Culture minister launches Saudi pavilion at Expo 2025
The pavilion, the second largest after Japan's own, highlights the kingdom's rich history, innovation and future.
The Saudi minister expressed his appreciation for Japan's 'excellent organization of Expo 2025, its warm hospitality, and its unwavering cooperation in providing all facilities and support to ensure the success of the Kingdom's pavilion at this international event.'
He highlighted the special relationship between Saudi Arabia and Japan as the two countries celebrate 70 years of bilateral relations and invited guests to visit the pavilion to 'discover the authenticity of our heritage, our ambitious transformations, and our rich culture that is open to the world.'
During the ceremony, the Saudi flag was raised in the presence of Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Japan.
'We are delighted to inaugurate the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, which operates under the slogan 'Discover Saudi Arabia.' Through the pavilion's ambitious design, we highlight the many shared qualities and harmony between the Kingdom and Japan,' he said.
The opening ceremony was also attended by Hamed Fayez, vice minister of culture and chairman of the Executive Committee for the Kingdom's Participation in International Expos, as well as Rakan Al-Touq, assistant minister of culture.
The pavilion offers an immersive experience that sets out the Kingdom's journey under Vision 2030 and highlights cities and villages that reflect its culture and heritage.
• This article also appears on Arab News Japan
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