Marcos Declares Holidays in 7 Areas in September, October

President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. has declared special non-working days in seven localities across the Philippines for September and October. These declarations are intended to allow residents to fully participate in their respective founding, charter, or fiesta celebrations. Under Proclamation No. 1437, Monday, September 21, will be a special non-working day in the municipality of Aguinaldo, Ifugao, as it marks its founding anniversary. On Tuesday, October 10, the city of Ilagan in Cagayan will observe a special non-working day to celebrate its charter day. Additionally, Monday, October 16, is declared a special non-working day for the city of Mabalacat in Pampanga, also for its charter day. Friday, October 27, will be a special non-working day in Ilagan City, Cagayan, for its founding anniversary. Further, Saturday, October 21, is designated as a special non-working day for the municipality of Aparri in Cagayan, celebrating its founding anniversary. Saturday, October 28, will see the municipality of Hungduan in Ifugao observe a special non-working day for its founding anniversary. Lastly, Monday, October 30, is declared a special non-working day in Aparri, Cagayan, for its fiesta celebration. These declarations aim to strengthen community bonds and provide opportunities to celebrate cultural traditions. While temporary impacts on economic activity are possible, these holidays may also boost local morale and potentially attract tourists. Source: Inquirer NewsInfo