China’s National Day is to commemorate the founding of the People's Republic of China (PRC) on October 1, 1949. It is one of the most significant national holidays in China.

Republic Day in Portugal marks the establishment of the Portuguese Republic in 1910, ending over seven centuries of monarchy. The day commemorates the revolution that began in Lisbon and ushered in a new era of democracy, secularism and modern governance. Republic Day honors Portugal’s transition to a republican state and the enduring values of freedom, equality and civic participation.