The original seminar was given in 2016, now translated into Chinese

This WSE was held from 25 – 28 May 2023 at Messe, Essen – a gigantic state of the art exhibition complex next to Gruga Park. There were a total of 809 exhibits. 64 Large Gold medals and 196 Gold medals were awarded. Palmares was held on the 27 May at the exhibition centre banquet…

Commission meeting on 28 May 2023 in Messe, Essen IBRA Minutes and seminar just uploaded (photos courtesy of Prof. P.C. Shaw)

Just added to website:- 2022 members’ activity report for 2022 IBRA commission meeting 28 May 2023 agenda exhibiting guide for novice and youth exhibitors in traditional philately class

Thanks to the efficiency of the organiser, please note that the IBRA official website has been updated. Activities, meetings, program, exhibit list and jury list posted. It will be updated from time to time, please pay a visit. www.Ibra2023.de Vielen dank        

There will be a Traditional Philately Commission meeting for delegates on Sunday, 28 May, 3 to 5 p.m. in room D/E at the exhibition venue. The meeting will be followed by a Traditional Philately Class qualifying judging seminar conducted by Bureau members. Jurors, exhibitors and all those interested in this exhibiting class are welcome.

New delegate appointed, list of delegate updated

Mr. Kurt Kimmel RDP will resign as delegate of the Traditional Philately Commission after 17 March 2023. The Swiss Federation has therefore appointed Mr. Fritz Aebi as delegate. We would like to thank Mr. Kimmel for his contributions to the commission in the past. Happy retirement Kurt.

There will be a Traditional Philately Commission meeting cum Qualifying Seminar for Judges at IBRA World Stamp Exhibition, Essen in May 2023. Exact date and venue TBA.

New delegates appointed by Bangladash, Vietnam and U.A.E. Federation.