28 June 2021
H.E Shaikha Mai Inspects the Readiness of Bahrain’s National Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai after the completion of its construction on time
H.E Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa, President of the Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities and Commissioner General of the Bahrain Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, visited on 28 June 2021, the Kingdom of Bahrain’s National Pavilion at the Expo. H.E, Commissioner-General of the Bahrain Pavilion was briefed on the readiness of the pavilion after the completion of its construction on time, four months before the start of this amazing global event.
Commenting on her visit, H.E said that Bahrain Authority for Culture and Antiquities is fully prepared to participate in the expo, which is the largest event in the region, to share with the world Bahrain’s civilizational elements under the national pavilion’s slogan “Density Weaves Opportunities.” In addition, H.E asserted that that the Kingdom of Bahrain’s national Pavilion, with its unique architectural design and rich cultural content, will constitute a platform for creating promising opportunities for Bahrain. The Bahraini youth will have a remarkable presence through a volunteer program designed to invite musicians, artists and craftsmen to take part in this major international event, H.E added.
The Bahrain Pavilion reviews the concept of density and its role in creating promising opportunities. Through a tangible and spatial experience, it explores the density and future possibilities of construction in an increasingly crowded world. It was designed by architect Christian Kerez and in collaboration with the UAE-based Wanders Werner Falasi Consulting Architects, UAE.
Expo 2020 Dubai “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future” will be held from October 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022.It is expected to attract millions of visitors over the six months of its holding, and 70% of its visitors will be from abroad. This gives Bahrain a wider space to enhance its presence within an open commercial and economic environment.
