Pakistan Pavilion to be established in Culture District; Ambassador Ahmad Farooq says global exhibition will provide a major platform to highlight country’s culture, trade and tourism opportunities
RIYADH, Thursday, November 5, 2026 (WNP): Pakistan has officially signed its participation contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh, marking a significant step towards showcasing the country’s rich cultural heritage, creativity, trade and investment potential before millions of visitors from around the world.
The agreement paves the way for the development of Pakistan’s pavilion, programmes and visitor experiences at the global exhibition, reflecting the growing momentum of international participation in the event.
The participation contract was signed by Pakistan’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia and Commissioner General of the Pakistan Pavilion at Expo 2030 Riyadh, Ahmad Farooq, and Expo 2030 Riyadh CEO Talal Al-Marri.
Pakistan’s participation reflects its longstanding historical ties with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and builds on nearly seven decades of engagement in World Expos, reaffirming its commitment to international cooperation, cultural exchange and closer connections among nations and peoples.
During the next phase, Pakistan will develop its pavilion in the Culture District, where it will present the country’s diverse heritage, creative potential and aspirations for the future. Pakistan’s pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka had received a bronze award in recognition of its distinctive design.
Speaking on the occasion, Ambassador Ahmad Farooq said Pakistan’s participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh would provide an excellent platform to showcase the country’s rich legacy in culture, trade and tourism.
He said Pakistan offered vast potential and extensive opportunities in trade and investment, while its close relations with Middle Eastern countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, would further strengthen ties with brotherly nations.
Farooq expressed Pakistan’s resolve to work closely with the Expo 2030 Riyadh organizers to ensure meaningful, successful and impactful participation.
Expo 2030 Riyadh CEO Talal Al-Marri welcomed Pakistan among the growing number of countries that had officially signed participation contracts, saying the development reflected continued progress as participating nations moved towards preparing their pavilions, programmes and visitor experiences.
He said Pakistan’s pavilion in the Culture District would combine the country’s rich cultural heritage with its vision for the future.
Al-Marri described Pakistan’s participation as particularly significant in view of the deep and enduring relations between the two countries, expressing confidence that its creative contributions would enrich the global experience planned for Riyadh in 2030.
Pakistan’s signing comes as preparations for Expo 2030 Riyadh gather pace across the Kingdom. More than 185 official participants have confirmed their participation, while countries are advancing plans for their pavilions and programmes.
Construction is also progressing across the six-million-square-metre exhibition site, with infrastructure development underway and key facilities and assets taking shape.
Held under the theme “Foresight for Tomorrow,” Expo 2030 Riyadh is set to provide a global platform for countries to present their achievements and ambitions, explore solutions to shared challenges and develop new opportunities for the future.
Organized around five thematic areas — Technology, Planet, Humanity, Culture and Collaboration — the exhibition will bring together nations, institutions and visitors to exchange ideas and perspectives on issues shaping the coming decades.
With its participation contract now signed, Pakistan is moving towards presenting its cultural identity, economic opportunities and future ambitions on one of the world’s largest platforms for international engagement — further strengthening the bonds of friendship and cooperation with Saudi Arabia.
