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ABU DHABI, With the stunning and unprecedented opening ceremony of Expo 2020 Dubai, the UAE has proved that it can challenge the impossible as desired by its prudent leadership under its vision to explore the future that would open the doors of hope for humanity and reflect in its capability to overcome challenges and difficulties facing the world.

The opening ceremony of the Expo 2020 Dubai, which represented a harmonious and impressive mixture, brought together the whole world with its various spectrums, including different cultures and civilisations in one place.

The event started a new era of excellence and achievement for our dear country in light of the Year of the 50th amid unprecedented domestic, Arab and international media attention. It reflected the country’s stature and potential in light of the coronavirus pandemic. It spread new hope and tranquillity in the hearts of peoples worldwide that through coexistence, convergence and cooperation, humanity can overcome the pandemic and continue on its path towards a better tomorrow.

With the start of Expo 2020 Dubai, Emiratis have proved that they can draw history full of pride and hope for the country, for a shining future that is part of the blessed march based on hard work and loyalty gleaned from the far-sighted vision of the wise leadership as well as a giving people that always strengthens the union.

It is no coincidence that in this great international gathering, when delegations from more than 192 countries, representatives of international organisations, institutions and global companies are working together for a better tomorrow for humanity, our country celebrates its golden jubilee. Today, we begin a new 50 years that commenced with the opening of Expo 2020 Dubai, a special edition by all standards.

In this historic moment, the UAE, its wise leadership and people are recalling the legacy instilled by the Founder of its renaissance, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, which the wise leadership has sustained and aims to accomplish much more.

After eight years of hard work and all possible efforts by distinguished national teams that reflected the mind and talent of the Emiratis, this global event has resulted, spanning over 4.38 km, which mirrors the UAE’s global stature.

While celebrating the opening of this international event that brings together the culture and achievements of the world, the UAE is fully confident of its capabilities and potential to organise an exceptional edition.

For this, the UAE has harnessed and utilised all its resources, potentials and distinguished Emirati cadres in ways that achieve the desired goals for the peoples of the world, which means building a better future for humanity.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, Dr. Anwar bin Mohammed Gargash, Diplomatic Advisor to President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, said the significant global presence at the Expo 2020 Dubai highlights the country’s prominent regional and international stature, as well as its role in driving growth and development.

In his statement on the launch of the expo, he stressed it is a platform for celebrating international humanitarian cooperation, highlighting the world’s ability to overcome challenges and turn them into developmental opportunities through forging partnerships and alliances that encourage innovation and promote hope and positivity.

“In the UAE, we aim to offer a different narrative about our region by focussing on opportunities, diversity, positive thinking and optimism, as well as changing the stereotypes about our region that emphasise conflicts,” he added.

“We are proud to host a global event that focuses on connecting people and reinforcing their cooperation. The need for this proactive approach was confirmed by the dire circumstances that faced the world over the past two years, which showed that solidarity and cooperation is our way of shaping a better future for humanity. The UAE aims to support this approach by showcasing innovative ideas and advanced technologies, in addition to reinforcing the role of the youth and forging partnerships,” he further added.

Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai has released its October calendar of business and cultural events focusing on one of the country’s wonders, Balochistan.

Pakistan’s Federal Board of Investment will hold a seminar on the Electric Vehicle Policy on 5th October, while on 6th October, a session on climate change will be held with Malik Amin, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for Climate Change. This session will voice the Clean Green Pakistan initiative in order to encourage the nationwide cleanliness and tree plantation drive. The schedule aims to show the world a typically unseen part of Pakistan and encourage tourism and investment into the country.

Further events aim to educate the younger generations about their role in climate change and how to continue the progress currently in action.

Pakistan Pavilion will also be heavily focusing on their “Invest in Pakistan Campaign”. Multiple business events will be held in which government entities, entrepreneurs, and SMEs will be projecting their opportunities. This initiative is highly prioritised throughout the agenda and will be highlighted through further panel sessions, seminars, and lectures.

Women are playing an important role in the growth and development of the country and Pakistan is devoted to empowering them across all sectors. Visitors will get to see the strides women have made and its ongoing progress at the numerous events being held at the pavilion.

The full calendar of events is available on the Pakistan pavilion webpage (www.pakistanexpo2020.com).

Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, New York residents will enjoy a timeless opportunity to watch a live stream of the Expo 2020 Dubai launch through the digital screens in Times Square.

Between 20:30 and 21:30 (12:30-1:30 NYC), the event’s opening ceremony will be featured on the 37-metre high Nasdaq Tower screen and seven of the screens on the 22-storeys tall Thomson Reuters sign, through a live stream provided by Expo 2020 Dubai organisers.

The opening ceremony will take place beneath the 130-metre-wide, 67.5-metre-tall Al Wasl Plaza dome, the world’s largest 360-degree projection screen, which will enable spectators to experience an immersive audio and visual display of the featured live performances.

Viewers from anywhere in the world can also join the evening’s proceedings via a global live stream, available on

https://virtualexpo.world/ and

http://www.expo2020.com/tv from 19:30 GST onwards.

Source: Emirates News Agency

ABU DHABI, The Emirates News Agency (WAM) will be providing around-the-clock coverage of Expo 2020 Dubai through its various media and digital platforms to keep the world tuned in to the launch of the world’s most important cultural event happening first time in the Middle East, with the participation of over 190 countries.

Utilising a team of highly experienced journalists and photographers, WAM will provide qualitative and interactive media content in 19 languages throughout the event’s 6-month period.

WAM’s content is aligned with the interests of audience in the UAE and across the world, as it offers world-class media services to its local and international partners.

Mohammed Jalal Al Rayssi, Director-General of WAM, said that Expo 2020 Dubai is an important opportunity to provide distinctive and historical media coverage that matches the significance of the event, which will help enhance the UAE’s leading global position and drive its developmental march.

Expo 2020 Dubai exemplifies an inspiring UAE success story underpinned by its determination to excel, in line with the principles of the Fifty-Year Charter and the UAE’s ambitions to unite the world towards shaping the future to ensure a bright and prosperous tomorrow for all of humanity.

Al Rayssi added that WAM’s coverage of Expo 2020 Dubai events and activities will be carried out as per an integrated, ambitious and innovative media action plan that leverages advanced tech solutions in producing and broadcasting media content live from the event site.

Delivering news and media content in 19 different languages to millions of people around the world, the Emirates News Agency enjoys a wide network of media relations and partnerships at the regional and international levels, making it one of the world’s most influential news agencies in providing qualitative and reliable content.

WAM had recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Arab Youth Centre, an affiliate of the Federal Youth Authority, to launch an initiative that empowers young Arab media talents to produce creative media narratives through Youth Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, which will receive millions of participants and visitors throughout the 6-month event.

The initiative defines a series of specific tasks that enhance the media-related and practical skills of participating youth, including reporting, event coverage, videography and photography.

Source: Emirates News Agency

DUBAI, Expo 2020 Dubai will host a number of influential women from across the globe who specialise in various sectors as part of the ‘Visions and Journeys’ initiative. The sessions will be take place at the Women’s Pavilion and are part of Expo 2020’s commitment to highlight women and gender balance related topics.

The sessions will be held throughout the period of Expo 2020. October will witness eleven women figures, including ministers, international officials and first ladies. Speakers will include: Louise Mushikiwabo, Secretary-General of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie; Natasa Pilide, Minister of Energy, Commerce and Industry; Ndeye Saly Diop Dieng, Minister of Women, Family and Gender of Senegal; Simonetta Di Pippo, Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs; Erika Mouynes, Minister of Foreign Affairs in Panama; Dr. Ferencz Orsolya, Ministerial Commissioner for Space Research in Hungary; Ms. Fazna Ahmed, First Lady of the Maldives; and Marie-Celine Zialo, Minister for Youth, Sports & Family in Seychelles.

Shamsa Saleh, Secretary-General of the UAE Gender Balance Council, said: “The ‘Visions and Journeys’ sessions serve as an important platform for knowledge exchange between female figures and visitors during Expo 2020 as well as aligning with the broader themes and goals of the global event. The speakers will share their inspiring experiences in the hope that this will provide learning opportunities for aspiring women. Across the years , women have inspired societies around the world with their capabilities , therefore, every effort should be made to empower women and provide them with the right ingredients for success.”

She affirmed the commitment of H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the UAE Gender Balance Council, and President of Dubai Women Establishment, to gender balance issues in cooperation with the international community as well as promoting equal participation of men and women across development paths in line with achieving the United Nation’s 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

She added: “Through this partnership, Expo 2020 Dubai and the UAE Gender Balance Council will seek to enhance awareness around this topic , as well as shed light on the UAE’s success in supporting women and their achievements across sectors over the past 50 years.”

Hind Alowais, Vice President of Participant Management at Expo 2020 Dubai, said: “We are delighted to partner with the UAE Gender Balance Council and we thank H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for her commitment and continuous support in promoting gender balance in the UAE. This support is fundamental to achieving the goal of a fair balance between men and women across all fields.”

Alowais added: “Our partnership with the UAE Gender Balance Council will enrich the Women’s Pavilion, which is organised by Expo 2020 in partnership with Cartier. The ‘Visions and Journeys’ initiative consists of numerous common values and strategic goals between the Women’s Pavilion and the Council, and given the initiative’s success in attracting influential women to share their insights and experiences with visitors from all across the world, we hope it will inspire many girls and women to follow this path.”

Source: Emirates News Agency