Vanuatu Independence Day is celebrated annually on July 30th to commemorate the country’s independence from the joint rule of the United Kingdom and France, which occurred on July 30, 1980. This public holiday is a significant cultural event in Vanuatu, with festivities that include traditional dances, music, and feasting. The day is marked with parades, flag-raising ceremonies, and speeches by government officials. The celebration of Vanuatu Independence Day is a testament to the country’s rich cultural heritage and its people’s resilience in the face of colonialism. It is an opportunity for the people of Vanuatu to come together and celebrate their freedom and national identity.