Established 1865, International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is one of the organizations with long history and specialized agency of United Nations in Information and Communication Technology (ICT). There are 193 member countries, headquarter in Geneva, Switzerland, and 12 regional offices worldwide. Core objectives are to develop information technology and communication network, facilitate radio frequency, and satellite orbit. Moreover, ITU is responsible for setting standards of worldwide telecommunication to ensure efficient and complete access of users.
Thailand has been member of ITU since April 20, 1883. The graphic design used for this commemorative stamp set represents modern telecommunication with symbol of 150th anniversary of ITU, combining with Thai identity in the world community. These stamp sets will be available for sales on May 17, 2015, which is the 150th anniversary of MOU signing of international telegraph in Paris, France, the beginning of International Telegraph Union that later become ITU. The date also marks the importance of Global Telecommunication and ICT Day.
Date of Issue: 17 May 2015
Denonmination: 3,00 Baht
Quantity: 500,000 pieces
Size: 48 x 30 mm ( Horizontal-measured from perforation to perforation)
Printing Process: Lithography
Colour: Multi-colour
Sheet Composition: 10 stamps per sheet
First Day Cover: 10,00 Baht
Designer: Mr. Thaneth Ponchaiwong (Thailand Post Company Limited)
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