Phnom Penh (FN), Apr. 4 – Cambodian Minister of Commerce Chan Nimul will lead a delegation to attend the opening ceremony of the EXPO2025 Osaka on 12 April 2025, in Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
“Japan hosts the EXPO2025, under the theme ‘Designing Future Society for Our Lives’, to be held from 13 April to 13 October 2025. Spanning 154 hectares, the six-month event is officially approved by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) of France with the confirmed participation from 158 countries and seven major international organizations. Japan anticipates welcoming around 28 million visitors, including approximately 3.5 million international visitors,” according to the announcement seen by Fresh News on Friday (Apr. 4).
“In participating in the EXPO2025 Osaka, Cambodia has constructed a Cambodian Pavilion inspired by Koh Ker Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it is also the centerpiece of the pavilion. This reflects Cambodia's unwavering commitment to preserving the cultural heritage while showcasing the architectural and artistic excellence of the Khmer civilization. In addition, the Cambodian Pavilion also contains the Kou Prey statue, Cambodia's national animal, and the biodiversity which represents the nation's abundant natural resources. To the left, a depiction of an Angkor Wat bas-relief on the temple wall features the ‘Churning of the Ocean of Milk’, a famous bas- relief that symbolizes Khmer mythology and craftsmanship. To the right, traditional Khmer bamboo houses exemplify Cambodia's architectural heritage. The pavilion's central landscape highlights a panoramic view of lush rice fields, emphasizing the country's agricultural potential and renowned rice products, and hosts a maquette of Angkor Wat Temple. Furthermore, a selection of Khmer products will be exhibited, providing visitors with an opportunity to experience Cambodia's rich traditions and export potential.
This EXPO2025 Osaka presents an opportunity for Cambodia to promote potential export-oriented products and tourism potential to an international audience, particularly to the Japanese market. In collaboration with the Japanese Expo Organizing Committee, Cambodia will host Cambodian National Day on 5 July 2025, featuring an array of cultural performances, artistic displays, culinary showcases, product exhibitions, and thematic forums.
The Ministry of Commerce, as chair of the inter-ministerial committee for organizing and participating in world expositions and international trade fairs, extends a formal invitation to all national and international visitors to explore and visit the Cambodian Pavilion at EXPO2025 Osaka, commencing from 13 April 2025.
For further information, please contact our permanent staff of the Cambodian Pavilion via telephone at +855 86 333 933 or +855 12 777 959, or email at sorn.pitou@moc.gov.kh or chea.putheakolpak@moc.gov.kh.”
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