OSAKA: Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, secretary-general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, said during his visit to Expo 2025 Osaka that the GCC countries’ pavilions showcase their cultural heritage and national visions. 

Albudaiwi, who also visited the Japan Pavilion alongside the GCC pavilions on Saturday, added that they showcase the countries’ influence in global events and enhance international cooperation, according to the Saudi Press Agency. 

The secretary-general also shared that the GCC’s participation highlights its members’ strategic planning, stressing the importance of creating strong relations with nations worldwide.

The GCC members’ pavilions offer experiences that combine heritage with technology, reflecting their commitment to their identity while embracing innovation.

Various countries from the GCC are participating in Expo 2025 Osaka, such as Saudi Arabia, which has the second-largest pavilion after Japan, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Qatar. 

Expo 2025 Osaka began in April and will conclude in October.