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Zawya
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia pavilion launches cross-cultural business collaboration events at Expo 2025 Osaka
As part of Expo 2025 Osaka Theme Week Five, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion is hosting dedicated business events to explore opportunities and facilitate meaningful dialogue from 22nd – 25th July. Expo 2025 Osaka's Theme Week Five, 'Learning and Playing Week,' runs from July 17th to July 28th, 2025. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is open daily from 09:00 – 21:00, inside the West Gate in the Connecting Zone (C14-01). Osaka, Japan — The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is set to host engaging business events designed to foster collaboration and forge global partnerships as part of Expo 2025 Osaka's 'Learning and Playing Week.' During these business events, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion will address Theme Week Five's question, 'What should humans learn in the era of AI?' by exemplifying the future of Saudi Arabia's digitalization, cutting-edge digital initiatives, and the Kingdom's path towards optimized learning. Expo 2025 Osaka's Theme Weeks is an initiative in which countries from around the world solve global issues through dialogue. The Theme Week Five sessions allow International Participants to share insights into the evolving digital innovation and its implications for future societies. The Theme Week Five event, 'Gamification: Future Prospects', hosted by the Saudi Arabia Pavilion, will discuss transformative initiatives, such as the role of innovative technologies in transforming education, advancing Saudi Arabia towards a more sustainable future, and empowering youth independence in age of AI. From the 22nd – 25th July, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka will host the following business events supported with live Japanese translation: Cultural Development Fund (CDF): The Art of Play: Integrating Culture into Learning Environments, 22/07, 11:00-13:00 This panel explores how integrating culture, arts, and heritage into learning environments enhances education, fosters creativity, and supports lifelong learning. It examines the role of storytelling, play, digital tools, and cultural spaces in shaping skills, preserving heritage, and preparing future generations for creative industries and a knowledge-driven economy. Speakers: Dr. Mohammed Alhussein, CEO of Mozn AI Dr. Wafa Alsubail, Founder of Kan ya makan kids library Reem Busati (Moderator) Registration link: Sports For All Federation: Learning Through Play: The Success of Our Neighbourhood Clubs Initiative, 22/07, 16:00-18:00 The Sports for All Federation showcases its most impactful programs: The Neighborhood Clubs Initiative. This initiative was launched to make sports and physical activity more accessible to communities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. What began in a single neighborhood school has grown into a nationwide model that supports community engagement, inclusivity, and improved quality of life. The panel will highlight how the initiative has evolved into a scalable solution that encourages active living throughout the Kingdom. Speakers: Lama AlMuhana, Senior Manager Dalal AlShebaiky, Director Reem AlShalhoub, Specialist (Moderator) Registration link: Music Commission: AI & Creative Art 25/07, 11:00-13:00 MusiqAI is a leading digital platform that aligns well with the theme of "Learning and Playing" as it provides the opportunity to learn and develop musical skills in the era of AI. Some key takeaways that MusiqAI addresses are interactive lessons using advanced technologies, diverse course offerings, supporting professional music careers and a rich and diverse learning environment. Speakers: Manar Alhawiti, Lifelong Amateur Education Manager Saqer Alghuwainem, Virtual Academy/E-learning Manager Ahmed Karkanawi, (Moderator) Registration link: Over 150 business events will take place throughout the six-month Expo at the Pavilion's dedicated Collaboration Hub, providing a strategic platform for multilateral engagement. These business events will facilitate meaningful dialogue between stakeholders across key themes such as investment, sports, sustainability, and development, contributing to a shared vision for a better future. Each event is designed to bring together a wide spectrum of participants, from government representatives and business leaders. By offering a dedicated space for impactful engagement, these events enable stakeholders to forge global connections, positioning the Saudi Arabia Pavilion as a hub for international collaboration and innovation. All media are welcome and invited to join the Saudi Arabia Pavilion's Collaboration Hub to witness firsthand how strategic dialogue is shaping global partnerships at Expo 2025 Osaka. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion is driving impactful conversations and setting the stage for a more sustainable future. The full program of events for the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on the official website: -Ends- Media Contact: Email： Media@ Website & Social Media Handles: Instagram: @ksaexpo2025 X: @KSAExpo2025_ YouTube: @KSAExpo2025 LinkedIn: Saudi Arabia at Expo Facebook: KSA Expo 2025 TikTok: @ksaexpo LINE: KSA 大阪万博2025 Website:
Arab News
01-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia Pavilion launches cultural exchange program at Osaka Expo
TOKYO: The Saudi Arabia Pavilion has launched a cultural exchange program to provide unique career and personal development opportunities for staff at the Osaka-Kansai Expo while opening new avenues to share the Kingdom's cultural heritage and global impact, Saudi Arabia's Expo office announced on Tuesday. The first round of CEP placements includes assigning 13 staff members of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion team to five international pavilions, while 15 visiting international staff will spend three months on rotation at the Saudi Arabia Pavilion. Throughout the CEP, visiting international exchange staff members will be engaged in a comprehensive cultural engagement module conducted by the Saudi Arabia Pavilion leadership. This induction process includes workplace health and safety, an overview of Saudi Arabia's operational objectives at the Expo and venue specific training, including heat management. The CEP includes a buddy system under which visiting staff are provided with full support from their new team members. Eng. Adel Alfayez, director of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion, said: 'The cultural exchange program is a celebration of unity through diversity, where pavilions across Expo 2025 Osaka come together to share stories, spark new friendships, and build bridges that extend far beyond our pavilion walls.' Alfayez said he was especially keen to hear from the Saudi Arabia Pavilion staff after they had experienced new cultures and operational skills during their time at other pavilions as this will prove invaluable in preparation for Expo 2030 in Riyadh.
Zawya
22-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
The Saudi Arabia pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka achieves 1 million visitors
A significant milestone was reached on May 14, 2025, with the Pavilion recording 17,969 visitors in a single day. Irth Restaurant and Café welcomed 58,135 guests with over 45,000 cups of coffee served. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is open daily from 09:00 – 21:00, inside the West Gate in the Connecting Zone (C14-01). Osaka, Japan — The Saudi Arabia Pavilion has celebrated a historic milestone by welcoming over one million visitors at Expo 2025 Osaka. Since opening on April 13, 2025, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion has hosted 1,137 events, with 1,021 held inside the Pavilion and 116 within the Expo 2025 Osaka venue. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion, the second largest after the host country, Japan, is designed by Foster + Partners to showcase Saudi Arabia's rich heritage and culture and demonstrate the country's goals of fostering sustainable and empowered societies. Made from lightweight Saudi stone, the Pavilion design creates a spatial experience that echoes the exploration of towns and cities throughout the country, reflecting the country's deep-rooted cultural heritage. Providing a multi-sensory experience that showcases Saudi Arabia's transformative journey under Vision 2030, the Pavilion shares the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing the quality of life through innovation and technological modernisation. The Pavilion has also been recognized for its innovation, style and impact at the 2025 New York Architectural Design Awards by winning Gold under the 'Cultural Architecture - Interactive and Experiential Spaces' category. Dr. Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Japan and Commissioner General of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion, 'We are honored to mark this significant milestone and the Saudi Arabia Pavilion's success in reaching 1 million visitors, which underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to showing its transformation under Vision 2030 and inviting the world to experience its heritage and foster cultural exchange. As we move towards reaching the next million, the Pavilion remains committed to inspiring visitors to learn about Saudi Arabia's achievements, and we look forward to deepening impact and welcoming the world. Our participation in Expo 2025 Osaka embodies our strong relationship with Japan, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations this year. As we journey towards Expo 2030 in Riyadh, we will leave a legacy here in Osaka. Expo 2030 Riyadh will be a testament to Saudi Arabia's transformation as a global destination – and we are eager to welcome the world to Saudi Arabia.' Featuring over 700 events through the Expo program, ranging from live performances, dances and traditional shows, visitors to the Saudi Arabia Pavilion can experience a wide range of Saudi culture, heritage and art through programs. These include Ahlan Wa Sahlan, We Are Saudi Arabia, The Botanist Augmented Reality experience, and musical and artistic performances at the Cultural Studios and signature events celebrating Saudi Arabia's most important milestones, including Saudi National Day on September 23. In addition, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion offers an exciting visitor journey across seven immersive rooms and galleries, from The Evolving Cities, Sustainable Seas, Unlimited Human Potential, and The Pinnacle of Innovation, where every visitor can see up close the Kingdom's global impact. The full program of events for the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is available on the official website: Media Contact: Email: Media@ Website & Social Media Handles: Instagram: @ksaexpo2025 X: @KSAExpo2025_ YouTube: @KSAExpo2025 LinkedIn: Saudi Arabia at Expo Facebook: KSA Expo 2025 TikTok: @ksaexpo LINE: KSA 大阪万博2025 Website:
Zawya
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia pavilion welcomes 500,000 visitors within 35 days of opening Expo 2025 Osaka
May 4th 2025 marked the Pavilion's busiest day drawing a record 17,363 visitors in a single day. With an average of 14,000 visitors a day, the Pavilion's attracts approximately 16% of daily Expo 2025 Osaka footfall. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is open daily from 09:00 – 21:00, inside the West Gate in the Connecting Zone (C14-01). Osaka, Japan — The Saudi Arabia Pavilion has now welcomed over half a million visitors in the first 35 days of Expo 2025 Osaka. Since April 13th, 2025, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion has hosted over 175 events, including cultural performances, business events, media and VIP delegations. Visitors had a chance to 'Meet Saudi' through a first-hand journey of epic discovery - learning about the Kingdom's heritage, transformation and impact on the global community. Dr. Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Japan and Commissioner General of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion, said it was a proud moment to see so many people from both Japan and around the world sharing in the Kingdom's Expo story. 'The Saudi Arabia Pavilion shares our rich cultural identity, our national transformation driven by Vision 2030 initiatives, and the impact we are having in the world. To ensure we make a positive and lasting impact on our visitors, it is crucial to connect deeply at a personal level. We have received overwhelmingly positive reactions, particularly through our authentic Saudi hospitality offerings and positive feedback about our interactive pavilion spaces.' Dr. Binzagr said. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka experienced a surge in popularity and visitor numbers during the Golden Week holidays. On May 4th 2025, the Pavilion welcomed 17,363 visitors. Visitors to the Saudi Arabia Pavilion experienced a wide range of Saudi culture, heritage and art through programs such as Ahlan Wa Sahlan, We Are Saudi Arabia, The Botanist Augmented Reality experience, and musical and artistic performances at the Cultural Studios. In addition to hosting over 700 events across the Expo program, including daily dance and fashion performances, the Saudi Arabia Pavilion offers an exciting visitor journey across seven immersive rooms and galleries, from evolving cities, sustainable seas, unlimited human potential, and the pinnacle of innovation, every visitor can see up close the Kingdom's global impact. The full program of events for the Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is available on the official website: Media Contact: Email: Media@ Website & Social Media Handles: Instagram: @ksaexpo2025 X: @KSAExpo2025_ YouTube: @KSAExpo2025 LinkedIn: Saudi Arabia at Expo Facebook: KSA Expo 2025 TikTok: @ksaexpo LINE: KSA 大阪万博2025 Website:
