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Mid East Info
23-05-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
From Expo 2020 Dubai to Expo 2025 Osaka, Dubai's legacy continues - Middle East Business News and Information
Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority, headed a delegation from Expo City Dubai on a visit to Expo 2025 Osaka aimed at building on the success of the initiatives and programmes launched at the World Expo in Dubai. The two-day trip included a visit to the UAE Pavilion, where Her Excellency met volunteers and the pavilion team, as well as meetings with representatives of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) – the World Expo governing body. Under the theme 'Earth to Ether', the UAE Pavilion offers an immersive multisensory journey that showcases the UAE's leadership in space exploration, sustainable innovation and human-centered healthcare. It has proved popular among visitors, welcoming more than 250,000 visitors in the first two weeks of the Expo alone. Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy said: 'As the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka invites visitors on a journey from 'Earth to Ether,' it echoes the spirit of Expo 2020 Dubai, celebrating our nation's incredible transformation and highlighting our bold vision for collective progress. It was an honour to meet the pavilion team, volunteers and visitors, and I congratulate everyone involved in this grand spectacle of hope and ingenuity.' Her Excellency also gave a keynote address at the inauguration of the Expo 2025's Women's Pavilion – an inspiring opening ceremony that drew from, and built upon, the legacy of the Women's Pavilion at Expo 2020. The Osaka Women's Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier honours the past – retaining the manifesto of 'when women thrive, humanity thrives' from Expo 2020 and repurposing the façade from the Japan Pavilion in Dubai – and delves into the critical intersections of planet, business and technology, education, and policy, as well as arts and culture. The physical and thematic connection between the two World Expos is unprecedented, underscoring the global imperative to work together for a better and more equal future Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy said: 'At Expo 2020 Dubai, the creation of the Women's Pavilion was a defining moment – a statement of intent, declaring that women's contributions are a vital force shaping humanity's path forward and a platform for all to be a part of that journey. Here in Japan, we see a bold evolution of what began in Dubai, embodying both continuity and innovation. The Women's Pavilion in Osaka continues the purposeful collaboration to ensure the legacy of Expo 2020 lives on, and that new global commitments and coalitions will endure well into the future.' Expo 2020 Dubai was the first World Expo since the 1900s to have a standalone pavilion dedicated to women and the integral role they play in society. Reflecting the weight placed on gender equality and women's empowerment, its legacy city, Expo City Dubai, retained the Women's Pavilion, which continues to serve as a hub for dialogue, innovation and collaboration. [Image 1:] Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority and His Excellency Shihab AlFaheem, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Arab Emirates to Japan and Commissioner General of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka with UAE Pavilion staff and the Expo City Dubai delegation. [Image 2:] Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority gives a keynote address at the inauguration of the Women's Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.
Zawya
10-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Cities in Action Forum concludes with new partnerships
DUBAI – The second edition of Expo City Dubai's Cities in Action Forum has concluded with the launch of new partnerships and programmes that will catalyse action around the future of urban development ahead of the Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors' Forum taking place from 27-29 October 2025. The Cities in Action Forum brought together more than 500 thought leaders, investors, innovators and decision-makers from the public and private sector for a series of keynote speeches, workshops and discussions to explore the challenges and opportunities around the future of urban living in the region. Across two days, delegates were also able to learn more about Expo City as an exemplar of innovative, sustainable urban development and discover the exceptional opportunities it offers investors and innovators. Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of International Cooperation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority, said: 'Expo City Dubai was built to be a city that fosters collaboration, drives economic growth and serves as a model for sustainable urban development. From Expo 2020 Dubai to COP28, we have proven that cities can be platforms for action, bringing decision-makers together to tackle global challenges, pioneering regenerative urban spaces and integrating creativity, play and wellbeing into our everyday lives. 'In October this year we will continue this journey as we host the Asia Pacific Cities Summit and Mayors' Forum. We will continue to lend our own experiences and ambitions to the acceleration of real-world progress towards world-wide goals. In so doing we will not just be contributing to the global conversation, but once more setting the global agenda.' A catalyst for knowledge-sharing and impact The forum included the launch of the Expo City Dubai Urban Framework, an innovative platform for cities around the world to benchmark themselves against 30-plus international standards, as well as Expo City's own values-led urban metrics across critical areas including social value creation, SME-integration, innovation and international cooperation. Taking learnings from Expo City's experience in building a city that balances human needs with environmental stewardship, the framework also aggregates metrics from existing international performance indices, enabling cities to conduct their own 'health check', the results of which can lead to tangible action for improvement and inform strategic planning and investment decisions. A milestone moment for the future of cities The Cities in Action Forum also marked the official opening of registrations for the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit (2025APCS) & Mayors' Forum, an initiative of Brisbane City Council, which is taking place in the Middle East for the first time in the event's 30-year history. 2025APCS is set to attract hundreds of mayors and city leaders and more than 1,000 executives, entrepreneurs, industry experts and young professionals. Designed and delivered by Expo City Dubai, the event is the latest milestone in its journey to shape the future of cities while powering economic growth and deeper collaboration across sectors worldwide. In parallel to 2025APCS, Expo City will also host the Sustainable Destinations Summit 2025, organised by Green Destinations, which aims to advance sustainable tourism strategies and collaboration among city and regional leaders. A platform for partnerships A number of partnerships came to fruition at the Cities in Action Forum, with Dubai Chambers and Emicool signing agreements with Expo City Dubai to become Major Partner and Partner of 2025APCS respectively. AIM Congress, UN Habitat, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry - Dubai Branch (FICCI) and the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI) also signed APCS-focused agreements, reflecting a commitment to working with Expo City to deliver long-term value for cities and businesses seeking trade and investment opportunities in the region and beyond. Coming on the heels of Expo City's master plan gaining pre-certification in the LEED Cities and Communities and WELL Community standards, the city also signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Emirates Green Building Council to advance net-zero carbon construction practices and materials in the UAE. A lynchpin between Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port and Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai is uniquely positioned at the centre of Dubai's future growth, with its innovative free zone and business ecosystem home to the industries driving the delivery of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) and residential properties and commercial plots representing unparalleled opportunities for future-focused residents, investors and developers. Delegate passes to the 2025 Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors' Forum start from AED 2,608. About Expo City Dubai Expo City Dubai, the legacy city of Expo 2020 Dubai, is an innovation-driven, people-centric community rooted in the belief that collaboration can propel sustainable progress. Its prime location and world-class connectivity place it at the centre of Dubai's future – the lynchpin between Dubai Exhibition Centre, Al Maktoum International Airport and Jebel Ali Port and a key driver of Dubai's Economic Agenda (D33) A world-class free zone, it is home to a thriving business community that supports cross-sector collaboration and provides a springboard for businesses of all sizes to scale and grow, enhancing Dubai's position as a global centre of trade and reinforcing the UAE's development and diversification ambitions Its residential communities redefine urban living, exemplifying best practice in innovative, environment-friendly design with a focus on wellbeing and happiness An incubator for innovation, it is a testbed for solutions and a platform for groundbreaking ideas that benefit both people and the planet Packed with educational, cultural and entertainment offerings, with more than 30 indoor and outdoor venues attracting globally significant events, it celebrates human creativity and ingenuity and inspires future generations Designed as a blueprint for sustainable urban living and one of five hubs on the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan, its roadmap to achieving net zero by 2050 and its broader decarbonisation targets raise the bar on responsible urban development
10-02-2025
- Business
Expo City Dubai's Cities in Action Forum Concludes with Key Partnerships and Urban Development Initiatives
The second edition of Expo City Dubai's Cities in Action Forum concluded with the launch of significant partnerships and programs aimed at shaping the future of urban development. The event sets the stage for the upcoming Asia Pacific Cities Summit & Mayors' Forum (2025APCS), scheduled to take place from October 27-29, 2025. The two-day forum gathered over 500 thought leaders, investors, and policymakers from the public and private sectors for discussions, keynote speeches, and workshops on sustainable urban living. Attendees explored Expo City Dubai as a model for innovative urban development and investment opportunities. Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of International Cooperation and CEO of Expo City Dubai Authority, emphasized the city's role in fostering collaboration and sustainable growth. She stated, 'Expo City Dubai was built to be a city that fosters collaboration, drives economic growth, and serves as a model for sustainable urban development. We will continue to lend our experiences and ambitions to the acceleration of real-world progress towards global goals.' New Urban Development Framework and Strategic Partnerships The forum saw the launch of the Expo City Dubai Urban Framework, a benchmarking tool for cities to assess themselves against over 30 international standards. This framework integrates metrics related to social value, SME inclusion, innovation, and global cooperation, helping cities conduct performance evaluations and drive strategic improvements. The event also marked the official opening of registrations for the 2025APCS, which will be held in the Middle East for the first time in its 30-year history. The summit is expected to attract over 1,000 executives, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, alongside hundreds of city leaders and mayors. Additionally, Expo City Dubai will host the Sustainable Destinations Summit 2025, in collaboration with Green Destinations, to advance sustainable tourism strategies. Strengthening Global Collaborations Several key partnerships were formalized at the forum. Dubai Chambers and Emicool signed agreements with Expo City Dubai as Major Partner and Partner of 2025APCS, respectively. Other agreements were signed with AIM Congress, UN Habitat, the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry - Dubai Branch (FICCI), and the Arab Urban Development Institute (AUDI), reinforcing commitments to fostering trade and investment. Expo City Dubai also signed an MoU with the Emirates Green Building Council to promote net-zero carbon construction practices, following its pre-certification under the LEED Cities and Communities and WELL Community standards. A Strategic Hub for Dubai's Future Growth Strategically located between Al Maktoum International Airport, Jebel Ali Port, and Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai is positioned as a key driver of the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). Its free zone and business ecosystem offer unique opportunities for investors, developers, and future-focused residents. News Source: Dubai Media Office
