Independence Day 2026: Revisiting the Legacy of the June 12 Declaration
The Philippines celebrates Independence Day (Araw ng Kalayaan) every June 12, commemorating the 1898 declaration of independence from Spain. This date is recognized as the day the Philippines asserted its sovereignty, rather than the day of foreign recognition, underscoring its national identity.
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