inauguration of the Dammam-Jeddah Highway - 2 piastre

Issued in 1967, this stamp commemorates the inauguration of the Dammam-Jeddah Highway, a major transportation project linking the eastern and western regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The highway connected Dammam, the principal city of the Eastern Province and center of the oil industry, with Jeddah, the Kingdom's main Red Sea port and gateway to the holy cities of Mecca and Medina. The completion of this road represented a significant achievement in national infrastructure and helped improve the movement of people, goods, and services across the country.

By issuing this commemorative stamp, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia highlighted its commitment to modernization and economic development through the expansion of transportation networks. The issue celebrated an important milestone in the country's infrastructure program, emphasizing the role of modern highways in strengthening national unity, facilitating commerce, supporting regional development, and improving communications between different parts of the Kingdom.