New Headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) - 20 millieme

New Headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) - 20 millieme

Year
1966
Face Value
20
Mint Value
-
Used Value
-
Print Run
100000
Themes
Architecture & Monuments, Medicine & Health

Catalogs References

Michel
LY 215
Yvert & Tellier
LY PA29
Stanley Gibbons
LY 374

Technical Details

Colors
Multicolor
Size
40 x 25 mm
Perforation
10 x 10½
Printing
Offset lithography
Issued in 1966, this stamp commemorates the inauguration of the new headquarters building of the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, Switzerland. Established in 1948 as a specialized agency of the United Nations, the WHO is responsible for coordinating international efforts to improve public health, combat disease, support medical research, and promote healthcare worldwide. The opening of its new headquarters marked an important milestone in the organization's expansion and growing global role.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Kingdom of Libya demonstrated its support for international public health cooperation. The issue highlighted the importance of medical research, disease prevention, and global collaboration in improving health standards, while recognizing the WHO's contribution to advancing human well-being around the world.