
09/04/2025
Multinational Inscription of the kebaya on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
Date of Issue: 4 April 2025
This commemorative stamp issue celebrates the multinational inscription of the kebaya on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. Worn by women across Southeast Asia, the kebaya is a garment that reflects the shared heritage of the five nominating countries. Women from diverse backgrounds and all ages wear the kebaya to honor their traditions and identity. This set of stamps features four styles commonly seen in Singapore: the kebaya panjang, kebaya sulam, kebaya kotabaru, and the kebaya pendek.