Official Proclamation By President Marcos Jr

Ninoy Aquino Day 2024: Moved to Friday, August 23

Official Proclamation by President Marcos Jr.

Presidential Proclamation No. 2023

In line with Presidential Proclamation No. 2023, the annual special non-working holiday for Ninoy Aquino Day has been moved from its traditional date of August 21 to Friday, August 23, 2024.

This change was made official by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to ensure that the holiday falls on a weekday, allowing for a long weekend and promoting tourism and economic activity.

Importance of Ninoy Aquino Day

Ninoy Aquino Day commemorates the assassination of former Senator Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. on August 21, 1983, upon his return from exile in the United States.

Aquino's death sparked the People Power Revolution that eventually led to the overthrow of the Marcos dictatorship and the restoration of democracy in the Philippines.

Key Details about the Move

• The special non-working holiday for Ninoy Aquino Day has been officially moved from August 21 to August 23, 2024, by Presidential Proclamation No. 2023.
• This change ensures that the holiday falls on a weekday, creating a long weekend for Filipinos to spend with family, friends, and loved ones.
• The move is expected to boost tourism and economic activity, as people take advantage of the extended weekend to travel and engage in recreational activities.