Bahrain Signs Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh
MANAMA, September 3 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) — Bahrain has signed its Participation Contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh, moving its involvement from confirmation and preparation into planning and implementation.
Expo 2030 Riyadh Chief Executive Officer Talal Al-Marri and Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities President Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa signed the agreement in Manama.
The contract sets the formal terms for Bahrain’s participation and allows work to begin on its pavilion, programs and visitor experiences for the six-month event.
“Bahrain’s participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh reflects the deep-rooted fraternal and historic ties between the Kingdom of Bahrain and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as well as the growing cooperation between the two countries across a wide range of fields,” Sheikh Khalifa said.
“The signing of the Participation Contract marks an important milestone in Bahrain’s preparations for Expo 2030 Riyadh and reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to playing an active role in this global event. Bahrain looks forward to presenting a participation that showcases its identity, achievements and future aspirations, while further strengthening its presence on the international stage. We aim to deliver a comprehensive national presence that reflects the significance of the event and the global platform it provides for cultural and knowledge exchange and building partnerships.”
Al-Marri said the contract marked the start of the next stage of Bahrain’s preparations.
“The signing of Bahrain’s Participation Contract marks an important step in the preparations for Expo 2030 Riyadh and reflects the growing momentum as participating countries move from confirming their participation to delivering what they will bring to Riyadh in 2030. As Participation Contracts are signed, Expo 2030 Riyadh is increasingly taking shape through the pavilions, programs and experiences that participating countries will bring to visitors. We look forward to working closely with the Bahrain team in the next phase and to seeing a distinctive participation come to life – one that reflects Bahrain’s vision, culture and ambitions, while enriching the overall Expo 2030 Riyadh experience.”
Bahrain is also expected to develop a sustainable pavilion designed to remain after the event as part of the Global Village.
More than 145 countries have confirmed their participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh.
The Expo will run from October 1, 2030, to March 31, 2031, under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow.” It is expected to bring together more than 200 official participants and welcome 42 million visitors.
Source: SPA
