Bhutan celebrated the Expo National Day in Osaka, Japan on 2nd May 2025. The event was graced by the Honorable Lyonpo Namgyal Dorji, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment (MoICE) and His Excellency Akiyoshi Kato, State Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry, Japan, along with official delegates, friends of Bhutan, and Bhutanese living in Japan.
Expo National Days are designated occasions to honor the participation of Official Participants formally represented at the Expo. These National Days are intended to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of each participant’s unique culture while promoting international goodwill and cooperation. On these special days, Official Participants host a range of ceremonies and cultural programs, inviting distinguished guests from Japan and around the world, as well as the general public, to celebrate and experience the rich diversity of global cultures and traditions.
At the invitation of the Government of Japan, Bhutan is participating in Expo 2025 under the national theme “Saving Lives for a Happy Future” showcasing its approach to development through five key themes aligning with the philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH) – Happy Future, Promotion of Good Governance, Preservation and Promotion of Culture, Environmental Conservation, and Sustainable Socio-Economic Development. Each theme is being showcased through immersive exhibits, videos, events, and interactive activities. These elements come together to tell a cohesive story, offering visitors a meaningful glimpse into Bhutan’s distinctive approach to development.
Bhutan’s participation in the Expo 2025 is spearheaded by the Department of Trade, MoICE in collaboration with key government agencies. There is also a commercial pavilion outsourced to the private sector, which is serving as a platform to showcase, promote, and sell a diverse range of locally made Bhutanese products to an international audience.
There are over 158 countries, regions, and international organizations participating in the expo featuring cutting-edge innovations, exhibits and knowledge-sharing sessions aimed to bring together diverse perspectives, foster collaboration, and generate innovative solutions to address global challenges. Over 28 million visitors are expected to attend during the event. Till date, around 10,000 visitors are visiting the Bhutan pavilion daily.
The Bhutan Pavillion is open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM and it warmly welcomes all visitors to experience Bhutan and its values, development philosophy, and aspirations with the global community. The Expo will run until 13 October 2025 at Yumeshima, Osaka.
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