Flag hoisting 24 hours at Luneta

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EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 56: Flag hoisting 24 hours at Luneta

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Title Supreme Court: Flag hoisting 24 hours at Luneta

Law: Executive Order No. 56

Decision Date: Nov 6, 1963

Diosdado Macapagal mandates the continuous display of the National Flag at the Independence flagpole in Luneta, emphasizing national solidarity and patriotism by ensuring it is illuminated at night.

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Directive for Continuous Display of the National Flag

The President of the Philippines directs the National Flag to be hoisted at the Independence Flagpole located at Luneta.
The flag must be displayed twenty-four hours a day, ensuring its constant presence.
The flagpole is to be illuminated during nighttime hours to maintain visibility and respect for the flag.

Legal Authority and Implementation

The directive is issued under the authority vested in the President by existing laws.
The policy reflects the government's commitment to promote patriotic consciousness among the people through symbolic acts.

Formalization and Effectivity

The Executive Order was signed by President Diosdado Macapagal and countersigned by the Executive Secretary.
It took effect from the date of signing, November 6, 1963, in Manila, thereby mandating the continuous hoisting of the National Flag at the specified location.

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