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08-07-2025
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Qatar Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka celebrates national day with cultural festivities
The Qatar Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, hosted a special celebration marking Qatar's National Day, as part of the official celebrations organised by the Expo Committee for participating countries. The event was attended by H.E. Minister of Culture Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Thani; Her Imperial Highness Princess Hisako Takamado, H.E. Ambassador of the State of Qatar to Japan and Commissioner General Jaber bin Jarallah Al Marri; H.E. Deputy Commissioner General and Chair of Qatar's Expo 2025 Organising Committee Sheikh Ali bin Alwaleed Al-Thani; and H.E. Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture Dr. Ghanim bin Mubarak Al Ali. They were joined by senior officials, diplomats, and pavilion visitors from around the world. In his remarks, H.E. Ambassador Jaber bin Jarallah Al Marri emphasised that celebrating Qatar National Day at such a global platform reflects a deep pride in national identity and cultural heritage, and embodies the core values upon which the State was founded, such as unity, generosity, and openness to the world. His Excellency also highlighted that Qatar's participation at Expo 2025 reaffirms the depth of the strategic partnership with Japan and reflects the country's commitment to addressing regional and global priorities. The celebration, the Ambassador added, offered a valuable opportunity to strengthen mutual understanding and people-to-people connections between the Qatari and Japanese communities, as well as with the broader international audience. The Expo offers a multicultural environment that promotes cultural exchange and international cooperation, in line with Qatar National Vision aimed to foster intercultural dialogue and global cooperation. H.E. Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture Dr. Ghanim bin Mubarak Al Ali affirmed that the National Day celebration is a significant opportunity to share Qatar's cultural heritage with a global audience. He noted that the Ministry's participation underscores its commitment to promoting cultural exchange, fostering meaningful dialogue. H.E. Deputy Commissioner General and Chair of Qatar's Expo 2025 Organising Committee Sheikh Ali bin Alwaleed Al-Thani emphasised that hosting Qatar's National Day celebration marks a proud milestone in the country's broader participation at this global event. He noted that the celebration not only introduces the Japanese and international communities to Qatar's rich culture and aspirations but also reflects the forward-looking vision shaping its future through the Pavilion's distinctive immersive design and interactive programming. The event featured a documentary about the State of Qatar, produced by the Ministry of Culture, followed by a series of cultural performances showcasing Qatari cultural heritage. Following the event, H.E. the Minister of Culture and Her Imperial Highness, accompanied by officials and diplomats, toured both the Qatari and Japanese pavilions. The Qatar Pavilion, under the theme "From the Coastline, We Progress', drew significant interest from the Expo visitors, offering a vivid reflection of Qatar's national identity and the country's ongoing development journey. The pavilion presents a rich, multi-sensory interactive experience, beginning with Qatar's maritime heritage and extending across key themes including hospitality, identity, art, architecture, nature, and innovation. It also showcases the facets of cooperation between Qatar and Japan in education, energy, economy, and culture. At the conclusion of the event, the organising committee extended an invitation to visitors from around the world to explore the Qatar Pavilion and immerse themselves in the rich cultural essence and enduring charm of the nation.
Qatar Tribune
15-05-2025
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar signs official participation contract for International Horticultural Expo in Yokohama, Japan
QNA Tokyo Qatar has officially signed a participation contract for the International Horticultural Expo 2027 Yokohama, becoming the first country to conclude such an agreement with the host nation, Japan. Representing Qatar at the signing ceremony was Ambassador of Qatar to Japan and the Commissioner-General of Qatar Pavilion HE Jaber bin Jarallah Al Marri. The Japanese side was represented by Commissioner of the International Horticultural Expo 2027 Koshikawa Kazuhiko and the Secretary-General of the Expo Masato Komura, which will be held under the theme 'Scenery of the Future for Happiness' from March 19 to September 26, 2027, in Yokohama, Japan. Qatar's participation reflects its commitment to maintaining an active international presence and supporting global exhibitions and events focused on sustainability and environmental issues. It also highlights Qatar's contribution to initiatives aimed at addressing global challenges and underscores the deepening strategic partnership between Qatar and Japan, especially in the areas of sustainable development, cultural exchange, and knowledge sharing. During the signing ceremony, the ambassador reaffirmed Qatar's commitment to participate and cooperate with the Japanese side to ensure the success of Expo 2027 Yokohama and to help achieve its objectives of offering effective solutions to global environmental challenges and promoting sustainable lifestyles for the well-being of future generations. This participation follows the great success of Expo 2023 Doha, which Qatar hosted for the first time in the Middle East and North Africa region from October 2, 2023 to March 28, 2024, under the theme: 'Green Desert, Better Environment.' The event saw broad international participation and attracted millions of visitors from within Qatar and abroad. Expo 2027 Yokohama represents a continuation of international cooperation in horticultural exhibitions, building on the remarkable success of Expo 2023 Doha. At the closing ceremony of the Doha Expo, Expo 2023 Secretary-General Dr. Fayqa Ashkanani officially handed over the expo flag to Deputy Secretary-General of the Japan Association for the International Horticultural Expo 2027 Hayami Sato.
