Issued by Netherlands New Guinea in 1961, this 25-cent stamp commemorates the establishment of the Nieuw-Guinea Raad (New Guinea Council), an important step toward local self-governance under Dutch administration. The design depicts the modern council building symbolizing political development and administrative progress in the territory. Released during the final phase of Dutch rule before transfer to Indonesia, the issue holds strong historical and colonial significance. A notable architectural and political thematic collectible from late colonial Oceania.