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Philippine Independence Day 2008 and List of other Philippine Legal and Special Holidays 2008

Posted on May 15, 2008

Since last week I have been receiving inquiries on when will Philippine Independence Day celebrations be held. A lot of people are already asking when will the Philippine Independence Day 2008 be observed. Noting that in the previous Philippine Holidays, President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo keeps on changing the dates as part of holiday economics where employees were also given the chance to have a long weekend with friends and loved ones.

This year’s Independence day celebrations will be held on JUNE 9, 2008. This is in accordance to the Presidential Proclamation 1463 which complements the Republic Act 9492 (RA 9492).

The Presidential Proclamation issued February 18, 2008 lists down the complete lists of holidays, including those that were moved. The Feast if Eidl Fitr, however, has no date set yet since this event varies based on the lunar calendar as observed by our Muslim brother. If I am not mistaken the Feast of Eidl Fit’r or the last day of the Holy Month of Ramadan has also been declared as a regular holiday, thus, double pay for those who will work on this date.

And because of this holiday economics policy, one can now plan ahead of time out of town trips. A 3 days 2 nights adventure in the island paradise of Boracay is now possible. Or a quite relaxation in Coron Palawan is no longer a dream. Or just have a long long long rest and relaxation at home.

Download the List of Philippine Holidays for 2008 here

Ramadan 2008 Holiday

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