No House session on May 25 for Eid’l Fitr

MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives will not be holding a session on Monday, May 25, in observance of Eid’l Fitr or the culmination of the Fasting of Ramadan.

“In solidarity with our Muslim brothers and sisters, the House will not be holding a session on Monday, May 25th. We are adjourned until May 26, Tuesday, at 4 p.m.,” Deputy Speaker Roberto Puno said during Wednesday’s session.

President Rodrigo Duterte earlier declared May 25 as a regular holiday in observance of Eid’l Fitr.

Duterte made the declaration through Proclamation 944 signed by Executive Secretary Salvador Medialdea, by the authority of the President.

Duterte, however, reminded the public that existing quarantine regulations must still be followed during the holiday observance.

“The entire Filipino nation must have the full opportunity to join their Muslim brothers and sisters in peace and harmony in the observance and celebration of Eid’l Fitr, subject to existing community quarantine and social distancing measures,” the proclamation read.