Brussels, 1 August 2025: In a heartfelt tribute, the Office of Tibet (Bureau du Tibet), Brussels, has released a series of commemorative postal stamps to mark the Year of Compassion, in honour of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday.

The stamps, issued by the Belgian postal service, serve as a symbolic gesture honouring His Holiness’ lifelong dedication to nonviolence, universal responsibility, and the promotion of human values. These stamps will be used in all official and public correspondence throughout the designated Year of Compassion, which runs from 6 July 2025, to 5 July 2026.

The commemorative stamps for destinations within Belgium, Europe and the rest of the world bear the inscription “Year of Compassion – 90th Birthday of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet,” serve as a daily reminder of the values His Holiness has championed for decades.

“By integrating these stamps into everyday communication, the initiative aims to spread the message of compassion far and wide, a tribute in every letter, reinforcing the idea that every act, no matter how small, can contribute to a kinder and more understanding world,” said Representative Rigzin Genkhang.

The release of the stamps is part of a broader global observance of the Year of Compassion, with events planned across continents.

His Holiness the Dalai Lama, born on 6 July 1935, has long been regarded as a beacon of peace and a spiritual leader whose teachings transcend borders and religions. As he enters his 90th year, this tribute not only celebrates his enduring legacy but also invites people from all walks of life to embody compassion in thought, word, and deed.

The Year of Compassion commemorative stamps are available for philatelists and supporters alike at the Office of Tibet Brussels at their face value with no additional cost.