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Brief History – Emirates Philatelic Association:

The Emirates Philatelic Association (EPA) was established according to Ministerial Decree No. 372 on June 24, 1996. Since then, the Association has tried to continue the success achieved by Philately in the UAE.

Objectives of the Association:

The EPA established to achieve the following aims and objectives:

Encourage and develop the promotion of philately using all legal ways and means of promotion.
Bring together Philatelists in the UAE with the objective to exchange ideas and stamps.
Hold symposia and exhibitions on philately in co-operation with the authorized departments.
Encourage Philatelic groups in Schools, Institutes, Universities and any institutions in the country.
Publish magazines and publications on stamp collecting and promote them within and outside the country in co-operation with the authorized departments according to rules and regulations, after obtaining permission of the Ministry of Culture and Information.
Co-operate with Arab and International Philatelic Associations and clubs after obtaining permission of the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs and other competent departments in the country.
Provide a library for members to study and understand the culture.
Promote social and cultural activities and encourage other hobbies for members.