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Port Latakia - 10 piastre

Issued in the 1950s as part of Syria’s definitive and airmail series depicting important national landmarks and infrastructure, this stamp commemorates the Port of Latakia, Syria’s principal seaport on the Mediterranean coast. Latakia has long served as one of the country's most important gateways for international trade, linking Syria with markets throughout the Mediterranean, Europe, and beyond. Its strategic location contributed significantly to the movement of goods, commerce, and maritime connections. By featuring the Port of Latakia, the Syrian Republic highlighted the importance of maritime trade and modern transportation infrastructure to national development. The issue celebrated the role of the port in supporting economic growth and international commerce, while emphasizing Syria’s longstanding connections with the Mediterranean world and its position as a crossroads of regional trade and communication.