The first international philatelic exhibition in the UAE was held in Dubai.
The Emirates 2022 World Stamp Exhibition, held at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, coinciding with Expo 2020 Dubai, and featured 175 exhibits from 27 countries.
Highlighting the significance of postage stamps in human history, most visitors to the event were either philatelists (stamp collectors) or numismatists (coin collectors).
The 175 framed exhibits competed for best in class within ten categories. The event, which began on January 19, also featured seminars by field experts.
Abdulla Mohammed Alashram, Group CEO of Emirates Post Group, said: “The exhibition successfully highlighted the importance and role of postage stamps in human advancement over the years. The event has allowed us to showcase the postal history and evolution of the global postal system, for which we would like to thank the postal entities from the GCC and Arab countries who participated and the esteemed speakers who shared their knowledge and provided valuable insights into the world of philately. We would also like to express our gratitude to the commissioners and jurors, exhibitors, dealers, and sponsors who equally contributed to the success of the exhibition.”
“The response towards the exhibition, which was held in conjunction with Expo 2020 Dubai, has been extremely positive and further enhances the UAE’s position as a hub of cultural exchange and a celebration of the nation’s rich heritage and cultural richness,” Alashram said.
The Emirates 2022 World Stamp Exhibition has left a profound mark in the world of tradition and arts – setting the stage for more cultural events in the region.
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