Dubai Expo 2020: India pavilion crucial, says UAE
The expo, which was postponed for a year because of the Covid-19 pandemic, will begin on October 1 and run till March 31, 2022. The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) will supervise the Indian pavilion, which will be retained and run by the Indian government even after the expo
India will have one of the most strategic pavilions at the Dubai Expo 2020 that will aim to foster solutions to the world’s biggest challenges, United Arab Emirates ambassador Ahmed AlBanna said on Thursday.
The Indian pavilion is crucial, both in terms of location and size, for the expo that is expected to draw 25 million visitors, the envoy told a media briefing. Each Indian state will be given an opportunity to showcase its economy and culture at the pavilion.
The expo, which was postponed for a year because of the Covid-19 pandemic, will begin on October 1 and run till March 31, 2022. The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) will supervise the Indian pavilion, which will be retained and run by the Indian government even after the expo.
Also Read | Australia to get nuclear-powered submarines as first initiative of AUKUS
The theme for the expo is “Connecting minds, creating the future”, and the event has the sub-themes of opportunity, mobility and sustainability. The sub-themes are aimed at unlocking the potential of communities to shape the future, creating smarter and more productive movement of people, goods and ideas, and living in balance with the world.
AlBanna said the UAE had eased Covid-19-related travel restrictions on all Indian nationals holding visit, tourist or work visas about two weeks ago. A mechanism has also been created for expediting the issuance of visas of all categories, he said.
The envoy highlighted the importance of cooperation between India and the UAE in key sectors such as IT, education and healthcare for shaping the future of both countries. These factors are also important for creating the right workforce in the aftermath of the pandemic, he said.
AlBanna said the expo will also boost a key goal of the UAE and India – boosting the traditional people-to-people interactions between the two countries.
FICCI secretary general Dilip Chenoy said India will have a strong participation in the 11 theme weeks of the expo that will focus on urban development, water, space, tolerance and inclusivity, climate and bio-diversity and health.
AlBanna said Indian leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, had made a strong commitment to the success of the expo. Modi conveyed his best wishes for the expo during a phone conversation with UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
Two-time Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman will mentor and creatively lead the Firdaus Women’s Orchestra and put his name to a studio at the expo site. The studio will remain post-event and boost Dubai’s arts credentials as an international music hub.
Get Current Updates on India News, Election 2024, Mukhtar Ansari Death News Live, Bihar Board 10th Result 2024 Live along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world.