SingPost Commemorates 60 Years of Singapore-Egypt Bilateral Relations with Special Stamp Issue

The single-stamp issue bridges two distinct worlds by featuring iconic landmarks from both nations, celebrating six decades of enduring friendship and cultural connection.

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The $2 commemorative stamp celebrates 60 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Egypt, featuring key landmarks from both nations.
 

Singapore Post Limited (SingPost) will release a $2 commemorative stamp on 5 November to mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore and Egypt.

Egypt was the first Arab country to recognise Singapore’s independence in 1965, with diplomatic relations established the following year. Over the past six decades, ties have grown through high-level political exchanges, expanding economic cooperation, educational and cultural exchanges and longstanding people-to-people connections. 

The countries’ connections predate formal diplomatic ties. The opening of Egypt’s Suez Canal in 1869 shortened sailing times between Europe and Asia by allowing ships to bypass the long voyage around Africa’s Cape of Good Hope. This helped boost trade through Singapore and supported its growth as a trading port. Today, we continue to explore opportunities to deepen cooperation in areas including air connectivity, maritime transport, technical education and healthcare.

The commemorative stamp celebrates this enduring friendship, bringing together landmarks that reflect the heritage and contemporary character of both countries.

Designed by local graphic designer Wong Wui Kong, the stamp features Singapore’s Merlion, the Supertrees at Gardens by the Bay, and Marina Barrage alongside Egypt’s Pyramids, River Nile, Cairo Tower, the Citadel, and the historic Bab al-Futuh gate. 

The design places Egypt’s ancient landmarks alongside the modern silhouette of Cairo Tower, while Singapore’s distinctive waterfront completes the scene. Together, the landmarks reflect the history, cultural heritage, and vibrancy of both nations.

Egypt Post will issue a joint commemorative stamp on Thursday, 5 November 2026, to celebrate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Egypt and Singapore. The Egyptian stamp design highlights an artistic portrait that brings together prominent historical and modern landmarks from both countries, reflecting the cultural identity and urban renaissance of Egypt and Singapore. With the number (60) in the center, the design is flanked on both sides by the national flags of Egypt and Singapore, symbolising decades of fruitful cooperation, friendship, and deep-rooted bilateral ties that have spanned sixty years.

Product Details and Pricing

In addition to individual stamps, SingPost is releasing a curated range of collectible philatelic products to commemorate this historical milestone:

• First Day Cover (without stamp) – $0.60
  An uncancelled collector’s envelope featuring custom artwork specially designed for the 60th anniversary of Singapore–Egypt bilateral relations.
• Pre-cancelled First Day Cover affixed with stamp – $4.55
  A complete commemorative cover pre-affixed with the $2 stamp and postmarked with a special anniversary date stamp, making it an ideal keepsake for philatelists.
• Presentation Pack – $5.10
  A premium folder housing the $2 commemorative stamp alongside detailed write-ups and visuals tracing the history of diplomatic, economic, and cultural cooperation between Singapore and Egypt.

Availability

This stamp and associated philatelic products are available from 5 November 2026 at the Philatelic Counter in the General Post Office, the Philatelic Store @ Tampines, and online at shop.singpost.com, while stocks last.

About Singapore Post Limited

Singapore Post (SingPost) is the country's leading postal and eCommerce logistics provider. The portfolio of businesses spans international postal services, warehousing, fulfilment and last mile delivery, serving customers in more than 220 global destinations. Headquartered in Singapore, SingPost has approximately 3,000 employees. Since its inception in 1858, SingPost has evolved and innovated to bring about best-in-class integrated logistics solutions and services, making every delivery count for people and planet. www.singpost.com

Media Contacts

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Hong Mei Yu  - hongmeiyu@singpost.com