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259 briefs · 43 iconic · 5 categories · 54 countries

Federal & civicMonth: Aug

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Pakistan Independence Day (Youm-e-Azadi) - August 14, the 1947 founding of the Islamic Republic

Pakistan Independence Day (Youm-e-Azadi) on August 14 is a federal public holiday in Pakistan marking the 1947 transfer of power from British India and the founding of the Dominion of Pakistan. The day is observed with flag-hoisting ceremonies, patriotic events, and the largest single civic observance of the Pakistani calendar.

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Indonesian Independence Day - Hari Kemerdekaan Indonesia, August 17

Indonesian Independence Day (Hari Kemerdekaan Indonesia) is observed every August 17 to mark the 1945 proclamation of independence by Soekarno and Mohammad Hatta. It is a national public holiday (libur nasional) under Keputusan Presiden, observed with flag ceremonies, traditional games, and regional cultural parades.

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Malaysia Hari Merdeka - August 31, independence from the British Empire

Hari Merdeka (Malaysian Independence Day) on August 31 marks the 1957 independence of Malaya from British colonial rule. Observed as a national public holiday with the annual Merdeka parade and the Prime Minister's address.

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Aug

Singapore National Day - August 9, NDP and the founding of modern Singapore

Singapore National Day on August 9 marks the 1965 independence of Singapore from Malaysia. Observed as a national public holiday with the annual National Day Parade (NDP), fireworks, and the Prime Minister's National Day Message.

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Aug

Turkey Victory Day (Zafer Bayramı) - August 30, the 1922 final victory of the War of Independence

Turkey Victory Day (Zafer Bayramı) on August 30 is a federal public holiday in Turkey marking the 1922 final victory of the Turkish War of Independence, when the Turkish forces defeated the Greek army and secured the territory that became the Republic. The day is observed with military ceremonies, wreath-laying at Anıtkabir, and school events.

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