President Aquino Declares July 17 a Regular Holiday in Observance of Eid’l Fitr

President Benigno S. Aquino III has issued Proclamation No. 1070, declaring July 17 a regular holiday throughout the country in observance of Eid’l Fitr (Feast of Ramadan).

The proclamation, signed by the President last Monday (July 6), is pursuant to the provisions of Republic Act No. 9177.

“The proclamation aims to provide an opportunity for the entire Filipino people to join our Muslim brothers and sisters in peace and harmony to observe and celebrate Eid’l Fitr, which marks the first day of the end of the 30-day fasting period of Ramadan,” Communication Secretary Herminio Coloma, Jr. said in a statement.

By declaring July 17 a regular holiday, the religious and cultural significance of Eid’l Fitr could be brought to the fore of national consciousness, the proclamation read.

Eid’l Fitr is celebrated by the Muslim world for three days at the end of the month of fasting. PND (as)