RIYADH: Pakistan has officially signed its participation contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh, paving the way for the development of its pavilion, programmes and visitor experiences at the international event.
The agreement marks another step in Pakistan’s preparations for the exhibition and reflects its longstanding ties with Saudi Arabia, as well as nearly seven decades of participation in World Expos, highlighting its commitment to international cooperation and cultural exchange, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported Thursday.
Pakistan’s pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka received a bronze award in recognition of its distinctive design, reflecting the country’s growing presence at international exhibitions.
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As part of the next phase of preparations, Pakistan will develop its pavilion in the Culture District at Expo 2030 Riyadh, where it will showcase the country’s rich heritage, creativity and vision for the future.
The participation contract was signed by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Commissioner General of the Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2030 Riyadh, Ahmad Farooq, and Expo 2030 Riyadh CEO Talal Al-Marri.
“Pakistan’s participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh will provide an excellent platform for showcasing our country’s rich legacy in culture, trade, and tourism,” Ahmad Farooq said.
Pakistan holds vast potential and extensive opportunities in trade and investment, while its close ties with Middle Eastern countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, will further strengthen its relations with brotherly countries. We look forward to working closely with the organisers of Expo 2030 Riyadh to ensure successful and impactful participation, he said.
Al-Marri said: “We welcome the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the growing list of countries that have officially signed their participation contracts for Expo 2030 Riyadh. This reflects the continued progress of participating countries’ preparations as they enter a new phase of developing their pavilions, programs, and visitor experiences for 2030.
“Through its pavilion in the Culture District, Pakistan will offer an experience combining its rich cultural heritage with its vision for the future. Given the deep and enduring ties between our two countries, Pakistan’s participation holds particular significance. We look forward to working closely with its team and seeing the creative contributions that embody Pakistan’s cultural heritage and future aspirations, enriching the global experience Riyadh will host in 2030.”
Preparations for Expo 2030 Riyadh are gathering pace, with more than 185 official participants having confirmed their participation. Countries are moving ahead with plans for their pavilions and programmes, while construction work continues across the six-million-square-metre site, with infrastructure development progressing and key facilities taking shape.
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Held under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow”, Expo 2030 Riyadh will serve as a global platform for countries to showcase their achievements and ambitions, address shared challenges and explore opportunities for the future.
Through its five thematic areas — Technology, Planet, Humanity, Culture and Collaboration — the event will bring together participants and visitors to exchange ideas and perspectives that could shape the coming decades.
