State Gifts
View up close some of the State Gifts in the Istana's collection
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
