International Cooperation Year (1965) – Lyndon B. Johnson and Sheikh Saqr of Ras Al Khaima
This stamp forms part of the International Cooperation Year 1965 series and features Lyndon B. Johnson, President of the United States, together with Sheikh Saqr bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, ruler of Ras Al Khaima. The handshake symbol prominently displayed on the stamp represents friendship, cooperation, and the strengthening of international ties. The issue reflects the spirit of global collaboration promoted by the United Nations during the mid-1960s.
By issuing this stamp, Ras Al Khaima expressed support for the principles of peaceful cooperation and international understanding. The issue emphasizes the importance of dialogue and partnership among nations in addressing common challenges and advancing economic, social, and cultural development, while celebrating the values of mutual respect and global friendship.