The Saudi Post (SPL) has released a commemorative stamp to mark this year's World Post Day, which is celebrated annually on October 9. This date coincides with the anniversary of the establishment of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874 in Switzerland. This year's celebration is themed "150 Years of Enabling Communication and Empowering Peoples Across Nations," highlighting the UPU's long-term achievements and reaffirming its role in continuing to serve communities globally in the coming decades. The stamps underscore the UPU's importance in enhancing global communication and raising awareness of the postal sector's vital role in the daily lives of individuals and businesses worldwide. They also reflect national events and international occasions, with each commemorative stamp crafted to celebrate a notable moment in Saudi history. Saudi postage stamps feature a security element designed to prevent counterfeiting. This makes them easily distinguishable from forged stamps while protecting the instituti on's rights and intellectual property. Source: Saudi Press Agency