Malaysia 2015 Chairman ASEAN

Fouty eight  years ago, South East Asia nations joined hands to form an association that would help bring about a region of peace, freedom and prosperity for their peoples.  Today, in 2015, ASEAN is the 7^th largest economy in the world, and 3^rd largest in Asia. 

It is Malaysia’s 4^th Chairmanship of ASEAN since the inception of  ASEAN.    The stamp issue is to commemorate the historic event.

60sen WARGA KITA

The handshake symbolizes the strength of the relationship between the ASEAN member countries.  The friendship that exist among ASEAN members of various races, religions and cultures is the core strength and pride of ASEAN.  Elements of the diversity is mirrored by the characters that represent the 10 member countries of ASEAN wearing their respective traditional costume and saying ‘welcome’ in their respective language.

80sen KOMUNITI KITA

The vertical hands symbolizes the spirit of the ASEAN agreement in realizing the ASEAN community.  Each ASEAN member country plays an important role in the effort to maintain harmony and stability in the region.  Regional cooperation covers three main pillars : political-security, economic and socio-culture.

RM1.20 VISI KITA

The hand cupping the land and tree surrounded by clouds symbolize the vision and aspirations of ASEAN member countries.  10 leaves are likened to how the 10 ASEAN countries mutually cooperate with each other to form the ASEAN region that is prosperous, competitive and respected by the international community.

 

Technical Details

Stamps

Value: 60sen, 80sen & RM1.20

Stamp size: 30mm x 50mm

Sheet Content: 20 stamps

Paper: SPM Watermarked, Phosphor Coated

Printing Process: Litography

Perforation: 14

Stamp Designer: Hazel Design Sdn Bhd

Printer: Percetakan Keselamatan Nasional Sdn Bhd

Date of Issue:

27.01.2015