IN a statement on Wednesday, the Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PCCI) said that the Philippines has too many holidays, and Congress should consider trimming the list to help the economy grow. While there would be some value in reviewing the list of annual holidays and the manner in which holidays are declared by the government, we believe the assertion that the number of holidays that currently exist has a negative effect on the economy is a non sequitur and should be dismissed.
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