Fragile Forest and the 25th Anniversary of the Singapore Zoological Gardens 5.6.1998

The above set of stamps was launched on the 5th June 1998 in conjunction with the launch of the Fragile Forest and the 25th Anniversary of the Singapore Zoological Gardens. The Fragile Forest is a new ecological display in the Singapore Zoological Gardens, based on the various rainforest ecosystems. The display is primarily on invertebrates but will also include small mammals, birds, fish and reptiles. The 10 animals featured on the stamps are: Rhino Beetle, Surinam Horned Frog, Atlas Moth, Green Iguana, Giant Scorpion, Hissing Cockroach, Two-toed Sloth, Archer Fish, Cobalt Blue Tarantula and Greater Mouse deer.
Originally intended as an exclusively invertebrate exhibit, Fragile Forest has metamorphosed into an ecological experience bringing together plants and animals; both vertebrates and invertebrates, with a major emphasis on the latter. Some of the main ecosystems showcased include tropical rainforest, coral reef as well as mangrove habitats. With the setting up of Fragile Forest, it is hoped that guests will have an increased awareness and appreciation of the remarkably diverse and delicate relationships existing in an ecosystem.

Joint issue by China and Singapore - City Outlook 9.10.1996

On 9^th October 1996, Singapore and China jointly released a set of stamps featuring similar designs on Suzhou’s Panmen area and the Singapore skyline and warterfront.

Chinese artist, Jiang Zhi Nan of the Central Academy of Arts and Design, painted the two beautiful scenes in watercolour. In spite of the obvious physical differences between  Singapore and Suzhou, Zhi Nan used his skill and creativity to produce two beautifully executed and complimentary paintings.

These two covers were specially produced to commemorate the joint release of the two sets of stamps by Singapore and China. The two matching sets of stamps and special cancellations, together with the signatures of the artist and the graphic designer, make these covers a special memento of the two countries’ collaboration in this issue.

Meet in Singapore 1995 11.1.1995

Formed in 1974, the Singapore Convention Bureau began the promotion of Singapore as a convention destination. A campaign was initiated in August 1992 to re-position Singapore at a higher plane of sophistication in terms of facilities and expertise.

The Meet in Singapore 1995 campaign was launched to promote 21 years of infrastructure development and professionalism and to raise awareness of Singapore as a convention destination.

1995 would also symbolise the coming of age of the convention industry and the opening of Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre at Suntec City would cap the completion of a series of facilities that marked various milestones of the development of the industry.

The four special postage stamps on the FDC and brief details are as under:

20 cent stamp Exhibition Centre at SUNTEC City. The Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre at Suntec City is the first purpose-built facility in Singapore.

75 cent stamp SUNTEC City – The business Capital of Asia. Suntec City is the single largest privately owned commercial project in Singapore.

$1 stamp SUNTEC City – Temasek Boulevard View. Suntec City stretches across a considerable span of Temasek Boulevard. The grand entrance of the Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre.

$2 stamp SUNTEC City – Fountain Terrace. The Fountain Terrace is the heart and civic core of Suntec City.

175th anniversary of modern Singapore 31.8.1994

The four stamps in the miniature sheet affixed to the first day cover, were issued in celebration of the 175^th Anniversary of Modern Singapore, on 21.3.1994.

The founding of modern Singapore in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles paved the way for Singapore to become a modern port and established its status as a gateway between the Western and Eastern markets. This was distinct from its earlier probable use as a port in ancient times during the dominance of Srivijaya, and later, Melaka in the region. This was because previously, the main markets were India and China. However, with the founding of modern Singapore, Europe, and to an extent the United States, had now become sources of trade as well.

The set of stamps celebrates the spectacular achievements Singapore has made. The 20 cent stamp depicts progress in the field of education; the 50 cent stamp shows the transformation in the modes of transportation; the 75 cent stamp features Singapore’s development from a humble trading post into the world’s busiest port, and the $1 stamp depicts Singapore’s transformation into a modern metropolis and a prosperous nation. A nation the citizens can be truly proud off.

25 Years of Operationally Ready National Service 1.7.1994

The 25 Years of Operationally Ready National Service commemorative stamps issue is a tribute to all NSmen who commit themselves to protecting the interests, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Singapore. The peace and stability Singaporeans enjoy today has largely been achieved through the dedication and commitment of all NSmen.

The concept in all four stamps shows the transformation of an NSman in his civilian role to his military role as an Operationally Ready National Servicemen.  He responds to the nation's call at a moment's notice when mobilised.  The visual unifier used in all four stamps is the "mobilisation man" showing a soldier in a ready pose with an M-16 rifle in hand.  The M-16 is the standard weapon used by Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) soldiers. To show the linkage between the NSman and his contribution to society, four different backgrounds showing different aspects of Singapore are used; the National Day Parade, a beach scene, a residential housing estate and the Singapore skyline.

Depicted on the 20 cents stamp is a civilian taking his pledge to the nation with the National Day Parade in the background and his transformation to an Operationally Ready NSman in the field firing a MILAN anti-tank gun.

The 30 cents stamp shows an NSman at the beach with his family and his transformation to an Operationally Ready NSman on a patrol mission  He is depicted in green camouflage uniform carrying the M-16, the standard weapon used by the SAF.

Featured in the 35 cents stamp is an NSman relaxing at home with a housing estate in the background.  The transformation shows him in a field environment firing a General Purpose Machine Gun.

The 75 cents stamp shows an NSman at his workplace with the Singapore skyline in the background and his transformation to an NSman in a field environment.  It shows an NS commander leading a mission while peering through a pair of binoculars with map in hand.

Greetings Stamps 10.2.1993

A nice thought indeed by the Singapore Postal Authorities in issuing these six very expressive se-tennant stamps depicting these wonderful greetings and good wishes which are so important in human interaction with each other. The stamps were issued on 10.2.1993. The stamps have been cancelled by a very nice postmark indeed.

XXVth Olympic Games 24.4.1992

No other world event can surpass the Olympic Games in significance. These stamps on the cover and the cover itself, marks the XXVth Olympic Games which were held in Barcelona, Spain from 25^th July to 9^th August 1992, and coincided with GRANADA ’92, a world stamp exhibition held in Spain just before the Games. The six stamps depict the Olympic sports popular in Singapore. The sports featured are: football (20c), athletics (35c), swimming (50c), basketball (75c), tennis ($1) and yachting ($2).