point. In addition to this, the town is also home to Southern Palawan College, Inc. which offers several technical and vocational courses.
The [[Palawan State University]] has its campus in Brooke's Point. In addition to this, the town is also home to Southern Palawan College, Inc. which offers several technical and vocational courses.


There are 9 secondary schools in Brooke's Point. Brooke's Point Christian High School, a Christian-run institution, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus High School administered by the Augustinians are located in the town center. Public secondary schools include the Brooke's Point National High School, Governor Abueg Memorial and Vocational High school, and more. There are also at least 40 public elementary schools.
There are 9 secondary schools in Brooke's Point. Brooke's Point Christian High School, a Christian-run institution, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus High School administered by the Augustinians are located in the town center. Public secondary schools include the Brooke's Point National High School, Governor Abueg Memorial and Vocational High school, and more. There are also at least 40 public elementary schools.


==Media==
==Media==
Brooke's Point has three radio stations, [[Radyo Natin Brooke's Point, Palawan]], Radyo Mo Nationwide and RadioPoint911 that broadcasts to [[Balabac]], [[Bataraza]], [[Sofronio Española]], [[Rizal, Palawan]], and some parts of [[Quezon, Palawan]] and [[Narra, Palawan|Narra]]. Brooke's Point, along with [[Coron, Palawan|Coron]] and [[Puerto Princesa City]], is a site of [[GMA Network]]'s satellite transmission center. The town is also a telecommunications hub of several companies like Smart and Globe networks. Internet cafes are becoming increasingly popular while the percentage of personal computer ownership is also rising.
Brooke's Point is home to three radio stations, all [[FM broadcasting|broadcasting on FM]]: 104.5 Radyo Natin Brooke's Point, 103.7 Brigada News FM Brooke's Point, and 89.5 Radyo Bandera News FM Brooke's Point. [[GMA Network]]'s [[DYAA-TV]] is also based in Brooke's Point. The town is also a telecommunications hub for several companies such as [[Smart Communications|Smart]] and [[Globe Telecom|Globe]] networks. Internet cafes are becoming increasingly popular, while the percentage of personal computer ownership is also rising.


==Environmental issues==
==Environmental issues==
Many parts of the town's forests are cleared to give way for agriculture. Slash and burn agriculture is a common practice in the towns interior. Burning of garbage and waste are common, so as illegal fishing. [[Illegal logging]] is done on a small basis, but the frequency of this practice has a substantial impact on the town's forest cover. Small scale illegal [[pet trade]] also exists. Mynahs, parrots, pangolins among many animals only found in Palawan are poached and traded to other parts of the country and abroad. Although the practice is increasingly common, many of these activities are not known to authorities.
Many parts of the town's forests are cleared to give way for agriculture. Slash and burn agriculture is a common practice in the town's interior. Burning of garbage and waste are common, as is [[illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing|illegal fishing]]. [[Illegal logging]] is done on a small basis, but it has a substantial impact on the town's forest cover. Small-scale illegal [[pet trade]] also exists. Mynahs, parrots and pangolins, as well as many animals found only in Palawan, are poached and traded to other parts of the country and abroad. Although the practice is increasingly common, many of these activities are not known to authorities.

In recent years, the local government along with the National government has enacted several policies and programs to protect the environment. But apathy and corruption hinder government efforts to implement these policies and programs.


A long-running dispute exists over the establishment of a nickel mine within what is now the [[Mount Mantalingahan Protected Landscape]].<ref>{{cite news |url=https://news.mongabay.com/2023/09/indigenous-community-fighting-a-mine-in-palawan-win-a-milestone-legal-verdict/ |title=Indigenous community fighting a mine in Palawan wins a milestone legal verdict |author=Keith Anthony S. Fabro |work=Mongabay|date=25 September 2023 |access-date=2 October 2023}}</ref>
In recent years, the local government with the National government have made several policies and programs to protect the environment. But apathy and corruption hinders government efforts in implementation of the said policies and programs.
And within the Tribal zone and ancestral domains of the Palawan (Pala’wan) Indigenous Peoples.


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
==External links==
{{Wikivoyage}}
{{Wikivoyage}}
* [https://www.philatlas.com/luzon/mimaropa/palawan/brookes-point.html Brooke's Point Profile at PhilAtlas.com]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20110408142211/http://www.brookespointpalawan.com/ Official site]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20110408142211/http://www.brookespointpalawan.com/ Official site]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20120413163013/http://nap.psa.gov.ph/activestats/psgc/default.asp Philippine Standard Geographic Code]
* [{{NSCB detail}} Philippine Standard Geographic Code]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20081120024509/http://www.census.gov.ph/data/census2007/index.html Philippine Census Information]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20081120024509/http://www.census.gov.ph/data/census2007/index.html Philippine Census Information]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20160304204315/http://www.blgs.gov.ph/lgpmsv2/cmshome/index.php?pageID=23&frmIdDcfCode=7&fLguType=CM&frmIdRegion=7&frmIdProvince=42&frmIdLgu=887 Local Governance Performance Management System]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20160304204315/http://www.blgs.gov.ph/lgpmsv2/cmshome/index.php?pageID=23&frmIdDcfCode=7&fLguType=CM&frmIdRegion=7&frmIdProvince=42&frmIdLgu=887 Local Governance Performance Management System]
*[http://sunset-lodge.blogspot.com/ Sunset Lodge] Information and pictures
*[http://www.radyonatin.com/ Radyo Natin Center] Radio station based in Brooke's Point.


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Brooke's Point
Municipality
Municipality of Brooke's Point
Flag of Brooke's Point
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Official seal of Brooke's Point
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Map of Palawan with Brooke's Point highlighted
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Brooke's Point is located in Philippines
Brooke's Point
Brooke's Point
Location within the Philippines
Coordinates: 8°47′N 117°50′E / 8.78°N 117.83°E / 8.78; 117.83
CountryPhilippines
RegionMimaropa
ProvincePalawan
District 2nd district
FoundedJune 28, 1949
Named forJames Brooke
Barangays18 (see Barangays)
Government
 [1]
 • TypeSangguniang Bayan
 • MayorCesareo R. Benedito Jr.
 • Vice MayorMary Jean D. Feliciano
 • RepresentativeJose C. Alvarez
 • Municipal Council
Members
 • Electorate47,082 voters (2022)
Area
[2]
 • Total
1,303.40 km2 (503.25 sq mi)
Elevation
9.0 m (29.5 ft)
Highest elevation
302 m (991 ft)
Lowest elevation
0 m (0 ft)
Population
 (2020 census)[3]
 • Total
73,994
 • Density57/km2 (150/sq mi)
 • Households
18,478
Economy
 • Income class1st municipal income class
 • Poverty incidence
15.71
% (2021)[4]
 • Revenue₱ 503.4 million (2020)
 • Assets₱ 1,217 million (2020)
 • Expenditure₱ 398.6 million (2020)
 • Liabilities₱ 298.1 million (2020)
Service provider
 • ElectricityPalawan Electric Cooperative (PALECO)
Time zoneUTC+8 (PST)
ZIP code
5305
PSGC
1705306000
IDD : area code +63 (0)48
Native languagesPalawano
Tagalog
Websitehttp://brookespointpalawan.gov.ph/

Brooke's Point, officially the Municipality of Brooke's Point (Tagalog: Bayan ng Brooke's Point), is a municipality in the province of Palawan, Philippines. According to the 2020 census, it has a population of 73,994 people.[3]

The Pearl of Lao Tzu, formerly considered the world's largest pearl, was found in its waters on May 7, 1934.

Etymology

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Brooke's Point is named after British soldier James Brooke, described as "the first white Rajah" of Sarawak and founder of the Brooke Dynasty. It is believed that during one of his voyages, he landed on the tip of an island with a long narrow stretch of land inhabited by Palaweños and Muslims under the Sultanate of Sulu. During American rule, American scouts named the place Brooke's Point.

The name has now come under critical review, with some branding the naming of the municipality as "white worship" and the persistence of colonial mentality amidst Filipino sovereignty. Municipal officials have also demanded that the original name of the municipality, Bonbon (sometimes written as Bon-Bon), be restored. It should be spelled Bunbun, according to Summer Institute of Linguistics local language study (of the mother tongue or first language of the Pelawans or Palawano Brooke’s Point ( PB) indigenous peoples).

History

[edit]

On June 28, 1949, the Brooke's Point, formerly a municipal district, became a municipality by virtue of Executive Order No. 232 by then-President Elpidio Quirino.[5][6]

The pioneer families who settled in Brooke's Point are the Villapa, Rodriguez, Setias, Valencia, Aspiras, Arzaga and Edwards families.

Geography

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Brooke's Point is situated in the south-eastern section of Palawan Island, 190 kilometres (120 mi) from Puerto Princesa. It has a total land area of 85,064.90 hectares (210,199.9 acres) stretching about 20 kilometers (12 mi) along the length of Palawan. Brooke's Point is bounded by Sofronio Española in the north, Bataraza in the south, Rizal in the west, and the Sulu Sea in the east. The municipalities of Bataraza,[7] Sofronio Española,[8] and parts of Rizal and Quezon were once a part of Brooke's Point.[9][10]

Barangays

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Brooke's Point is subdivided into 18 barangays. Each barangay consists of puroks and some have sitios.[11]

Currently, there are 2 barangays which classified as urban (highlighted in bold).

Samariñana was separated from Tanionbog in 1954.

  • Amas
  • Aribungos
  • Barong-barong
  • Calasaguen
  • Imulnod
  • Ipilan
  • Maasin
  • Mainit
  • Malis
  • Mambalot
  • Oring-oring
  • Pangobilian
  • Poblacion I
  • Poblacion II
  • Salogon
  • Samariñana
  • Saraza (Taniongbobog)[12]
  • Tubtub

Climate

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Climate data for Brooke's Point
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Mean daily maximum °C (°F) 30
(86) 		31
(88) 		31
(88) 		31
(88) 		30
(86) 		30
(86) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		29
(84) 		30
(86) 		30
(86)
Mean daily minimum °C (°F) 23
(73) 		23
(73) 		23
(73) 		24
(75) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		25
(77) 		24
(75) 		24
(75) 		24
(76)
Average precipitation mm (inches) 64
(2.5) 		55
(2.2) 		90
(3.5) 		93
(3.7) 		169
(6.7) 		215
(8.5) 		206
(8.1) 		181
(7.1) 		190
(7.5) 		219
(8.6) 		182
(7.2) 		115
(4.5) 		1,779
(70.1)
Average rainy days 13.1 11.5 17.3 19.4 26.8 26.8 27.8 26.9 27.1 28.3 25.4 20.1 270.5
Source: Meteoblue[13]

Demographics

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Population census of Brooke's Point
YearPop.±% p.a.
1918 18,080—    
1939 21,839+0.90%
1948 28,476+2.99%
1960 28,118−0.11%
1970 26,961−0.42%
1975 36,967+6.53%
1980 46,320+4.61%
YearPop.±% p.a.
1990 57,934+2.26%
1995 41,924−5.88%
2000 48,928+3.37%
2007 56,311+1.96%
2010 61,301+3.14%
2015 66,374+1.53%
2020 73,994+2.16%
Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[14][15][16][17]

In the 2020 census, the population of Brooke's Point was 73,994 people,[3] with a density of 56.8 inhabitants per square kilometer or 147 inhabitants per square mile.

Religion

[edit]

The town is predominantly Christian, with a sizable Muslim population.

Most are Catholics. Other Christian denominations include Members Church of God International, Iglesia ni Cristo, Jehovah's Witnesses, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church) and others.

The Catholic Church is located north of the town center while the Evangelical Christian Churches are the Gospel Hall, located north of the town center, the Iglesia ni Cristo, south of the municipal hall, the Church of Christ International's building is located in Old Camp while the LDS Church chapel is in Edward's Subdivision.

Economy

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Poverty incidence of Brooke's Point

10
20
30
40
2006
36.10
2009
26.65
2012
26.95
2015
31.96
2018
16.71
2021
15.71

Source: Philippine Statistics Authority[18][19][20][21][22][23][24][25]

Brooke's Point is one of Palawan's main economic centers outside Puerto Princesa, along with Narra, Coron and Cuyo. The town is home to several banks including the Land Bank and Rural Bank of Brooke's Point. Money transfer companies such as Western Union and MoneyGram also have branches in the town. There are several pawnshops like M Lhullier, Cebuana Lhuillier, among others. The town also has a Mercury Drug and a Generic Pharmacy.

Commercial Enterprises are thriving. There are many medium-sized stores, located mostly in the town proper. The service sector is also growing with the rise of many commercial establishments. The town's economy is based primarily on agriculture. The town produces great quantities of rice, copra and corn. The palm oil industry is headquartered in Barangay Mainit in the south. Unlike most of Palawan's towns, Brooke's Point does not have white and pristine beaches that draw local and foreign tourists. But because of abundant freshwater resources, the town is one of the most productive in the province in terms of agriculture. Many fruits and vegetables grow in abundance.

In addition, the town is also one of the Philippines' gateways to Southeast Asia. Its proximity to Sabah is a strategic advantage, but the lack of infrastructure and an inter-governmental agreement between Malaysia and the Philippines hinders the town from being a trading hub. There is minimal trade with Malaysia through many of the town's Muslim and Christian residents who have relatives in Sabah. The town is supposed to become an international port with cargo services to Sabah and Brunei.[26]

Infrastructure

[edit]

Transportation

[edit]

Brooke's Point has a modern seaport that serves many cargo ships from Manila, Mindanao, the Visayas and other parts of Luzon. The port also caters to numerous fishing vessels. Commercial vessels from Malaysia, Indonesia and other countries also make frequent stops in the port. The port also serves as a docking point for vessels containing commercial goods from Manila and abroad, and also mining-related materials to Rio Tuba. The port of Brooke's Point is considered as one of the most profitable ports in the southern Philippines.

The El Nido-Bataraza highway connects the town to other mainland towns and municipalities. Transportation between Puerto Princesa and Brooke's Point is through commercial vans, buses or jeepneys. There is also a private airport located at Lada. Transportation throughout the town is through tricycle and multi-cabs. Kuliglig, a machine also used for agriculture, is widely used as a means of transportation in rural areas.

Healthcare

[edit]

Health facilities in the municipality include Southern Palawan Provincial Hospital (a 25-bed capacity secondary government hospital), a Rural Health Unit (RHU), Barangay Health Stations (BHS), and private clinics and hospitals. Dental and optical clinics, laboratories, and drugstores are also present and serve not only Brooke's Point, but also neighboring municipalities.

Currently, there are three private hospitals.

Education

[edit]

The Palawan State University has its campus in Brooke's Point. In addition to this, the town is also home to Southern Palawan College, Inc. which offers several technical and vocational courses.

There are 9 secondary schools in Brooke's Point. Brooke's Point Christian High School, a Christian-run institution, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus High School administered by the Augustinians are located in the town center. Public secondary schools include the Brooke's Point National High School, Governor Abueg Memorial and Vocational High school, and more. There are also at least 40 public elementary schools.

Media

[edit]

Brooke's Point is home to three radio stations, all broadcasting on FM: 104.5 Radyo Natin Brooke's Point, 103.7 Brigada News FM Brooke's Point, and 89.5 Radyo Bandera News FM Brooke's Point. GMA Network's DYAA-TV is also based in Brooke's Point. The town is also a telecommunications hub for several companies such as Smart and Globe networks. Internet cafes are becoming increasingly popular, while the percentage of personal computer ownership is also rising.

Environmental issues

[edit]

Many parts of the town's forests are cleared to give way for agriculture. Slash and burn agriculture is a common practice in the town's interior. Burning of garbage and waste are common, as is illegal fishing. Illegal logging is done on a small basis, but it has a substantial impact on the town's forest cover. Small-scale illegal pet trade also exists. Mynahs, parrots and pangolins, as well as many animals found only in Palawan, are poached and traded to other parts of the country and abroad. Although the practice is increasingly common, many of these activities are not known to authorities.

In recent years, the local government along with the National government has enacted several policies and programs to protect the environment. But apathy and corruption hinder government efforts to implement these policies and programs.

A long-running dispute exists over the establishment of a nickel mine within what is now the Mount Mantalingahan Protected Landscape.[27] And within the Tribal zone and ancestral domains of the Palawan (Pala’wan) Indigenous Peoples.

References

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  1. ^  Municipality of Brooke's Point | (DILG)
  2. ^ "2015 Census of Population, Report No. 3 – Population, Land Area, and Population Density" (PDF). Philippine Statistics Authority. Quezon City, Philippines. August 2016. ISSN 0117-1453. Archived (PDF) from the original on May 25, 2021. Retrieved July 16, 2021.
  3. ^ a b c Census of Population (2020). "Mimaropa". Total Population by Province, City, Municipality and Barangay. Philippine Statistics Authority. Retrieved July 8, 2021.
  4. ^ "PSA Releases the 2021 City and Municipal Level Poverty Estimates". Philippine Statistics Authority. April 2, 2024. Retrieved April 28, 2024.
  5. ^ "Brooke's Point" (PDF). Provincial Government of Palawan. Archived from the original (PDF) on March 4, 2012. Retrieved November 22, 2012.
  6. ^ Executive Order No. 232, s. 1949 (June 28, 1949), Converting into municipalities the municipal districts of Aborlan and Brooke’s Point, both of the Province of Palawan, Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines, retrieved September 22, 2023
  7. ^ Republic Act No. 3426 (June 18, 1961), An Act Creating the Municipality of Batarasa in the Province of Palawan, The Corpus Juris, retrieved September 22, 2023
  8. ^ Republic Act No. 7679 (February 24, 1994), An Act Creating the Municipality of Sofronio Espala in the Province of Palawan, Chan Robles Virtual Law Library, retrieved September 22, 2023
  9. ^ Republic Act No. 617 (May 15, 1951), An Act to Create the Municipality of Quezon in the Province of Palawan, Chan Robles Virtual Law Library, retrieved March 2, 2016
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