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Observer
06-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
Sayyid Theyazin inaugurates Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
MUSCAT: HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, inaugurated on Sunday the Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan. The pavilion will host 33 events from April 6 to October 13. Sayyid Theyazin commended the dedicated efforts made to build this pavilion, and thanked everyone who contributed to the realization of this vision, which reflects the Sultanate of Oman, its people, and its land. He emphasized the importance of the Sultanate of Oman's participation in this global event, which is evident in its cultural role, which has always been a link between the world's different parts, and in its contribution to promoting the values of international understanding and cooperation. "Our presence here at Expo 2025 affirms our commitment to sharing our vision and experiences with the world in facing global challenges and working together for a better future." The Sultanate of Oman's Ambassador to Japan, "Expo 2025 Osaka will be an opportunity to highlight investment opportunities, as the volume of trade exchange between the Sultanate of Oman and Japan is constantly on the rise, having jumped by about 7 percent last year." The Omani pavilion, which is themed 'Extended Connections,' draws its design inspiration from the natural and environmental diversity and diverse terrain of the Sultanate of Oman. It reflects the Omani people's adaptation to their environment, focusing on three essential elements... land, water and people. It is one of the outcomes of the Belarab bin Haitham Award for Architectural Design. The most prominent six features for the Sultanate of Oman's participation in Expo 2025 Osaka are communication and interaction, tourism, investment opportunities, cultural identity, international relations, and partnerships, as the axes focus on achieving strategic goals that are in line with Oman Vision 2040. Participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, represents an important opportunity to enhance cultural and technological exchange with countries around the world, highlight the cultural and economic progress of the Sultanate of Oman, and preserve Oman's cultural identity and highlight its rich history. Visitors will be able to interact with a wide range of new content from various participating entities using extended reality and artificial intelligence technologies.


Observer
05-04-2025
- Business
- Observer
Sayyid Theyazin to open Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
MUSCAT: HH Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, will inaugurate on Sunday the Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan. The pavilion will include more than 33 events from April 6 to October 13. The Omani pavilion, which is themed 'Extended Connections,' draws its design inspiration from the natural and environmental diversity and diverse terrain of the Sultanate of Oman. It reflects the Omani people's adaptation to their environment, focusing on three essential elements... land, water and people. It is one of the outcomes of the Belarab bin Haitham Award for Architectural Design. The most prominent 6 axes for the Sultanate of Oman's participation in Expo 2025 Osaka are communication and interaction, tourism, investment opportunities, cultural identity, international relations and partnerships, as the axes focus on achieving strategic goals that are in line with Oman Vision 2040. Participation in Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, represents an important opportunity to enhance cultural and technological exchange with countries around the world, highlight the cultural and economic progress of the Sultanate of Oman, and preserve Oman's cultural identity and highlight its rich history. Visitors will be able to interact with a wide range of new content from various participating entities using extended reality and artificial intelligence technologies. — ONA


Muscat Daily
05-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
Sayyid Theyazin to unveil Oman pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka
Muscat – H H Sayyid Theyazin bin Haitham al Said, Minister of Culture, Sports and Youth, will inaugurate the Sultanate of Oman's pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on Sunday. The pavilion will host over 33 events between April 6 and October 13, marking Oman's latest international showcase. Titled 'Extended Connections', the pavilion's concept is inspired by Oman's geographical and environmental diversity. It reflects the historical adaptation of the Omani people to their landscape through the interlinked elements of land, water, and people. The design was selected through the Belarab bin Haitham Award for Architectural Design. H H Sayyid Theyazin al Said-Osaka Oman's participation in Expo 2025 is centred around six key themes: Communication and interaction, tourism, investment opportunities, cultural identity, international relations, and partnerships. These focus areas align with the country's long-term development strategies under Oman Vision 2040. 'Participation in Expo 2025 Osaka offers an important platform to promote cultural and technological exchange with other nations,' the organisers said. It aims to highlight Oman's economic and social development while preserving and promoting its cultural heritage. The pavilion will offer visitors a highly interactive experience, incorporating extended reality and artificial intelligence tools across its content. A dedicated digital platform will include ten main features: The Visual Exhibition, Virtual Theatre, Audio Arts Exhibition, Made in Oman showcase, Discover Oman section, Omani Technology Companies Centre, Virtual Innovation Centre, SME Exhibition, Virtual Education Opportunities Exhibition, and a Humanitarian Diplomacy Portal. The Expo in Osaka is expected to attract global attention, with Oman's participation reflecting its ongoing efforts to strengthen international presence and partnerships through cultural diplomacy and technological innovation.