Unity Day (Yemen)
| Unity Day | |
|---|---|
| Observed by |
 Yemen |
| Celebrations | Flag hoisting, Parades, Award ceremonies, singing patriotic songs and the National anthem, Speeches by the President, entertainment and cultural programs |
| Date | May 22 |
| Next time | 22 May 2015 |
| Frequency | annual |
| Related to | Yemeni unification |
Unity Day of Yemen (also called Day of National Unity, National Day, Republic Day) is national holiday in Yemen held on May 22. It commemorates the unification of North Yemen and South Yemen.
The president makes a speech broadcast on television and radio,[1] and awards state decorations and orders to Yemeni citizens.[2]
See Also
- South Yemen Movement[3]
References
- ↑ Cultures of the World- Yemen. Anna Hestler
- ↑ President Hadi awards Order of Duty to anti-terrorism team, SABA- Aden Tribune, 23 May, 2013
- ↑ "Is South Yemen Preparing to Declare Independence?". Time. 2011-07-08.