2021 Holidays Declaration by Proclamation 986

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PROCLAMATION NO. 986: 2021 Holidays Declaration by Proclamation 986

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Title Supreme Court: 2021 Holidays Declaration by Proclamation 986

Law: Proclamation No. 986

Decision Date: Jul 30, 2020

Rodrigo Roa Duterte declares the regular and special (non-working) holidays for 2021, including significant observances such as New Year's Day, Independence Day, and the EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary, while also designating additional days to strengthen family ties and promote domestic tourism.

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Regular Holidays for 2021

New Year's Day (January 1, Friday)
Araw ng Kagitingan (April 9, Friday)
Maundy Thursday (April 1)
Good Friday (April 2)
Labor Day (May 1, Saturday)
Independence Day (June 12, Saturday)
National Heroes Day (August 30, Last Monday of August)
Bonifacio Day (November 30, Tuesday)
Christmas Day (December 25, Saturday)
Rizal Day (December 30, Thursday)

Special (Non-Working) Days for 2021

Chinese New Year (February 12, Friday)
EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary (February 25, Thursday)
Black Saturday (April 3)
Ninoy Aquino Day (August 21, Saturday)
All Saints' Day (November 1, Monday)
Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary (December 8, Wednesday)
Last Day of the Year (December 31, Friday)

Additional Special (Non-Working) Days for 2021

All Souls' Day (November 2, Tuesday)
Christmas Eve (December 24, Friday)

Cultural and Historical Justifications

Chinese New Year recognized due to its cultural importance among Chinese nationals worldwide and in the Philippines.
EDSA People Power Revolution marks political and social reforms in the country.
Black Saturday recognized due to Holy Week traditions observed by predominantly Catholic population.
Additional special days intended to promote family bonding and domestic tourism.

Declaration Related to Islamic Holidays

Eidul Fitr and Eidul Adha dates to be declared after determination of actual dates based on Islamic lunar calendar or astronomical calculations.
The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos is tasked to notify the Office of the President of these dates.

Implementation and Effectivity

The Department of Labor and Employment responsible for issuing implementing guidelines.
Proclamation effective immediately upon issuance.
Mandatory publication in a newspaper of general circulation to inform the public.

Executive Authority and Formalities

Signed by the President of the Philippines, Rodrigo Roa Duterte.
Countersigned by the Executive Secretary.
Date and place of signing specified for legal validity.

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