So here’s the thing, even if you wanted to be respectful of Ramadan, what prevents you from recognizing the holiday on the day? There’s nothing in the recognition of July 4th that would require anything that would violate it, if you didn’t choose to.
Via Jakarta Post:
The United States Embassy enjoyed its annual 4th of July celebration on Thursday, June 4, one month early, in order to respect the upcoming Ramadhan month, which will begin on June 17 and last for one month.
US Ambassador to Indonesia Robert O. Blake and US Ambassador to ASEAN Nina Hachigian presided over the festivities, which involved brass band renditions of the Star-Spangled Banner and the Indonesian national anthem, Indonesia Raya.
Blake explained that the theme of the event leaned toward “green” development, which supported the US’ focus on building and promoting a green economy and more environmentally sustainable development.
HT: Steve