00:00 The government has announced October 30, November 1, and 2 as non-working holidays.
00:05 National Economic and Development Authority Director General Arsenio Balisacan says the
00:11 declaration aims to boost local tourism, as Filipinos will be able to enjoy a long weekend
00:17 on the said dates.
00:19 He added they are well aware that such decision will have effects, but believe that it will
00:24 also help the economy in the long run.
00:27 Meanwhile, the palace has also issued Proclamation Number 368, which bears a list of all the
00:33 regular holidays and special non-working holidays for next year.
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