Vanuatu Constitution Day

This day commemorates the signing of the Constitution in 1979. The country was granted full independence in 1979 after being under an unique Anglo-French Condominium. After this, the drafting of a constitution got underway, consisting of representatives of different political parties, religious leaders and local tribal chiefs. It was signed on 5th October 1979, and came into force on 30th July 1980, when the New Hebrides gained independence as the Republic of Vanuatu. It is marked with public speeches, official ceremonies and other festive events and activities.