Sheikh Mohammed Announces 100 Days Countdown to Expo 2020

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has announced the countdown for Expo 2020 Dubai.

In 100 days, the UAE will be the first country in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region to host a World Expo in the largest global gathering since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Set to begin on 1st October, Expo 2020 Dubai is expected to attract more than 25 million visitors from all over the world to discover life-changing innovations.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum tweeted, "100 days to go for Expo 2020 Dubai, the world’s largest cultural event. 100 days to go for the gathering of 192 nations in Dubai in the biggest global event since the outset of the pandemic to usher in a new phase of recovery."

"50,000 employees have set up 192 pavilions and 30,000 volunteers are ready to welcome the world at Expo 2020 Dubai."

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid added, "Expo 2020 Dubai will provide the space for the largest and most inclusive cultural and knowledge exchange in the world," noting that, "Expo 2020 Dubai will pave the roadmap for key economic, development and cultural trends of the post-COVID-19 era."

100 days to go for Expo 2020 Dubai, the world’s largest cultural event. 100 days to go for the gathering of 192 nations in Dubai in the biggest global event since the outset of the pandemic. 50,000 employees have set up 192 pavilions & 30,000 volunteers are set for the mega event pic.twitter.com/smi5Ib5YuE

— HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) June 23, 2021

"Our success in hosting the world’s largest cultural event reflects the power of human solidarity in overcoming the pandemic."

He added, "the global community is preparing for a new stage of collaboration by harnessing science and technology to combat the pandemic. Expo 2020 Dubai provides the platform for sharing knowledge and innovations."

"Through Expo 2020 Dubai, the UAE is bridging cultures and galvanizing efforts and aspirations towards creating a better future for everyone."

"People from every corner of the globe are welcome to join the once-in-a-lifetime inspiring and enlightening experience that pays testament to human creativity. We will meet at Expo 2020 Dubai," His Highness stated.

More than 200 nations, multilateral organisations, businesses and educational establishments will come together to develop innovative solutions to pressing challenges facing the world.

Over its six-month duration, Expo 2020 Dubai showcase the latest innovations in a variety of fields that will have a meaningful and positive impact on people’s lives.

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