Saudi Gazette report

RIYADH — Abdulaziz Alghannam, senior general director of Expo 2030 Riyadh, underscored the enduring legacy of Riyadh Expo 2030 during his address at the International MICE Summit in Riyadh on Monday.

“The legacy of the Riyadh Expo will last forever, that's for sure,” Alghannam affirmed, while emphasizing the transformative impact of the event on Riyadh and the global stage.

Reflecting on Riyadh’s historic achievement in securing Expo 2030, he highlighted the Kingdom’s resounding victory, stating, “It’s been a year since Riyadh won Expo 2030 against very tough competitors. For the first time in Expo history, a country secured 119 out of 160 votes in the first round, demonstrating the world’s confidence in Riyadh to deliver an unprecedented Expo,” he said.

Alghannam expressed the ambitious vision driving Riyadh Expo 2030, noting, “We believe that Riyadh Expo will redefine what a World Expo can achieve. It will inspire the future and set new benchmarks for global collaboration and innovation.”

The event, set to be a transformative milestone, aims to position Riyadh as a global hub for innovation and a model for international cooperation, leaving a lasting impact on future generations.