Universal Postal Union 125th Anniversary

China, People's Republic · 1999 · 80f

This stamp commemorates the 125th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU). The design features the word 'Postage' written in various languages and scripts, symbolizing the UPU's mission of international postal cooperation. The languages surround a central globe motif, reinforcing the global nature of the postal service.

Issued in 1999, this stamp celebrates the long-standing international agreement that standardized postal services and rates across member nations, facilitating global communication since its founding in 1874.