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March 20 regular holiday for Eid’l Fitr, declares Palace
President Marcos declared March 20 a nationwide holiday recognizing Eid’l Fitr, highlighting respect for Muslim Filipino traditions and contributions, officials said.
- On Friday, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared March 20, 2026 a regular holiday nationwide in observance of Eid'l Fitr.
- Recognizing religious significance, the Palace said the declaration acknowledges Eid'l Fitr's importance and reaffirms respect for Muslim Filipinos' traditions and contributions.
- At a Grand Iftar in Malacañang on Thursday, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said the announcement came as President Marcos joined Muslim community leaders and members, and the Palace extended greetings to the Muslim community preparing to celebrate Eid'l Fitr.
- Muslim Filipinos can observe Eid with family visits, prayers, and charitable giving such as Zakat al-Fitr, aligning the holiday with customary observances, the Palace said.
- Marcos urged peace amid uncertainty and serious challenges, and reporters noted a formal proclamation had not been released as of Thursday.
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President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared March 20, 2026, a regular holiday nationwide in commemoration of Eid"l Fitr, Malacañang said Thursday.
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March 20 regular holiday for Eid’l Fitr, declares Palace
MANILA, Philippines — President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has declared Friday, March 20, 2026, a regular holiday throughout the country in observance of Eid’l Fitr or the end of the Feast of Ramadan. The announcement was made as he joined members of the Muslim community and leaders from across the country at the Grand Iftar in Malacañang, Palace Press Officer Claire Castro said in a message to reporters on Thursday. READ: Raucous, solemn rites mark M…
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