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World Expo 2030 will be held in Riyadh as Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 gathers steam.

 



Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, has successfully negotiated to host World Expo 2030, a major diplomatic coup. This accomplishment places the Gulf area at the forefront of important international events, much like Qatar's hosting of the FIFA World Cup did. With an astounding 119 votes, or a resounding two-thirds majority from the 182 members of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) in Paris, Riyadh defeated rivals Busan, South Korea, and Rome, Italy.

The dynamics of Expo 2030 diplomacy emerged beyond the voting, displaying a conflicted sense of relief and disillusionment. Head of the Italian Expo bidder Giampiero Massolo, an Italian, expressed surprise at Saudi Arabia's significant success and warned that the bids' merits would be overshadowed by hidden deals. President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea congratulated the Kingdom, calling it a "key partner" and promising joint efforts to ensure Riyadh's hosting is a success. A key factor in Riyadh's success was the deliberate use of international involvement, which included an engaging video presentation with soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo. The suggested schedule for Expo is set for October 2030 to March 2031.

The triumph is in perfect harmony with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 initiative, which seeks to diversify the economy of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud emphasized the nation's active global outreach, highlighting the engagement with counterparts to grasp expectations and establish confidence, in spite of critiques speculating on the reasons behind the victory. Expo 2030, which Saudi Arabia is gearing up for, offers not only international collaborations and economic prospects but also illuminates the kingdom's path toward a sustainable and diverse future.

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