In brief
Pakistan officially signed its contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh, extending its long history at world fairs. The agreement enables the country to build a new pavilion in the Culture District and comes as more than 185 nations confirm their participation.
In Riyadh on Nov. 5 2026, Pakistan signed its participation contract for Expo 2030, the world’s biggest fair slated to open in January 2030. The deal formally commits the country to develop a pavilion, programs and visitor experiences for the millions expected to attend.
Pakistan’s involvement dates back nearly seven decades, and its pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka earned a bronze award for its distinctive design. The new pavilion will be situated in the Expo’s Culture District, where Pakistan plans to showcase its heritage alongside visions for the future.
More than 185 official participants have confirmed their involvement in Expo 2030, signaling fast‑moving construction and creative planning across the region.
Ahmad Farooq, Pakistan’s ambassador to Saudi Arabia and commissioner general of the Pakistan pavilion, said:
Pakistan’s participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh will provide an excellent platform for showcasing our country’s rich legacy in culture, trade, and tourism. Pakistan holds vast potential and extensive opportunities in trade and investment, while our close ties with Middle Eastern countries, particularly Saudi Arabia, will further strengthen our relations with brotherly nations. We look forward to working closely with the organizers of Expo 2030 Riyadh to ensure successful and impactful participation.
Talal Al‑Marri, CEO of Expo 2030 Riyadh, added:
We welcome the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to the growing list of countries that have officially signed their participation contracts for Expo 2030 Riyadh. This reflects the continued progress of participating countries’ preparations as they enter a new phase of developing their pavilions, programs, and visitor experiences for 2030. Through its pavilion in the Culture District, Pakistan will offer an experience combining its rich cultural heritage with its vision for the future. Given the deep and enduring ties between our two countries, Pakistan’s participation holds particular significance. We look forward to working closely with its team and seeing the creative contributions that embody Pakistan’s cultural heritage and future aspirations, enriching the global exhibition.
