Saudi Crown Prince to Attend Kingdom’s Official Reception for 'Expo 2030' Bid

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
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Saudi Crown Prince to Attend Kingdom’s Official Reception for 'Expo 2030' Bid

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (SPA)

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will participate in the Kingdom’s official reception to present its candidacy to host Expo 2030.

The reception for representatives of 179 member countries of the Bureau International des Expositions, which organizes the expo, will be held on Monday in Paris.

The ceremony is an important part of the nomination procedure for countries to host the expo.

Saudi Arabia aims to showcase Riyadh’s readiness and plans to host the global event.

Voting will take place in November to choose the host city.

According to Saudi sources, the participation of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the reception ceremony reflects the keenness of the Saudi leadership to host this global event, emphasizing their interest, support, and dedication to the success of Riyadh as the host city.

Furthermore, this aligns with commitment to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, as the exhibition hosting presents an ideal opportunity for Riyadh to share its journey in achieving an unprecedented national transformation with nations and peoples across the world.

The presence of the Saudi Crown Prince and his attendance at the official reception ceremony for Riyadh’s bid to host Expo 2030 will undoubtedly bolster the capital’s chances of securing votes from various countries.

This is due to the global stature and esteem enjoyed by the Saudi Crown Prince.

Additionally, the meeting between the Crown Prince and the Secretary-General of the Bureau International des Expositions, Dimitri Kerkentzes, during the reception, provides an opportunity to discuss updates regarding Saudi Arabia’s candidacy and offer any necessary support for its success.

The Saudi leadership is tirelessly working towards ensuring that Riyadh’s hosting of Expo 2030 has the greatest possible impact. Their aim is to achieve their objectives, contribute to building a shared global future, and inspire participants to envision their own futures, sharing their aspirations and ambitions in new and exciting ways.

The reception, which is being held by the Royal Commission for the City of Riyadh, includes an exhibition that showcases the cultural depth of the Kingdom and its capital.

The exhibition is set to represent the rich cultural and historical depth of the Kingdom and its capital, highlighting its political and economic significance, as well as its distinctive geographic location and exceptional infrastructure.

These attributes make the Kingdom well-equipped to host major global events and occasions.

Expo 2030 is considered one of the most influential global platforms, and Riyadh is competing with three other cities for its organization. These cities are Rome, Italy, Busan, South Korea, and Odessa, Ukraine.



Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Approval of Settlement Expansion in West Bank

The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat
The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Saudi Arabia Condemns Israeli Approval of Settlement Expansion in West Bank

The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat
The flag of Saudi Arabia. Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia condemned on Saturday the approval by Israel’s security cabinet to expand settlements in the occupied West Bank.

A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said “the Kingdom firmly rejects the continuous Israeli violations of international law and resolutions of international legitimacy.”

It also cautioned about “the severe consequences of the practices of the Israeli occupation authorities, given the lack of international accountability.”

The ministry said the Israeli violations undermine the prospects for peace and exacerbate conflicts, destabilizing the region and the world.