Malaysia Stamp & Philately Reference Guide

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South-East Asia (SEA) Games XV Kuala Lumpur


+ Issue Date     : 20/08/1989
+ Classification : Postal Headquarters Postcard (PHQ)
+ Emission       : Commemorative
+ Separations    : Normal Perforations
+ Gum Type       : Gum
+ Shape          : Rectangular

1989 Southeast Asian Games

The 15th Southeast Asian Games were held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 20 August - 31 August 1989. It was officially opened by 9th Yang di-Pertuan Agong, Sultan Azlan Shah. Although Cambodia did not participate, Laos returned to compete for the first time under the new federation name in this edition of the games. A unified Vietnam first participated in the SEA Games in 1989 as well.

Mascot

Johan, the turtle is among the mascots of the 1989 SEAGames.
 

Nations participating :

9

Athletes Participating :

3160 (including officials)

Events :

24 sports

Opening Ceremony :

 20 August 1989

Closing Ceremony :

31 August 1989

Officially Opened By :

Sultan Azlan Shah
9th Yang di-Pertuan Agong

Ceremony Venue :

Stadium Merdeka


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