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Saudi Gazette
13 hours ago
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- Saudi Gazette
Expo 2030 Riyadh registration dossier receives final BIE approval in Paris
PARIS — The Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) General Assembly in Paris has granted final approval to Expo 2030 Riyadh's Registration Dossier, officially confirming Saudi Arabia as the host country for the global event. During the ceremony on Tuesday, the BIE also handed over the World Expo flag to the Kingdom's delegation. Led by Minister of State and Acting CEO of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), Eng. Ibrahim Al-Sultan, the Saudi delegation included Ambassador Fahd Al-Ruwaili and senior officials. The dossier outlines Saudi Arabia's strategic vision to deliver a transformative World Expo aligned with its national goals and global aspirations. 'The approval of the Registration Dossier in record time highlights the Kingdom's leadership on the global stage and underscores the world's confidence in Saudi Arabia's vision and capabilities,' said Al-Sultan. 'It also reflects the professionalism of the teams involved and marks a significant milestone in our journey to deliver an exceptional and unprecedented edition of the World Expo, in line with Vision 2030.'Saudi Arabia achieved the fastest completion and submission of a Registration Dossier in BIE history — nearly in half the time typically required — unlocking the next phase of formal preparations. This includes extending official invitations to participating nations via diplomatic 2030 Riyadh, scheduled from October 1, 2030, to March 31, 2031, will take place on a 6 million square meter site designed to host over 40 million participation from more than 195 countries expected, the site will offer cutting-edge infrastructure, world-class hospitality, and immersive experiences for global approval reflects the Kingdom's readiness and strategic planning, backed by unwavering leadership 2030 Riyadh aims to be a landmark event that inspires innovation, promotes collaboration, and leaves a lasting legacy for future generations. — SG
Arab News
08-03-2025
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- Arab News
Saudi Arabia submits Expo 2030 registration dossier
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has submitted an official registration dossier to host World Expo 2030 Riyadh to the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE). Saudi ambassador to France Fahd bin Mayouf Al-Ruwaili presented the document to the Secretary General of BIE Dimitri Kerkentzes, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday. Kerkentzes, who praised the clear organizational vision around Expo 2030 Riyadh, said the plan 'reflects the Kingdom's dedication and the significant efforts it is exerting to prepare for this global event and closely cooperate with BIE to ensure its success'. Saudi Arabia was announced as the winning bid to host expo at a BIE event in November 2023, after a secret ballot process gave the Kingdom 119 of the 165 votes available, breezing past South Korea and Italy. The submission represents the actual start of event preparations. It includes a comprehensive plan detailing all of the event's organizational, operational and procedural aspects, along with the scheduled operational dates, the SPA said. It also goes over the legislative, regulatory, and financial measures, as well as the Expo site master plan, the conditions for international participation, and plans for utilizing the exhibition's legacy, the SPA said. The document will be reviewed by BIE and its members ahead of its official adoption at the organizations general assembly. The Kingdom will then be able to begin with the practical preparations and extend official invitations for international participation through the proper diplomatic channels, according to SPA.
Saudi Gazette
19-02-2025
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- Saudi Gazette
BIE and Saudi officials review progress on finalizing Registration Dossier for Expo 2030 Riyadh
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), Dimitri Kerkentzes, conducted a technical visit to Riyadh to assess Saudi Arabia's preparations for World Expo 2030, a little over a year after the Kingdom was elected as the host a series of technical meetings, the BIE delegation and Saudi officials discussed the framework and strategic direction for Expo 2030 Riyadh, focusing on finalizing the Registration Dossier—a comprehensive implementation plan that outlines operational dates, legislative and financial measures, the Expo site Master Plan, conditions for international participation, and legacy the dossier is submitted to the BIE and reviewed by the organization's Secretariat and Member States, the General Assembly of the BIE will formally register Expo 2030 Riyadh. This registration will allow Saudi Arabia to begin extending official invitations to international participants and ramp up its BIE delegation met with key officials involved in the Expo 2030 project, including Minister of Economy and Planning Faisal Alibrahim, Minister of State and CEO of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) Eng. Ibrahim Al-Sultan, and Secretary of the Expo Higher Committee Mohammed commended Saudi Arabia's progress since being elected as the World Expo 2030 host, stating: "With meticulous coordination at the highest levels, Expo 2030 Riyadh is set to be a remarkable opportunity for the world to discover Saudi Arabia and for Saudi Arabia to welcome the world."Saudi Arabia secured the right to host World Expo 2030 during the 173rd General Assembly of the BIE in November 2023. Under the theme "Foresight for Tomorrow," the Expo aims to welcome over 200 countries and international organizations between October 1, 2030, and March 31, Expos, officially known as International Registered Exhibitions, are global events held every five years that address major contemporary challenges through immersive experiences, country pavilions, and large-scale international collaboration. The most recent World Expo, Expo 2020 Dubai, hosted under the theme "Connecting Minds, Creating the Future," attracted over 24 million visitors. The upcoming Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai will take place from April 13 to October 13, 2025, under the theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives."
