what asian is filipino

Filipinos are officially categorized as Asians and the Philippines is part of Southeast Asia. However, Filipinos are also considered Pacific Islanders by some people due to the Philippines location on the Pacific Ocean and its historical ties to other Pacific Island nations. Filipinos are a mix of different cultures, including Austronesian, Spanish, Chinese, and American, which has led to a unique society that is neither Western nor Asian. Many Filipinos identify as Asian, but some also feel closer to the West, especially the United States.