Observance of the holiday commemorating Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.'s tragic death has been moved by President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. from August 21 to Friday, August 23.

The President issued Proclamation No. 665 to formalize the shift in dates, which was signed by Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin on August 15.

Marcos said this was done to encourage domestic tourism, while honoring the national hero.

"In order to provide for a longer weekend thereby promoting domestic tourism, the celebration of Ninoy Aquino Day may be moved from 21 August 2024 (Wednesday) to 23 August 2024 (Friday), provided that the historical significance of Ninoy Aquino Day is maintained," he explained.