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As the UK was historically the colonizer rather than the colonized, it does not have an Independence Day. Instead, it celebrates national days for its constituent countries (e.g., St. George's Day for England, St. Andrew's Day for Scotland).
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Similarly, France does not have an Independence Day. It celebrates Bastille Day on July 14, which marks the French Revolution's pivotal event in 1789.
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Spain does not have an Independence Day but celebrates National Day on October 12, commemorating Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas.
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Japan does not celebrate an Independence Day. It has National Foundation Day on February 11, which commemorates the legendary foundation of Japan and the ascension of its first emperor.
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Thailand has never been colonized by a Western power and, therefore, does not have an Independence Day. It celebrates National Day on December 5, which is also the birthday of the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
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Nepal, which was never fully colonized, does not have an Independence Day. It celebrates various national days and festivals throughout the year.
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Australia does not have an Independence Day. It celebrates Australia Day on January 26, marking the arrival of the First Fleet at Port Jackson in 1788. Middle East
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Saudi Arabia does not celebrate an Independence Day. It celebrates National Day on September 23, marking the unification of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 1932.
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Iran does not have an Independence Day. It celebrates several national and religious holidays, including Nowruz (Persian New Year) and the anniversary of the Islamic Revolution on February 11.
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New Zealand does not have an Independence Day. It celebrates Waitangi Day on February 6, which marks the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840.
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