Question & AnswerQ&A (PROCLAMATION NO. 200)
April 27 is declared as Lapu-Lapu Day to commemorate the Battle of Mactan, where Lapu-Lapu and his men defeated Spanish invaders on April 27, 1521.
Lapu-Lapu Day commemorates the Battle of Mactan fought on April 27, 1521.
Lapu-Lapu is honored for his heroism, leadership, extraordinary bravery, courage, and love for his land in resisting foreign domination.
The proclamation highlights Lapu-Lapu's legacy of freedom and his representation of the Filipino people's love of freedom and resilience.
The President exercises powers vested by law to declare national special days through proclamations.
Proclamation No. 200 was signed on April 26, 2017.
The proclamation suggests that Lapu-Lapu's legacy be remembered by all Filipinos through appropriate ceremonies.
No, the proclamation does not specify any penalties or sanctions for non-compliance; it is a declaration of observance.
The proclamation was signed by President Rodrigo Roa Duterte and noted by Executive Secretary Salvador C. Medialdea, evidencing a formal presidential declaration.