President Benigno S. Aquino III will lead the celebration of
the 118th anniversary of Philippine Independence on Sunday, June 12, with the
theme, "Kalayaan 2016: Pagkakaisa, Pagaambagan, Pagsulong."
According to Presidential Communications Operations Office
(PCOO) Secretary Herminio Coloma Jr., President Aquino will lead the 8 a.m.
flag-raising and wreath-laying rites at the Rizal
Monument in Rizal
Park , Manila
Simultaneous commemorative rites will also be held in key
cities nationwide, including Kawit in Cavite ;
Malolos in Bulacan; Angeles in Pampanga; Davao
City ; Cebu
City ; San
Juan City ; Caloocan City
”The President will also hold on Sunday the traditional Vin
d’Honneur for the diplomatic corps at Malacanang," Coloma said.
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines
(NHCP), in partnership with other participating government agencies, has also
lined up other commemorative activities leading up to the June 12 celebration,
including the Balik-Tanaw cultural heritage tour at the Pasig River, cultural
performances at the Paco Park and Rizal Park, simultaneous job fairs
nationwide, trade fairs, and public exhibits.
”We enjoin our people to participate in these commemorative
activities and celebrate the freedom that our forefathers have fought hard
for,” Coloma said.
Static display showcasing the current capabilities and
equipment of the Armed Forces of the Philippines
Various trade fairs and exhibits will also highlight the
anniversary while the Light Rail Transit and Metro Rail Transit will offer free
rides to the public from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday.
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