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Breaking February 8th Not A National Holiday In The Philippines

BREAKING: February 8th NOT a National Holiday in the Philippines

Exclusive Holiday for Muslim Communities

Contrary to earlier reports, the Philippine government has clarified that February 8, 2024 (Thursday) is NOT a nationwide holiday. The holiday is exclusive to Muslim communities in the country.

Malacañang's Official Announcement

The official announcement was released by Malacañang on Friday, confirming that the day remains a regular working day for most Filipinos. The decision is based on Presidential Decree 1083, which designates specific holidays for the Muslim population.

No Class Suspensions or Work Cancellations

As a result of this clarification, there will be no class suspensions or work cancellations on February 8th. The Official Gazette, a government publication, has confirmed this information, dispelling any confusion.

Upcoming Holidays

The Philippine government has released the following list of upcoming holidays for 2024:

  • February 10: Chinese New Year
  • March 30: Black Saturday
  • August 21: Eid al-Adha

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