President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. declared July 4 a special non-working day in San Julian, Eastern Samar, to commemorate the town's founding anniversary. The proclamation, signed by Executive Secretary Ralph Recto on July 2, allows residents to fully participate in the celebrations. This follows Marcos's recent announcement of elevating bilateral relations with Canada to a strategic partnership during his four-day official visit to Vancouver, where he met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a presidential proclamation and diplomatic activity without overtly favoring any political side. It provides factual information about the declaration of a special non-working day and mentions the elevation of bilateral relations with Canada, presenting these events neutrally.





