Bahrain has formally inked a contract to take part in Expo 2030 Riyadh, marking a new stage in preparations for the six-month international event.
The Participation Contract was signed in Manama by Expo 2030 Riyadh chief executive Talal Al-Marri and Sheikh Khalifa bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, president of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities.
The agreement provides the formal framework for Bahrain to develop its pavilion, programs and visitor experiences ahead of the World Expo.
Speaking on the occasion, Sheikh Khalifa said Bahrain’s participation reflected the deep-rooted fraternal and historic ties between Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, as well as expanding cooperation between the two countries.
He said Bahrain aimed to use the event to showcase its national identity, achievements and future ambitions, while promoting cultural and knowledge exchange.
On his part, Al-Marri said: “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.
Over 145 countries have so far confirmed their participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh. France signed its Participation Contract last month in Paris during Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to the country.
The agreements follow the signing of the Special Exposition Exhibition (SEE) Agreement between Saudi Arabia and the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), which sets out the legal and administrative framework for participating countries and international organizations.
Expo 2030 Riyadh will take place from October 1, 2030, to March 31, 2031, under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow.”
The six-month event is expected to bring together more than 200 official participants and welcome 42 million visitors.
Through national pavilions, cultural programming, innovation, and immersive experiences, Expo 2030 Riyadh will provide a global platform for international collaboration and exchange.
