2004 in the Philippines

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2004 in the Philippines details events of note that happened in the Philippines in the year 2004.

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President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

Events

February

May

June

July

November

December

Holidays

On November 13, 2002, Republic Act No. 9177 declares Eidul Fitr as a regular holiday. [9] The EDSA Revolution Anniversary was proclaimed since 2002 as a special non-working holiday. [10] In the list, holidays in bold are "regular holidays" and those in italics are "nationwide special days".

In addition, several other places observe local holidays, such as the foundation of their town. These are also "special days."

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Sports

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2005 in the Philippines details events of note that happened in the Philippines in the year 2005.

2003 in the Philippines details events of note that happened in the Philippines in the year 2003.

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2001 in the Philippines details events of note that happened in the Philippines in the year 2001.

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