Ternate is a city located in the Calabarzon region of the Philippines, which encompasses the provinces of Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, Quezon, and Rizal in the southern part of Luzon. The city is situated in Cavite province, placing it within the greater metropolitan area that surrounds Manila.
As a municipality in one of the Philippines' most economically developed regions, Ternate serves as part of the broader industrial and residential zone that characterizes the Calabarzon area. The region is known for its manufacturing sector, agricultural production, and residential development that has expanded due to proximity to the capital.