This Saturday, August 16 It will be Non -working day In the Dominican Republic by the commemoration of the 162 Anniversary of the Restoration deed of the Republic and in accordance with the provisions of Law 139-97, this was reiterated by the Ministry of Labor This Tuesday.
The entity indicated to the public and private sectors that this date will not be moved, so the work must be resumed on Sunday, August 17, except in the cases of workers whose regular rest day is Sunday, who must Return on Monday 18.
The Ministry indicated that the application of this holiday is mandatory and must be fulfilled in all establishments of the country.
Acts in Santiago
Within the framework of the commemoration Of this historical date, the civil and military authorities They met in Santiago to coordinate a program of activities that honor the sacrifice of the restorative heroes.
The meeting was headed by Juan Alberto Michel, director of operations of the Permanent Commission of Homeland Ephemeriswho highlighted the importance of keeping the historical memory of the Dominican people alive and the sovereignty values.
Among the activities guidelines that will be made are:
- Floral offerings
- Parades
- Cultural acts
- COfficial eremonies In different parts of the Santiago province, with the participation of public institutions, social and community organizations
About restoration
He Restoration Day commemorates the Restart of the fight by the National Independence In 1863, after the annexation of the Dominican Republic to Spain in 1861. This Gesta culminated in 1865 with the recovery of sovereignty, becoming one of the most significant milestones in Dominican history.
