yes independence day is still important in the Philippines. let me first define what is independence Day it is celebrating the freedom of each Filipino living in the modern area and it reminds an important period in our nations history.
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Same significance of ANY country celebrating its Independence day. I’m a Filipino and though I respect your question by all means, I am slightly offended by it. We have every right to celebrate he day we officially declared our nation’s freedom, as I am sure that you and your country have every right as well.