Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 1356)
Tuesday, 03 May 2022, is declared a regular holiday throughout the Philippines in observance of Eid'l Fitr (Feast of Ramadhan).
Republic Act No. 9177 declared the first day of Shawwal, the tenth month of the Islamic calendar, as a regular holiday for the observance of Eid'l Fitr.
The President of the Philippines has the authority to declare a regular holiday through such a proclamation.
It allows the Filipino nation to have the full opportunity to join Muslim Filipinos in peace and harmony in the observance and celebration of Eid'l Fitr, promoting religious and cultural awareness.
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos recommended the declaration of the national holiday.
Yes, the observance is subject to the public health measures of the national government.
Salvador C. Medialdea, the Executive Secretary, also signed the Proclamation.
The date of effectivity is Tuesday, May 3, 2022.
The proclamation is issued by virtue of the powers vested in the President by law, specifically referencing RA No. 9177.
To bring the religious and cultural significance of Eid'l Fitr to the forefront of national consciousness and to allow harmonious observance among Filipinos.