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Independence Day (Belarus)
Independence Day in Belarus marks the liberation of Minsk from Nazi occupation in 1944 during World War II. It honors both the nation’s freedom and the immense sacrifices made for it. Citizens across the country gather to celebrate unity, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the Belarusian people, linking the victory of the past with the independence and strength of the modern nation.
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King Tupou VI's Birthday
King Tupou VI's Birthday is a national holiday in Tonga celebrating King Tupou VI's official birthday on July 4, although his actual birth date is July 12, 1959.
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Tynwald Day
Tynwald Day is the national day of the Isle of Man. It features the world’s oldest continuous parliament meeting in a traditional open-air ceremony at St. John's, where new laws are proclaimed and Manx heritage is celebrated.
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Virgin Islands Day
Virgin Islands Day is a public holiday in the British Virgin Islands that celebrates the territory’s culture, heritage and identity, replacing Territory Day in 2020.
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Saba Saba Day
Saba Saba Day (meaning "Seven Seven" in Swahili, referring to July 7) is a national day of political and economic importance in Tanzania. It originated as the anniversary of the founding of the Tanganyika African National Union (TANU) in 1954, which led the fight for independence from British colonial rule. Over time, it has also become associated with the Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), one of the largest trade fairs in East Africa.
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Independence Day (Solomon Islands)
Independence Day in the Solomon Islands commemorates the country’s freedom from British colonial rule on July 7, 1978, celebrated with parades, cultural events and national pride across the islands.
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Independence Day (South Sudan)
Independence Day celebrates South Sudan’s birth as a sovereign nation after decades of war, a hard-won referendum, and global recognition as the world’s newest country.
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Independence Day in The Bahamas
Independence Day in The Bahamas marks the country’s full independence from British colonial rule in 1973, making it a sovereign nation and a proud member of the Commonwealth of Nations.
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Matariki
Matariki is the Māori New Year in New Zealand, based on the rising of the Matariki star cluster (Pleiades). It is a time of remembrance, celebration, and renewal, officially recognized as a public holiday since 2022.
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Manu'a Cession Day
Manu'a Cession Day commemorates the anniversary when Tui Manu'a Elisara and other chiefs signed the Treaty of Cession of Manu‘a on July 16, 1904, and the unity of all the Samoan islands within the territory of American Samoa.
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Marine Day (Japan)
Marine Day honors the ocean's importance to Japan as an island nation, recognizing its role in providing food, transportation and prosperity. The holiday encourages appreciation for the sea and maritime culture. Many people visit beaches, participate in ocean-related events, and enjoy fireworks or festivals celebrating Japan's close connection to the sea.
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National Day (Belgium)
National Day in Belgium marks the swearing-in of King Leopold I in 1831, the country's first monarch, symbolizing the birth of the independent Belgian state. The day commemorates national unity and pride, featuring a royal military parade in Brussels, flag displays and festive concerts across the country.
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