May Revolution Day of Argentina

MAY Revolution Day or Dia de la Revolucion de Mayo in Argentina is one of the most important celebrations in this country. It marks the day when a weeklong political event led to the establishment of the first government (independent of Spain) in Buenos Aires on may 25, 1810.

Argentina’s May Revolution Day usually features parades and marches, concerts, fireworks, and public meetings. Traditional cuisines are served and free rides are offered by most public transports in the country, particularly for those who would like to watch and participate in the festivities. Special services are conducted in churches in succession and plays are staged in the Colon Theater in Buenos Aires, the country’s capital and most populous city. The day is capped with the playing and singing of Himno Nacional Argentino (Argentina’s National Anthem).

The Philippines and Argentina share a common past, being former Spanish colonies. They have had over 60 years of diplomatic and bilateral relations. Argentina was the first Latin American country with which the Philippines established bilateral relations. In September, 2012, Argentina Republic’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Worship Hector Timerman met with Philippine officials to discuss the broadening of bilateral relations and possible cultural engagements. In February 2014, the two countries organized the 2nd Bilateral Consultation Meeting in Manila where they reiterated their solid historic-cultural affinities and agreed to further enhance bilateral trade.

In April this year, the Philippine Embassy in Buenos Aires, together with the Embassies of Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam, held the first ASEAN Bazaar in Buenos Aires where the diverse cultures and cuisines of the region were on full display. Argentina has an embassy in Makati City while the Philippines maintains an embassy in Buenos Aires.

We greet the people and government of the Argentina Republic led by President Mauricio Macri on the occasion of its National Day.