OSAKA: The GCC pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka are turning heads — and rightly so. Dressed in desert hues and coast-inspired tones, these national showcases from the Gulf region are making waves with themes of innovation, humanity, and sustainability.
At the centre of the action is Saudi Arabia’s pavilion, the second-largest after Japan’s. It dazzles with seven immersive halls, combining culture and cutting-edge technology. The Kingdom is putting its best foot forward, with over 700 events highlighting its strengths in urban planning, energy, space, and global partnerships.
Kuwait’s pavilion flips time on its head — taking visitors from the future to the past using digital tools and storytelling. It shines a spotlight on Kuwaiti women in science, media, and engineering, plus a kids’ zone that’s both fun and futuristic. All this supports Kuwait Vision 2035.
Oman’s pavilion brings calm and reflection with a water-inspired space modelled on the Falaj irrigation system. Light, sound, and water flow together to express the nation’s harmony with nature — celebrating land, people, and tradition.
Bahrain, true to its maritime roots, makes a splash with an all-wood pavilion echoing traditional ships. It’s a five-senses journey fusing legacy with modern artistry.
Meanwhile, Qatar’s pavilion is split between land and sea — a poetic nod to its environmental vision. With a strong focus on sustainable living and human development, the space underlines the nation’s bold ambitions for better living globally.
Together, these six pavilions represent a unified GCC vision: future-ready, culture-rich, and deeply people-centric — lighting up Osaka with purpose.
