Hong Kong Stampex 2026 was held from 13 to 15 March 2026 at the 6/F Exhibition Hall, Sheung Wan Civic Centre, Hong Kong. The exhibition featured 30 competitive exhibits and 7 literature entries, with participants from Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, mainland China, Myanmar, and Singapore. The jury awarded 9 Gold, 8 Large Vermeil, 5 Vermeil, and 2 Large Silver medals.
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| Hong Kong Stampex 2026 Logo |
From Myanmar, U Thiha Lwin and U Kyaw Htet Aung participated in the literature class. U Thiha Lwin was awarded a Large Vermeil medal (83 points) for his book Myanmar Postage Stamps, while U Kyaw Htet Aung (Dr Kyaw Si Thu) received a Vermeil medal (77 points) for The Legends of the Philatelic World. In addition, U Toe Kyaw Kyar displayed his 8-frame exhibit British Burma Postal Stationery (1857–1947). The Palmares Dinner was held on 14 March 2026 at North Garden Restaurant, 2/F, 8 New Market Street, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong, where Ko Toe donated a special prize in the form of a traditional Burmese lacquerware plate.
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| Award Medal |
This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the journal of the Hong Kong Philatelic Society. Congratulations to the Society on this significant milestone and its long-standing contribution to philately.
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