Arab Postal Union - 5 piastre

Issued in 1956 as an overprinted stamp honoring the Arab Postal Union, this issue features a globe centered on the Arab world, surrounded by traditional Arabesque ornamentation. The inscription "Union Postale Arabe" appears at the bottom, symbolizing cooperation among the postal administrations of Arab countries. The Arab Postal Union was established to strengthen coordination between Arab postal services, improve mail exchange, and promote communication and cooperation throughout the Arab world.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Syrian Republic highlighted the importance of regional collaboration in postal and communication services. The issue celebrated the role of efficient postal networks in facilitating commerce, cultural exchange, and international understanding, while emphasizing the value of Arab cooperation in modern communications and public services.