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Al Etihad
03-05-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Noura Al Kaabi meets Greek Minister of Tourism to discuss bilateral cooperation
3 May 2025 15:30 ABU DHABI (WAM) Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, met on Saturday in Abu Dhabi with Olga Kefalogianni, Minister of Tourism of the Hellenic Republic, to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the UAE and Greece, particularly in tourism and cultural exchange, and for mutual investment the meeting, the two sides underscored the opportunities for advancing cooperation in tourism and underlined potential joint initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable tourism, heritage preservation, and increased people-to-people exchange between the two Al Kaabi reaffirmed the strength of the UAE-Greece relationship, highlighting the importance of expanding tourism collaboration to enhance understanding between cultures and advance shared development her part, Kefalogianni expressed appreciation for the long-standing ties between the UAE and Greece and underscored her country's keenness to work closely with the UAE to foster greater cooperation in tourism and other sectors of mutual interest. The meeting reflects the commitment of both countries to advancing their strategic partnership and exploring new opportunities to boost tourism flows and cultural ties.
Sharjah 24
09-04-2025
- Sharjah 24
UAE unveils details of its pavilion at Expo 2025
Located within the Empowering Lives Zone, the UAE Pavilion presents a bold vision of collective progress through its theme, Earth to Ether. This theme reflects the country's ongoing journey from its deeply rooted cultural heritage to a future driven by innovation, imagination, and exploration – bridging the physical and intangible frontiers. Reflecting on the UAE's ambition to empower all life from Earth to Ether, the Pavilion delivers a clear and compelling message. The nation is driving collective progress for humanity and the planet by advancing space exploration, reimagining healthcare and pioneering sustainable technologies. More than an architectural landmark or national exhibit, the pavilion is an invitation to collaborate. It invites the world to engage with the UAE's ideas, values and ambitions, and to explore how a country rooted in heritage is helping shape a flourishing future for all life on the planet and beyond. On this occasion, Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, and Commissioner of Expo Office - UAE said: 'The UAE's participation in World Expos has consistently reflected a commitment to dialogue, collaboration, and the pursuit of collective progress.' She emphasised that the UAE Expo Office views each Expo not merely as a moment in time, but as a dynamic platform to showcase the nation's core values on the global stage, strengthen partnerships, advance sustainability, and foster deeper cultural understanding. Al Kaabi added that returning to Japan 55 years after the UAE's first participation in the Expo represents a continuation of the country's legacy of meaningful presence, reflecting its commitment to building a more inclusive and interconnected global future. In statements to the Emirates News Agency (WAM), the minister affirmed that the UAE's participation in "Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai" will centre around youth, highlighting the involvement of 24 talented Emirati youth ambassadors alongside 20 Japanese youth who are fluent in around seven languages. She explained that this distinction will play a major and effective role in ensuring the UAE's message is impactful. She expressed her eagerness to share with visitors to the UAE Pavilion in Osaka a wealth of inspiring stories about the nation's dreamers and achievers, stressing that young people have accomplished many innovations across various fields, which opens opportunities to build partnerships with the Japanese public and visitors to the pavilion at "Expo 2025." For his part, Shihab Al Faheem, UAE Ambassador to Japan, and Commissioner-General of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, said: 'UAE Pavilion reflects the country's approach to shaping the future and embodies resilience, openness, and the ability to strengthen global cooperation to achieve collective progress.' He pointed out that the UAE's return to Osaka carries significant symbolic and strategic meaning, as Abu Dhabi's first participation in World Expos was at Expo 1970 Osaka. 'Today, more than 50 years later, the UAE returns with a global voice calling for cooperation and understanding achieving further progress and development.' During his remarks at the media briefing, the ambassador also highlighted the deep strategic and economic ties between the UAE and Japan, noting that non-oil trade between the two countries reached approximately AED64 billion in 2024, a 32% increase compared to 2023. He explained that the UAE is Japan's top trading partner in the Arabian Gulf region. As part of the leadership team guiding the UAE Pavilion journey to Expo 2025 Osaka, the UAE Expo Office has appointed Mariam Al Memari, Head of the UAE Expo Office, and Shaikha Al Ketbi, UAE Pavilion Creative Director, as Deputy Commissioner General of the Pavilion. In these roles, they will work alongside Shihab Al Faheem to ensure that the Pavilion delivers an impactful national narrative, fosters meaningful global engagement, and brings to life the UAE's vision for Expo 2025 as a platform for innovation, collaboration, and collective progress. The UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 is a testament to global collaboration, uniting Emirati, Japanese, and international expertise in a collective design process that merges tradition with innovation. Drawing inspiration from the iconic date palm, the pavilion reinterprets areesh—traditional Emirati vernacular architecture—by integrating agricultural date palm waste with masterful Japanese woodworking expertise. The Pavilion's signature feature is a striking forest of 90 rachis columns, soaring up to 16 meters. The design sets the tone for a pavilion that represents a story of partnership, sustainability and shared creativity. Over the six-month duration, the UAE Pavilion will host opportunities for learning, collaboration and the co-creation of new futures through its curated calendar of more than 40 public-facing programmes. The Pavilion programming includes sustainable technology forums, healthcare dialogues, youth empowerment activities and discussions on space exploration and technological innovation and expands into Expo Osaka's thematic weeks. Each experience reflects how tradition drives innovation, fostering a culture of open dialogue and inquiry. A major moment for the pavilion will be the celebration of UAE National Day. This event will showcase the UAE's culture, leadership and spirit through a series of high-profile activations and performances. It will serve as a national celebration on a global stage, reinforcing the UAE's role as a connector, a convener and a country committed to shared progress. UAE National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka is expected to draw international attention and will be among the most anticipated events of the six-month exposition. The list of official partners of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai includes: ADNOC; PureHealth; Space42; and Department of Culture and Tourism.
Hi Dubai
09-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
UAE Unveils Visionary Pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka
The United Arab Emirates has officially revealed its full vision for the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, set to run from April 13 to October 13, 2025. Announced during a media briefing by the National Media Office, the Pavilion promises a bold, future-focused narrative under the theme 'Earth to Ether.' Located in the Empowering Lives Zone, the Pavilion will showcase the UAE's journey from its cultural roots to a frontier of innovation, imagination, and sustainability. More than a structure, it is an open invitation to the world to engage with the UAE's values, achievements, and aspirations. Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State and Commissioner of the UAE Expo Office, highlighted the nation's commitment to dialogue, collaboration, and youth engagement. She emphasized that the Pavilion will feature 24 Emirati and 20 Japanese youth ambassadors fluent in seven languages to help communicate the UAE's story on a global stage. Shihab Al Faheem, UAE Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner-General of the Pavilion, underscored the symbolism of returning to Osaka, where the UAE made its Expo debut in 1970. He also pointed to strong bilateral ties, noting AED64 billion in UAE-Japan non-oil trade in 2024—a 32% rise from the previous year. Designed collaboratively by Emirati and Japanese experts, the Pavilion draws from traditional areesh architecture and features 90 towering columns inspired by the date palm. Its six-month programme will include over 40 public events spanning space exploration, healthcare innovation, and sustainability. Official partners include ADNOC, PureHealth, Space42, and the Department of Culture and Tourism. The UAE National Day celebration is expected to be a major highlight of the Expo. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Al Etihad
09-04-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
UAE unveils details of its national pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai, Japan
9 Apr 2025 08:21 ABU DHABI (WAM) The United Arab Emirates on Tuesday unveiled the full vision for its national pavilion for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, taking place in Japan from April 13- October 13, was announced during a media briefing organised by the National Media Office (NMO).Located within the Empowering Lives Zone, the UAE Pavilion presents a bold vision of collective progress through its theme, Earth to Ether. This theme reflects the country's ongoing journey from its deeply rooted cultural heritage to a future driven by innovation, imagination, and exploration – bridging the physical and intangible on the UAE's ambition to empower all life from Earth to Ether, the Pavilion delivers a clear and compelling message. The nation is driving collective progress for humanity and the planet by advancing space exploration, reimagining healthcare, and pioneering sustainable than an architectural landmark or national exhibit, the pavilion is an invitation to invites the world to engage with the UAE's ideas, values, and ambitions, and to explore how a country rooted in heritage is helping shape a flourishing future for all life on the planet and this occasion, Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, and Commissioner of Expo Office - UAE said, 'The UAE's participation in World Expos has consistently reflected a commitment to dialogue, collaboration, and the pursuit of collective progress.'She emphasised that the UAE Expo Office views each Expo not merely as a moment in time, but as a dynamic platform to showcase the nation's core values on the global stage, strengthen partnerships, advance sustainability, and foster deeper cultural Kaabi added that returning to Japan 55 years after the UAE's first participation in the Expo represents a continuation of the country's legacy of meaningful presence, reflecting its commitment to building a more inclusive and interconnected global minister affirmed, in statements to WAM, that the UAE's participation in "Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai" will centre around youth, highlighting the involvement of 24 talented Emirati youth ambassadors alongside 20 Japanese youth who are fluent in around seven explained that this distinction will play a major and effective role in ensuring the UAE's message is expressed her eagerness to share with visitors to the UAE Pavilion in Osaka a wealth of inspiring stories about the nation's dreamers and achievers, stressing that young people have accomplished many innovations across various fields, which opens opportunities to build partnerships with the Japanese public and visitors to the pavilion at "Expo 2025."UAE Ambassador to Japan, and Commissioner-General of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Shihab Al Faheem, said, 'UAE Pavilion reflects the country's approach to shaping the future and embodies resilience, openness, and the ability to strengthen global cooperation to achieve collective progress.'He pointed out that the UAE's return to Osaka carries significant symbolic and strategic meaning, as Abu Dhabi's first participation in World Expos was at Expo 1970 Osaka. 'Today, more than 50 years later, the UAE returns with a global voice calling for cooperation and understanding achieving further progress and development.'During his remarks at the media briefing, the ambassador also highlighted the deep strategic and economic ties between the UAE and Japan, noting that non-oil trade between the two countries reached approximately Dh64 billion in 2024, a 32 percent increase compared to 2023. He explained that the UAE is Japan's top trading partner in the Arabian Gulf part of the leadership team guiding the UAE Pavilion journey to Expo 2025 Osaka, the UAE Expo Office has appointed Mariam Al Memari, Head of the UAE Expo Office, and Shaikha Al Ketbi, UAE Pavilion Creative Director, as Deputy Commissioner General of the Pavilion. In these roles, they will work alongside Shihab Al Faheem to ensure that the Pavilion delivers an impactful national narrative, fosters meaningful global engagement, and brings to life the UAE's vision for Expo 2025 as a platform for innovation, collaboration, and collective UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 is a testament to global collaboration, uniting Emirati, Japanese, and international expertise in a collective design process that merges tradition with innovation. Drawing inspiration from the iconic date palm, the pavilion reinterprets areesh—traditional Emirati vernacular architecture—by integrating agricultural date palm waste with masterful Japanese woodworking Pavilion's signature feature is a striking forest of 90 rachis columns, soaring up to 16 meters. The design sets the tone for a pavilion that represents a story of partnership, sustainability and shared the six-month duration, the UAE Pavilion will host opportunities for learning, collaboration and the co-creation of new futures through its curated calendar of more than 40 public-facing Pavilion programming includes sustainable technology forums, healthcare dialogues, youth empowerment activities and discussions on space exploration and technological innovation and expands into Expo Osaka's thematic weeks. Each experience reflects how tradition drives innovation, fostering a culture of open dialogue and inquiry.A major moment for the pavilion will be the celebration of UAE National Day. This event will showcase the UAE's culture, leadership and spirit through a series of high-profile activations and performances. It will serve as a national celebration on a global stage, reinforcing the UAE's role as a connector, a convener and a country committed to shared National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka is expected to draw international attention and will be among the most anticipated events of the six-month list of official partners of the UAE Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai includes: ADNOC; PureHealth; Space42; and Department of Culture and Tourism.
Al Etihad
23-03-2025
- Business
- Al Etihad
Noura Al Kaabi highlights UAE's cultural vision, strong India partnership at Raisina Dialogue 2025
23 Mar 2025 15:56 NEW DELHI (WAM) Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi participated in the Raisina Dialogue 2025 in New Delhi, joining the panel discussion titled 'Destiny or Destination: Culture, Connectivity and Tourism.'Speaking alongside eminent global voices, Al Kaabi underscored the UAE's leadership in promoting cultural exchange, enhancing tourism connectivity, and fostering people-to-people ties. She emphasised how the UAE's inclusive society and forward-looking vision have positioned it as a global hub for travel, creativity, and innovation. Al Kaabi also underscored the deep-rooted UAE-India relationship, highlighting the contributions of the Indian diaspora in shaping the UAE's social and economic landscape.'Culture is at the heart of every thriving, future-ready nation. India's imprint is deeply woven into the UAE's cultural and social fabric. The contributions of the Indian diaspora have not only shaped our skylines but strengthened our communities. Together, we are building a partnership defined by shared heritage, creativity, and lasting connections,' Al Kaabi part of the Raisina Dialogue's Ideas Pod series, Al Kaabi, joined Ambassador Navdeep Suri, Distinguished Fellow at the Observer Research Foundation (ORF), for a timely and insightful conversation on the evolving landscape of public diplomacy. In the 20-minute podcast, hosted by ORF, Al Kaabi explored the UAE's holistic soft power strategy, the central role of cultural diplomacy in fostering mutual understanding, and the country's values of tolerance and coexistence as drivers of international also reflected on how artificial intelligence is transforming diplomacy, offering both exciting opportunities and serious challenges for ethical, people-centered communication. Drawing on key examples such as Expo 2020, the Abrahamic Family House, and AI-powered 'Smart Embassies,' she emphasised that in an interconnected world, diplomacy must move beyond traditional power structures to focus on trust, understanding, and shared conversation was a reaffirmation of the UAE's commitment to building bridges—both digital and human—through inclusive and innovative public Raisina Dialogue is India's premier conference on geopolitics and geoeconomics, committed to addressing the most pressing issues facing the global community. Hosted by the Observer Research Foundation in partnership with the Indian Ministry of External Affairs, the conference brings together global leaders, policymakers, business leaders, and thought leaders to engage in cross-sectoral dialogue on contemporary global challenges.
