World Telecommunications Day, 17 May 1971 - 10 piastre

This stamp commemorates World Telecommunications Day, observed annually on 17 May under the auspices of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). The event was established to highlight the importance of telecommunications in connecting people, facilitating international communication, and supporting economic and social development. The telecommunications symbol featured on the stamp reflects the rapid advances in global communications technology that were transforming the world during the late twentieth century.

By issuing this stamp, Saudi Arabia recognized the growing importance of modern communications in national development and international cooperation. The issue celebrates technological progress in telecommunications and emphasizes the role of communication networks in promoting global connectivity, improving the exchange of information, and strengthening relations among nations.