Proclamation No. 2275, issued on March 3, 1983, by President Ferdinand E. Marcos, designates the period from March 7 to 12, 1983, as "National Printing Week." This proclamation highlights the essential role of the printing industry in promoting arts and culture, combating illiteracy, and supporting national development goals. It emphasizes the printing industry's importance as a communication tool and its contributions to society. The celebration is organized under the auspices of the Printing Industries Association of the Philippines, Inc.
March 3, 1983
PROCLAMATION NO. 2275
DECLARING THE PERIOD FROM MARCH 7 TO 12, 1983, AS "NATIONAL PRINTING WEEK"
WHEREAS, the printing industry renders indispensable service to the country in the promotion of arts and culture, and in the government's efforts against illiteracy;
WHEREAS, the printing industry, as one of the most effective tools of communication, has contributed to the far-reaching goals of the New Society; and
WHEREAS, it is necessary to focus the attention of the public on the vital role played by the printing industry in our national development;
NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDINAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers vested in me by law, do hereby declare the period from March 7 to 12, 1983, as "National Printing Week" under the auspices of the Printing Industries Association of the Philippines, Inc.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of the Republic of the Philippines to be affixed.
DONE in the City of Manila, this 3rd day of March, in the year of Our Lord, Nineteen Hundred and Eighty-Three.