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Yemen Declares June 5-14 Eid al-Adha Public Holidays Yemen News Agency (SABA) Earlier today, Yemen's Ministry of Civil Service and Administrative Development issued a communique announcing that "official work for all state employees will resume tomorrow, Sunday, following the Eid al-Adha holiday". Recall that, at the beginning of this month, Yemen's Ministry of Civil Service and Administrative Development had announced that June 5 to June 14, 2025, would be official public holidays for "all employees of the state's administrative apparatus and the public and mixed sectors", on account of the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice), based on Law No. 2 of 2000, Article No. 3, Paragraph 2, regarding official holidays and vacations, and the directives issued in this regard. That communique stated that "the Eid al-Adha holiday begins on Thursday, Dhu al-Hijjah 9, 1446 AH, corresponding to June 5, 2025 AD" and that "the holiday ends on Saturday, Dhu al-Hijjah 18, corresponding to June 14, 2025 AD, while official work will resume in all units on Sunday, Dhu al-Hijjah 19".
Yemen Declares June 5-14 Eid al-Adha Public Holidays Yemen News Agency (SABA) Earlier today, Yemen's Ministry of Civil Service and Administrative Development issued a communique announcing that "official work for all state employees will resume tomorrow, Sunday, following the Eid al-Adha holiday". Recall that, at the beginning of this month, Yemen's Ministry of Civil Service and Administrative Development had announced that June 5 to June 14, 2025, would be official public holidays for "all employees of the state's administrative apparatus and the public and mixed sectors", on account of the upcoming Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice), based on Law No. 2 of 2000, Article No. 3, Paragraph 2, regarding official holidays and vacations, and the directives issued in this regard. That communique stated that "the Eid al-Adha holiday begins on Thursday, Dhu al-Hijjah 9, 1446 AH, corresponding to June 5, 2025 AD" and that "the holiday ends on Saturday, Dhu al-Hijjah 18, corresponding to June 14, 2025 AD, while official work will resume in all units on Sunday, Dhu al-Hijjah 19".
Bougainville Declares June 16 Public Holiday Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea (Port Moresby) The Autonomous Bougainville Government of Papua New Guinea has declared Monday, June 16, 2025, as a public holiday in Bougainville to mark ABG Foundation Day. Recall that, back in 2020, the Bougainville Government of Papua New Guinea had declared Monday, August 31, 2020, as a public holiday in Bougainville to mark the 19th anniversary of the signing of the 2001 Peace Agreement, which paved the way for the establishment of the first autonomous government in 2005 and the independence referendum in November 2019.
Bougainville Declares June 16 Public Holiday Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea (Port Moresby) The Autonomous Bougainville Government of Papua New Guinea has declared Monday, June 16, 2025, as a public holiday in Bougainville to mark ABG Foundation Day. Recall that, back in 2020, the Bougainville Government of Papua New Guinea had declared Monday, August 31, 2020, as a public holiday in Bougainville to mark the 19th anniversary of the signing of the 2001 Peace Agreement, which paved the way for the establishment of the first autonomous government in 2005 and the independence referendum in November 2019.
Taiwan 2026 Public Holidays Released Taiwan Central Personnel Administration (Taipei) The General Administration of Personnel and Administration of Taiwan's Executive Yuan has released its official annual calendar of official non-working public holidays in Taiwan for the upcoming calendar year 2026, in accordance with the "Implementation Measures for Memorial Days and Holidays" regulations (紀念日及節日實施辦法). The aforementioned announcement follows last month's presidential decree promulgating the Implementation Act of Commemorative and Festival Days (紀念日及節日實施條例) legislation. Recall that regulations adopted in March 2013, compel the Directorate General of Personnel Administration to make public the national holiday calendar for following year before June 1st of the previous year, though the 2023 public holidays were announced a week or so late, as has been the case for the past 3 years.
Taiwan 2026 Public Holidays Released Taiwan Central Personnel Administration (Taipei) The General Administration of Personnel and Administration of Taiwan's Executive Yuan has released its official annual calendar of official non-working public holidays in Taiwan for the upcoming calendar year 2026, in accordance with the "Implementation Measures for Memorial Days and Holidays" regulations (紀念日及節日實施辦法). The aforementioned announcement follows last month's presidential decree promulgating the Implementation Act of Commemorative and Festival Days (紀念日及節日實施條例) legislation. Recall that regulations adopted in March 2013, compel the Directorate General of Personnel Administration to make public the national holiday calendar for following year before June 1st of the previous year, though the 2023 public holidays were announced a week or so late, as has been the case for the past 3 years.
Vietnam Passes Ownership Of Public Holidays To Minister of Home Affairs Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Hanoi) The Vietnamese Government Office has issued the Decree No. 128/2025/ND-CP regulating the decentralization and delegation of power in state management of the internal affairs sector, which takes effect on July 1st, 2025, and places the Minister of Home Affairs in charge of notifying annual holidays and Tet holidays as prescribed in Clause 3, Article 112 of the Labor Code. Recall that, in the past few years, the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) had issued a draft proposal of 1 or 2 suggested arrangements of the Tet, May Day, and Septembe public holidays, and sent it for consultations to 16-18 different ministries and agencies. After a month of such consultations, a clear majority was usually found and the chosen arrangement was then sent to the Prime Minister for approval.
Vietnam Passes Ownership Of Public Holidays To Minister of Home Affairs Vietnam Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Hanoi) The Vietnamese Government Office has issued the Decree No. 128/2025/ND-CP regulating the decentralization and delegation of power in state management of the internal affairs sector, which takes effect on July 1st, 2025, and places the Minister of Home Affairs in charge of notifying annual holidays and Tet holidays as prescribed in Clause 3, Article 112 of the Labor Code. Recall that, in the past few years, the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids and Social Affairs (MOLISA) had issued a draft proposal of 1 or 2 suggested arrangements of the Tet, May Day, and Septembe public holidays, and sent it for consultations to 16-18 different ministries and agencies. After a month of such consultations, a clear majority was usually found and the chosen arrangement was then sent to the Prime Minister for approval.
Venezuela Moves Saint Anthony’s Day Bank Holiday Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario (Sudeban) The Venezuelan regulatory body for the banking sector, Sudeban (Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario) has announced that Monday, June 16, 2025, would be a bank holiday in Venezuela, on account of the upcoming Día de San Antonio, usually observed annually on June 13, and in line with the official list of 2025 public and banking holidays in Venezuela as announced last November by the Sudeban, in conformity with the Ley de Reforma Parcial de la Ley de Instituciones del Sector Bancario.
Venezuela Moves Saint Anthony’s Day Bank Holiday Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario (Sudeban) The Venezuelan regulatory body for the banking sector, Sudeban (Superintendencia de Instituciones del Sector Bancario) has announced that Monday, June 16, 2025, would be a bank holiday in Venezuela, on account of the upcoming Día de San Antonio, usually observed annually on June 13, and in line with the official list of 2025 public and banking holidays in Venezuela as announced last November by the Sudeban, in conformity with the Ley de Reforma Parcial de la Ley de Instituciones del Sector Bancario.
Philippines Declare June 24 Araw ng Maynila Public Holiday Philippine Information Agency (Manila) Philippines President, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., has signed Proclamation No.925 declaring Araw ng Maynila on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, as a local public holiday in Manila in celebration of the 454th founding anniversary of the country’s capital ("It is but fitting and proper that the people of the City of Manila be given full opportunity to participate in the occasion and enjoy the celebration"). As per Proclamation 924, Tuesday, June 24 is also a local public holiday in Lian, Batangas, but on the occasion of the town’s Sambuhos Festival. Recall that, last year, Proclamation 599 had similarly informed the declaration of Monday, June 24, 2024, a special non-working public holiday in Manila City in celebration of its 453rd founding anniversary.
Philippines Declare June 24 Araw ng Maynila Public Holiday Philippine Information Agency (Manila) Philippines President, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., has signed Proclamation No.925 declaring Araw ng Maynila on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, as a local public holiday in Manila in celebration of the 454th founding anniversary of the country’s capital ("It is but fitting and proper that the people of the City of Manila be given full opportunity to participate in the occasion and enjoy the celebration"). As per Proclamation 924, Tuesday, June 24 is also a local public holiday in Lian, Batangas, but on the occasion of the town’s Sambuhos Festival. Recall that, last year, Proclamation 599 had similarly informed the declaration of Monday, June 24, 2024, a special non-working public holiday in Manila City in celebration of its 453rd founding anniversary.
Latvia Announces 2026 Public Holidays The Welfare Ministry of the Government of Latvia (Riga) The Ministry of Welfare of the government of Latvia has announced a proposal to move 2 working days in 2026 and hence declare Friday, January 2, 2026, and Monday, June 22, 2026, as one-off bridge public holidays. As per the aforementioned announcement, in compensation for these 2 one-off bridge public holidays, Saturday, January 17, and Saturday, June 27, 2026, would be declared as working Saturdays. Recall that, last year, the Latvian Ministry of Welfare had similarly released a draft list of 2025 public holidays in which the working day status of Friday, May 2, and Monday, November 17, was shifted to nearby Saturdays, as has been the practice for over 15 years, with very few exceptions (2011, 2016, and 2022). The government's decision applies to public administration bodies financed from the state budget and their employees, for whom a five-day working week is established from Monday to Friday. For municipal and private enterprises and organizations, the transfer of working days is advisory. The current Lavian Labor Code stipulates that the Cabinet of Ministers must declare such bridge public holidays before July 1st of the preceding year. Recall that a 2020 survey by the Latvian Ministry of the Economy, showed a support of almost 95 percent for the declaration of bridge holidays, compensated by working Saturdays.
Latvia Announces 2026 Public Holidays The Welfare Ministry of the Government of Latvia (Riga) The Ministry of Welfare of the government of Latvia has announced a proposal to move 2 working days in 2026 and hence declare Friday, January 2, 2026, and Monday, June 22, 2026, as one-off bridge public holidays. As per the aforementioned announcement, in compensation for these 2 one-off bridge public holidays, Saturday, January 17, and Saturday, June 27, 2026, would be declared as working Saturdays. Recall that, last year, the Latvian Ministry of Welfare had similarly released a draft list of 2025 public holidays in which the working day status of Friday, May 2, and Monday, November 17, was shifted to nearby Saturdays, as has been the practice for over 15 years, with very few exceptions (2011, 2016, and 2022). The government's decision applies to public administration bodies financed from the state budget and their employees, for whom a five-day working week is established from Monday to Friday. For municipal and private enterprises and organizations, the transfer of working days is advisory. The current Lavian Labor Code stipulates that the Cabinet of Ministers must declare such bridge public holidays before July 1st of the preceding year. Recall that a 2020 survey by the Latvian Ministry of the Economy, showed a support of almost 95 percent for the declaration of bridge holidays, compensated by working Saturdays.
Mongolian Danshig Naadam Festival June 27-29 Montsame Agency (Ulaanbaatar) The Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025 cultural and religious festival of the Mongols, will be celebrated on June 27-29, 2025, at Khui Doloon Khudag on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar City. The Danshig Naadam is not to be confused with the Naadam National Day public holiday that will be held in a month.
Mongolian Danshig Naadam Festival June 27-29 Montsame Agency (Ulaanbaatar) The Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam 2025 cultural and religious festival of the Mongols, will be celebrated on June 27-29, 2025, at Khui Doloon Khudag on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar City. The Danshig Naadam is not to be confused with the Naadam National Day public holiday that will be held in a month.
Madhesh Province June 11 Kabir Das Jayanti Public Holiday Nepalese Ministry of Home Affairs (Kathmandu) The Ministry of Home, Communications, and Law of the Government of the Madhesh Province of Nepal has issued a press release confirming that tomorrow would be a one-off public holiday in observance of Kabir Das Jayanti. Recall that, early last month, the same Ministry of Home, Communications, and Law had declared Tuesday, May 6, 2025, and Wednesday, June 11, 2025, as public holidays to celebrate Janaki Nawami (Sita Jayanti) and Kabir Das Jayanti, respectively. In early March 2023, the Nepalese federal government cabinet decided that provincial governments could add up to six public holidays a year to the national list of Nepalese public holidays released by the federal government, with the Federal Ministry of Home Affairs deciding the regional public holidays to be observed in the Kathmandu valley.
Madhesh Province June 11 Kabir Das Jayanti Public Holiday Nepalese Ministry of Home Affairs (Kathmandu) The Ministry of Home, Communications, and Law of the Government of the Madhesh Province of Nepal has issued a press release confirming that tomorrow would be a one-off public holiday in observance of Kabir Das Jayanti. Recall that, early last month, the same Ministry of Home, Communications, and Law had declared Tuesday, May 6, 2025, and Wednesday, June 11, 2025, as public holidays to celebrate Janaki Nawami (Sita Jayanti) and Kabir Das Jayanti, respectively. In early March 2023, the Nepalese federal government cabinet decided that provincial governments could add up to six public holidays a year to the national list of Nepalese public holidays released by the federal government, with the Federal Ministry of Home Affairs deciding the regional public holidays to be observed in the Kathmandu valley.
South Korea Revises Public Holidays Shop Closures Yonhap News Agency (Seoul) The new South Korean government of the Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) has introduced legislation to reinstate the mandatory closure of large supermarkets on public holidays, which was scaled back or abolished under the previous government. The aforementioned bill is currently under review by a parliamentary subcommittee and is expected to pass the plenary session soon, after which it will be promulgated and implemented.
South Korea Revises Public Holidays Shop Closures Yonhap News Agency (Seoul) The new South Korean government of the Democratic Party of Korea (DPK) has introduced legislation to reinstate the mandatory closure of large supermarkets on public holidays, which was scaled back or abolished under the previous government. The aforementioned bill is currently under review by a parliamentary subcommittee and is expected to pass the plenary session soon, after which it will be promulgated and implemented.
Kenya Rules-Out June 25 Public Holiday Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (Nairobi) Kenyan Government Spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, dismissed the suggestion that the government of President Ruto declare a public holiday on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, to commemorate the Gen Z victims of last year’s anti-Finance Bill protests. The proposed June 25 public holiday had been led by a political alliance led by Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i.
Kenya Rules-Out June 25 Public Holiday Kenya Broadcasting Corporation (Nairobi) Kenyan Government Spokesperson, Isaac Mwaura, dismissed the suggestion that the government of President Ruto declare a public holiday on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, to commemorate the Gen Z victims of last year’s anti-Finance Bill protests. The proposed June 25 public holiday had been led by a political alliance led by Wiper Party Leader Kalonzo Musyoka, former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, and former Interior CS Fred Matiang’i.
Philippines House Votes 6-Year Barangay Elections Interval Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines (Manila) The Philippines House of Representatives has passed on third and final reading House Bill 11287, which proposes to extend the term of Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials from three to six years. The aforementioned bill, which was approved at the committee level, last December, would amend Section 42 of Republic Act No. 7160 to hold the next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections by the second Monday of May 2029, instead of in October 2026. Note that a conflicting Senate Bill (SB) 2816, had its third and final reading in January, and would set the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections every 4 years apart, most likely on the last Monday of October, as was the case from 2007 to 2013. Normally, the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections should occur every 3 years, and have usually been accompanied by the declaration of a one-off public holiday. However, over the past decade, these elections have often been rescheduled. The 2018 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections were supposed to be held in late 2016, but were twice postponed, once to 2017 and a second time to 2018. Then in September 2019, three panels of the Philippines Senate approved moving the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections from May 2020 to May 2023. Eventually, the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections were held on October 30, 2023.
Philippines House Votes 6-Year Barangay Elections Interval Official Gazette of the Republic of the Philippines (Manila) The Philippines House of Representatives has passed on third and final reading House Bill 11287, which proposes to extend the term of Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) officials from three to six years. The aforementioned bill, which was approved at the committee level, last December, would amend Section 42 of Republic Act No. 7160 to hold the next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections by the second Monday of May 2029, instead of in October 2026. Note that a conflicting Senate Bill (SB) 2816, had its third and final reading in January, and would set the upcoming Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections every 4 years apart, most likely on the last Monday of October, as was the case from 2007 to 2013. Normally, the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections should occur every 3 years, and have usually been accompanied by the declaration of a one-off public holiday. However, over the past decade, these elections have often been rescheduled. The 2018 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections were supposed to be held in late 2016, but were twice postponed, once to 2017 and a second time to 2018. Then in September 2019, three panels of the Philippines Senate approved moving the Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections from May 2020 to May 2023. Eventually, the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections were held on October 30, 2023.
Western Australia Considering Public Holidays Shake-Up Western Australia Department of Labour Relations and Commerce (Perth) The Premier of the State of Western Australia, Roger Cook, has indicated that WA's public holidays could soon be realigned with those observed on the east coast, potentially as early as next year, and that that review may also introduce an additional public holiday. Mentioned as on the shortlist for date changes are: WA Day, the King's Birthday, and Labour Day. Recall that, last November, Premier Cook, had already indicated that he was open to the idea of moving the Western Australia Day public holiday closer to summer, stating that "I think it makes sense to explore how we might better align the date of the WA Day public holiday, particularly to coincide with our warmer months around summer", and adding that "I am open to reviewing the date of the public holiday in the future, as part of broader reforms that look at maximising any economic benefits". Originally called Foundation Day until 2011, WA Day is observed on the first Monday of winter, and for the past few years, that date has seen heavy rains.
Western Australia Considering Public Holidays Shake-Up Western Australia Department of Labour Relations and Commerce (Perth) The Premier of the State of Western Australia, Roger Cook, has indicated that WA's public holidays could soon be realigned with those observed on the east coast, potentially as early as next year, and that that review may also introduce an additional public holiday. Mentioned as on the shortlist for date changes are: WA Day, the King's Birthday, and Labour Day. Recall that, last November, Premier Cook, had already indicated that he was open to the idea of moving the Western Australia Day public holiday closer to summer, stating that "I think it makes sense to explore how we might better align the date of the WA Day public holiday, particularly to coincide with our warmer months around summer", and adding that "I am open to reviewing the date of the public holiday in the future, as part of broader reforms that look at maximising any economic benefits". Originally called Foundation Day until 2011, WA Day is observed on the first Monday of winter, and for the past few years, that date has seen heavy rains.
Ghana Rules-Out June 9 Public Holiday Ghana Government Portal (Accra) Ghana's Ministry of the Interior has issued a press statement clarifying that Monday, June 9, 2025, was not a public holiday. As per the aforementioned social media statement on X, "Please be informed that tomorrow, Monday, June 9, 2025 is not a public holiday.". Recall that, late last month, Ghana's Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-mubarak, had issued the press statement Declaration of Friday, 6th June 2025 as a Public Holiday, announcing that "The general public is hereby informed that Friday, 6th June 2025, marks Eid-Ul-Adha, which is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country".
Ghana Rules-Out June 9 Public Holiday Ghana Government Portal (Accra) Ghana's Ministry of the Interior has issued a press statement clarifying that Monday, June 9, 2025, was not a public holiday. As per the aforementioned social media statement on X, "Please be informed that tomorrow, Monday, June 9, 2025 is not a public holiday.". Recall that, late last month, Ghana's Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-mubarak, had issued the press statement Declaration of Friday, 6th June 2025 as a Public Holiday, announcing that "The general public is hereby informed that Friday, 6th June 2025, marks Eid-Ul-Adha, which is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country".
Guinea Conakry Extends Eid al-Adha Public Holidays Until June 10 Portail Officiel du Gouvernement de la République de Guinée (Conakry) Guinea Conakry's Ministère du Travail et de la Fonction Publique has issued a communique declaring Monday and Tuesday, June 9 and 10, 2025, as public holidays in Guinea Conakry on account of the Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice), which was observed on Friday, June 6, 2025. As per the aforementioned statement, signed by the Directeur Général de la Fonction Publique, Karamba Guirassy, "A l’occasion de la commémoration de la fête de Tabaski, le Ministre du Travail et de la Fonction publique porte à la connaissance des Travailleuses, Travailleurs et Agents des services public, mixte et privé que les journées du lundi 9 juin et mardi 10 juin 2025, sont exceptionnellement déclarées fériées, chômées et payées sur toute l’étendue du Territoire National.".
Guinea Conakry Extends Eid al-Adha Public Holidays Until June 10 Portail Officiel du Gouvernement de la République de Guinée (Conakry) Guinea Conakry's Ministère du Travail et de la Fonction Publique has issued a communique declaring Monday and Tuesday, June 9 and 10, 2025, as public holidays in Guinea Conakry on account of the Eid al-Adha (Feast of Sacrifice), which was observed on Friday, June 6, 2025. As per the aforementioned statement, signed by the Directeur Général de la Fonction Publique, Karamba Guirassy, "A l’occasion de la commémoration de la fête de Tabaski, le Ministre du Travail et de la Fonction publique porte à la connaissance des Travailleuses, Travailleurs et Agents des services public, mixte et privé que les journées du lundi 9 juin et mardi 10 juin 2025, sont exceptionnellement déclarées fériées, chômées et payées sur toute l’étendue du Territoire National.".
Nigeria Declares June 12 Democracy Day Public Holiday The Official Gazette of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Abuja) Earlier today, the Permanent Secretary of the Nigerian Ministry of the Interior, Magdalene Ajani has issued a statement, on behalf of the Minister of the Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, that the Federal Government of Nigeria had declared Thursday, June 12, 2025, as a non-working public holiday throughout Nigeria "to honour the 2025 Democracy Day celebration" and "26 years of uninterrupted civil rule". Until 2019, June 12 had often been declared ad hoc by many Nigerian states as a regional state public holiday. But, in June 2018, President Buhari announced that, effective from 2019, Nigerian Democracy Day would be marked every June 12, instead of May 29 which had been declared as a non-working public holiday in Nigeria in preceding years.
Nigeria Declares June 12 Democracy Day Public Holiday The Official Gazette of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (Abuja) Earlier today, the Permanent Secretary of the Nigerian Ministry of the Interior, Magdalene Ajani has issued a statement, on behalf of the Minister of the Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, that the Federal Government of Nigeria had declared Thursday, June 12, 2025, as a non-working public holiday throughout Nigeria "to honour the 2025 Democracy Day celebration" and "26 years of uninterrupted civil rule". Until 2019, June 12 had often been declared ad hoc by many Nigerian states as a regional state public holiday. But, in June 2018, President Buhari announced that, effective from 2019, Nigerian Democracy Day would be marked every June 12, instead of May 29 which had been declared as a non-working public holiday in Nigeria in preceding years.
