DUBAI 2026 FIP Specialised World Stamp Exhibition had been successfully held by the Emirates Philatelic Association from 4 – 8 February 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, UAE. It is the first world exhibition celebrating the Centenary of FIP in 2026.
More than 2,000 frames were judged and there a total of 101 Gold and 44 Large gold medals awarded by the international jury team.
The Palmares was held on Saturday 7 February evening attended by hundreds of guests and award winners at the Al Multaqua Ballroom.
As the only candidate for the Grand Prix National prize, Mr Abdulla Khoory received the GPN award from FIP Honorary President Mr Tay Peng Hian for his exhibit “Abu Dhabi: From Trucial States to U.A.E.”.
Finally, there were three Grand Prix International candidates voted by the international jury team.
The WSC winner went to Tarık Alireza (Turkey) for his exhibit “Forerunners of Saudi Arabia (1916-1925): Postage stamps of the Kingdom of Hijaz, the Sultanate of Najd and the Kingdom of Hijaz & Najd (Prev: Kingdom of Hejaz 1916-1925)”.
Congratulates to all exhibitors!
FIP truly appreciates Members that take the initiative to host FIP World Stamp Exhibitions for the good of worldwide philately.