State Gifts
View up close some of the State Gifts in the Istana's collection
Last updated 11 March 2026
How do countries show care and respect for one another? One way is through the exchange of thoughtful gifts between world leaders.
The tradition of exchanging gifts among foreign leaders has been a longstanding practice in international diplomacy. These gifts, often presented during state visits and courtesy calls, play a significant role in strengthening diplomatic relations between nations.
Throughout Singapore's history, its leaders, including presidents and prime ministers, have exchanged numerous gifts. The Istana currently houses over 1,000 state gifts, including some dating back to before the nation's independence.
Explore the collection of gifts that Singapore has received from other nations below!
Red-gold Cloisonné Vase
Country: The People's Republic of China
Silver Ankh Sculpture
Country: The Arab Republic of Egypt
Traditional Wooden Sculptures
Country: The Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste
Umpok Bulat Kecil Silver Container
Country: Brunei Darussalam
Bunji Artwork
Country: The Commonwealth of Australia
Liyelaa Jehun Spindle Vase
Country: The Republic of Maldives
Ornamental Gong
Country: The Republic of Indonesia
Bejewelled Silver Kris
Country: The Republic of Indonesia
Bleu de Sèvres Porcelain Vase
Country: The French Republic
Sen Ngoc Bich Porcelain Tea Set
Country: The Socialist Republic of Vietnam
Mansfeld View in Lithograph
Country: The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Nguzu Nguzu War Canoe Prow Figurehead
Country: Solomon Islands
Walnut-carved Ornamental Box
Country: The Republic of India
Papier Mâché Elephant Sculpture
Country: The Republic of India
Khan Ngeune Silver Bowl
Country: Lao People's Democratic Republic
Bronze-cast Tablet
Country: Vatican City State
Toikka Blow-glass Bird Sculpture
Country: The Republic of Finland
Angkor Wat Silver Repoussé Plate
Country: The Kingdom of Cambodia
Pen Shell Inlay Jewellery Box
Country: The Republic of the Philippines
Qos Qyran Ceremonial Bowl
Country: The Republic of Kazakhstan
Midlah & Fanageen Coffee Set
Country: The Sultanate of Oman
Benjarong Tea Set
Country: The Kingdom of Thailand
Crystal Huma Bird Sculpture
Country: The Republic of Uzbekistan
Hand-blown Ornamental Glass Vases
Country: The United States of America
Schreitende Lowin Lioness Sculpture
Country: The Federal Republic of Germany
Arabic Calligraphy Sculpture
Country: The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Cloisonné Floral Vessel
Country: The People's Republic of China
Crystal Mosque Replica
Country: United Arab Emirates
Royal Delft Blue Tulip Plate
Country: The Kingdom of the Netherlands
Khaen Musical Instrument
Country: The Lao People's Democratic Republic
Waka Huia (Feather Box)
Country: New Zealand
Tepak Sirih Silver Ornamental Container
Country: Malaysia
Bayanihan Sculpture
Country: The Republic of the Philippines
Silver Jaded Vase
Country: The Republic of the Union of Myanmar
Crystal Floral Bowl
Country: The United States of America
Golden Chalice
Country: The Russian Federation
Gilded Benjarong Vases
Country: The Kingdom of Thailand
Jambiya Dagger
Country: The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Old Kuwait City Replica in Glass
Country: The State of Kuwait
Silver Goblets Pair
Country: The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Serpentine Bear Sculpture
Country: Canada
Silla Ceremonial Crown
Country: The Republic of Korea
Tanoa Ceremonial Bowl
Country: The Republic of Fiji
Elephant in Black Lacquer & Mother-of-Pearl
Country: The Socialist Republic of Vietnam
Bronze Warrior Sculpture
Country: The Republic of South Africa
Miniature Silver Horse Cart
Country: The Republic of Malta
Silver Tea Set
Country: Malaysia
Khmer Silver Offering Bowl
Country: The Kingdom of Cambodia
Silver Cigarette Box
Country: Brunei Darussalam