All articles tagged with #national day
Originally Published 14 days ago — by The White House (.gov)
The President celebrates National Pledge of Allegiance Day, emphasizing the importance of loyalty to the flag and American values, and highlights efforts to protect the dignity of the flag against desecration, reaffirming national unity and patriotism.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by U.S. Department of State (.gov)
The United States congratulates China on the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, wishing its people health, happiness, prosperity, and peace.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by U.S. Department of State (.gov)
The United States Department of State congratulates China on the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, wishing the Chinese people health, happiness, prosperity, and peace.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Arab News
Saudi Arabia's 95th National Day is celebrated at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) in Dhahran with a six-day program featuring cultural exhibitions, musical performances, interactive experiences, family activities, and film screenings, highlighting Saudi cultural diversity and heritage.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Hong Kong Free Press
St John's Cathedral, the oldest church building in Hong Kong, displayed the Chinese national flag for the first time during a service to mark National Day. The move was suggested by lawmaker Peter Koon, who is also a cathedral chaplain. While there was some online debate and a petition against the display, Koon stated that it was important to pray for the country and that the church had always wanted to "express more" on National Day. The display of the flag comes amid concerns about eroding religious freedoms in Hong Kong under the Beijing-imposed national security law.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters
Chinese President Xi Jinping broke with convention by delivering the National Day speech, usually given by the premier, at a dinner reception ahead of China's 74th anniversary. Xi emphasized the need for unity and overcoming obstacles, while the unexplained disappearances of cabinet ministers and military commanders have raised concerns about political purges and the unpredictability of China's government. The latest official to vanish is Defence Minister Li Shangfu, leaving uncertainty about China's military representation at upcoming events.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Reuters.com
Putin marked Russia's national day by appealing to Russians' patriotic pride at a "difficult time" for the country, but made no direct comment on the latest developments in Ukraine. The day marks the inseparability of Russia's centuries-old history and the greatness and glory of the fatherland. The feelings of patriotism and pride unite society even more strongly and serve as a reliable support for the heroes taking part in the special military operation in Ukraine, according to Putin.