Philippines: Philippines 80-year UN membership

Stamps:

Philippines 80-year UN membership - Issued: 26-06-2025

Malaysia: Flowers of Malaysia

Stamps:

Flowers of Malaysia (full set) - Issued: 30-07-2025

Flowers of Malaysia (mini sheet) - Issued: 30-07-2025

Many thanks to Henry!

Philippines: In Memoriam - Pope Francis (1936-2025)

The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) issued a commemorative stamp on June 5, 2025, to honor Pope Francis (who died in April 2025) and his legacy of faith, compassion, and service. The stamp features a se-tenant design with one side showing his spiritual humility and the other his global advocacy for peace and social justice. PHLPost printed 20,000 copies of this commemorative stamp, along with 1,000 official first day covers which makes them quite rare.

Stamps:

In Memoriam - Pope Francis (1936-2025) - Issued: 05-06-2025

Japan: The 150th Anniversary of Japan Meteorological Agency

In 2025, Japan celebrates the 150th anniversary of its national weather service, founded in 1875. As one of the oldest meteorological institutions in the world, it has played a vital role in disaster preparedness, climate research, and public safety.

To mark the occasion, Japan Post has issued a commemorative stamp honoring the legacy and ongoing importance of weather forecasting in a country shaped by typhoons, earthquakes, and seasonal shifts.

Stamps:

The 150th Anniversary of Japan Meteorological Agency (from a set of 10) - Issued: 28-05-2025

Many thanks Mitsuhiko!

 

Malaysia: Malaysia Chairmanship of ASEAN 2025

Stamps:

Malaysia Chairmanship of ASEAN 2025 (full set) - Issued: 01-01-2025

Stamp:

Malaysia Chairmanship of ASEAN 2025 (Souvenir Sheet) - Issued: 01-01-2025

 

Many thanks to Henry!

Germany: EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries"

Germany’s contribution to the 2025 EUROPA stamp series, released on May 8, celebrates the UNESCO World Heritage “Caves and Ice Age Art in the Swabian Jura.” The miniature sheet features iconic archaeological finds like the Lion Man, the Venus of Hohlfels, and the Mammoth of Vogelherd – one of the world’s oldest known figurative artworks.

 Stamp:

 EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries" - Issued: 08-05-2025

Romania: EUROPA 2025 - "National Archaeological Discoveries"

The theme for the 2025 EUROPA stamps is “National Archaeological Discoveries.” This annual issue, coordinated by PostEurop, invites European postal administrations to showcase significant archaeological finds from their respective countries, celebrating the continent's rich and diverse heritage.

Stamps:

EUROPA 2025  - "National Archaeological Discoveries" - Issued: 29-04-2025

Many thanks Mihnea!

Malaysia: International Women's Day

Every year on March 8th, the world celebrate International Women’s Day, a global occasion to recognize the achievements of women and to advocate for gender equality. The national malaysian theme of this year’s International Women’s Day celebration is "Wanita Beraspirasi, Membina Legasi", which means "Women with aspirations, build legacies".

Stamps:

International Women's Day (full set) - Issued: 08-03-2025

Many thanks Henry for this nice FDC!

Switzerland: Eurovision Song Contest 2025

In May 2025, the Eurovision Song Contest takes to the stage in Basel, returning to its country of birth – the first Eurovision was held on 24 May 1956 in Lugano. The very first winner was Lys Assia, a world-famous singer and actress from the canton of Aargau, who won the first contest for Switzerland with her song “Refrain”.

Many thanks to Hansjürg for this nice Cover mailed from Lugano on the first day of issue!

Stamps:

Eurovision Song Contest 2025 - Issued: 06-03-2025

Pro Patria - Post Signs (from a set of 4) - Issued: 27-05-1981

France: Street Art - "Acrobats + The Juggler"

Stamps:

Street Art - "Acrobats (bloc stamp) + The Juggler" - Issued: 08-03-2025

Many thanks to Eric!

Poland: The 80th Anniversary of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University

Maria Curie-Skłodowska University (MCSU) (Polish: Uniwersytet Marii Curie-Skłodowskiej w Lublinie, UMCS) is a public research university, in Lublin, Poland. It is named in honour of Marie Curie-Sklodowska. The University was founded on October 23, 1944, by the Lublin Committee during the Second World War. Since then, It has expanded to be the largest university in Eastern Poland, with over 12 Faculties in Lublin, and a satellite campus in Puławy. The University has nearly 16,000 students, who study in over 90 disciplines. Out of those 16,000, over 1,600 are international students, who represent almost 45 countries.

Stamp:

The 80th Anniversary of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University - Issued: 21-10-2024

Many thanks to Roman!

China: Yi Si Year (Year of the Snake, 2025)

The Year of the Snake is one of the 12 signs in the Chinese zodiac, and it occurs every 12 years. People born under this sign are often considered wise, intelligent, and mysterious. They are also seen as graceful and sometimes a bit secretive. The Snake is associated with traits like intuition, elegance, and a deep inner strength. In Chinese culture, the Snake is also linked to wealth and good fortune, but it can also represent danger or caution because of its connection to the serpent.

Stamps:

Yi Si Year (Year of the Snake) (full set) - Issued: 05-01-2025

New Year Greetings (full set) - Issued: 05-01-2025

 

Many thanks to Xu Wei!

Japan: The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU)

 

Stamps:

The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) (from a set of 10) - Issued: 09-10-2024

International Letter-Writing Week (from a set of 3) - Issued: 07-10-2024

 

 

 

Many thanks to Masako!

Switzerland: Definitive Stamps - Swiss Railway Stations ("2024 Overprints")

Originally issued in 2016 as part of the new “Swiss railway stations” definitive stamps set the two designs, of Lucerne and Brig railway station were re-issued by Swiss Post with an overprint. Because not all of the stamps were sold and the face values have changed, the remaining stamps were simply lying around in stock. Swiss Post gave the “old” stamps a second chance by overprinting them with the current face values. 

Many thanks to Hansjürg for sending me this nice Cover with one stamp with the Railway Station in Brig from the 2016 Issue and one from the 2024 overprint-issue. Mailed on the first day of Issue from the City of Brig.

Stamps:

Definitive Stamps - Swiss Railway Stations "Brig" - Issued: 08-09-2016

Definitive Stamps - Swiss Railway Stations (Overprint) "Brig" - Issued: 05-09-2024

Coins - Supplementary Stamps (from a set of 3) - Issued: 01-01-2022

Switzerland: Giants of the Ice Age

 

Stamps:

Giants of the Ice Age  - Issued: 07-11-2024

Many thanks to Hansjürg!

Germany: The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU)

 

Stamp:

The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) - Issued: 10-10-2024

 

The cover shown below is a commemorative philatelic cover ("Jubiläumsbrief") issued by Deutsche Post to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). Unlike the common design adopted by many other postal administrations, the stamp issued by Deutsche Post features an own design. As I like the common design much more, it is at least prominently displayed on this cover.

France: Personalities - "Charles Aznavour (1924-2018)"

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of Charles Aznavour’s birth, the French postal service, La Poste, issued a special stamp. This tribute celebrates the legendary singer-songwriter, who is cherished worldwide for his contributions to French and international music. The stamp was unveiled on February 27, 2024, and officially launched during the Paris Philex 2024 in May. To note on this cover a signature of Vietnamese-French artist Hom Nguyen, the designer of this stamp.

 Stamp:

"Personalities" - Charles Aznavour (1924-2018) - Issued: 03-06-2024

Many thanks for this nice Cover Eric!

Vietnam: The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU)

 

Stamps:

4x The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) - Issued: 09-10-2024

Many thanks for this nice FDC Andrei!

Latvia: The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU)

In 2024, the Universal Postal Union (UPU) celebrates its 150th anniversary. On 9 October 1874, 22 countries gathered to sign the Treaty of Bern, creating the General Postal Union, which would later become known as the Universal Postal Union. A century and a half later, the UPU now unites the postal networks of 192 member countries, having realized its founders’ vision of establishing a single postal territory to serve people everywhere. 

Stamp:

The 150th Anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) - Issued: 09-10-2024

Many thanks to Vera!

USA: The Alex Trebek Stamp

Alex Trebek was a beloved Canadian-American television personality best known as the host of the quiz show "Jeopardy!" for 36 years, from 1984 until his death in 2020. The stamp artwork evokes the style of the game in which a provided answer prompts contestants to respond with the corresponding question. 

Stamps:

2x The Alex Trebek Stamp  - Issued: 22-07-2024

Many thanks to Michael!