Kuwait Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka showcases heritage, innovation, and vision for the future

Designed as a ‘lighthouse,’ the pavilion embodies Kuwait’s role as a beacon of knowledge, peace, and tolerance in the region, while its sustainable architecture reflects the country’s environmental commitment blending heritage with innovation, symbolizing Kuwait’s progress

Minister of Information, Culture, and State for Youth Affairs Abdulrahman Al-Mutairi described Kuwait’s pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka as reflecting the country’s historical journey — from maritime trade and pearl diving to its emergence as a financial and commercial hub. The pavilion blends heritage with innovation, symbolizing Kuwait’s progress.

Speaking to KUNA during the pavilion’s inauguration, Al-Mutairi highlighted its focus on Kuwait’s support for arts, culture, education, and youth-driven innovation and entrepreneurship. Designed as a “lighthouse,” the pavilion embodies Kuwait’s role as a beacon of knowledge, peace, and tolerance in the region, while its sustainable architecture reflects the country’s environmental commitment.

Al-Mutairi described the pavilion as a message of peace, love, and openness from Kuwait to the world, and emphasized Kuwait’s dedication to participating in international expos to build cultural and economic bridges and present its true image globally.

He noted Kuwait’s strong, deep-rooted ties with Japan across multiple fields and expressed pride in participating in the global event as a platform for cultural exchange and cooperation.

He also thanked the Japanese government and people for their warm welcome and praised the efforts of the Kuwaiti team—engineers, designers, technicians, executives, and volunteers—led by youth who represent the bright image of Kuwait.

Located in the “Empowering Life” zone, Kuwait’s pavilion — titled “Beacon of the Future” — draws inspiration from the country’s marine and desert landscapes, portraying its resilience, vision, and commitment to the New Kuwait 2035 development plan.

Expo 2025 officially opened Sunday in Osaka with record participation from 158 countries and regions. Themed “Designing a Future Society for Our Lives,” the event runs until October 13 on Yumeshima Island, with over 28 million visitors expected.

Highlights include futuristic exhibits like flying cars, iPS-cell heart models, and Mars rocks. The opening ceremony was attended by Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, Crown Prince Akishino, and world leaders.