Five things to know about Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar

Scheduled to start on 2nd October, 2023, Expo 2023 Doha, Qatar will be unique in many ways. Held under the Theme “Green Desert, Better Environment”, this year’s Expo will launch the global call to fight desertification and join forces to ensure food security and access to water – particularly through technology and innovation.

1. Qatar will be the first Arab country to host an A1 World Horticultural Expo.

After the incredible FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, Qatar is showing another facet of its development strategy to the world – this time, focused on sustainability and building a green future, even in the most arid of places.

2. Four key sub-themes will drive Expo content – Modern Agriculture,Technology & Innovation, Environmental Awareness and Sustainability. Inviting participants to highlight these sub-themes in their pavilions, Expo 2023 Doha will become a global platform for cooperation, seeking common solutions to the most pressing environmental challenges.

3. Expo 2023 Doha is committed to sustainability and will integrate it into its operations.

Using sustainable materials and 3D-printed biodegradable structures and running an efficient recycling policy while capitalising on the World Cup infrastructure, Expo 2023 Doha will demonstrate “sustainability by design” and aims to further elevate sustainability standards for global events in the region and across the world.

4. Al Bidda Park will be the venue for Expo 2023 Doha.

Doha’s iconic park overlooks the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf. It is strategically located close to the historic part of the city, including the famous market Souq Waqif, Msheireb area that blends tradition with modernity, as well as the Museum of Islamic Art and the Harbour for Qatar’s traditional boats – dhows.

5. Expo 2023 Doha will offer concerts, entertainment, and culinary delights. Beyond being a large-scale horticulture and sustainability-focused event and a platform for highlevel cooperation in the sector, Expo 2023 Doha will also become a vibrant cultural and entertainment destination for all. Hosting concerts, performances, public talks and many F&B venues, Expo 2023 Doha will have amazing horticultural displays and will offer something for every visitor, from sustainability experts to families, kids, and foodies.

I settori / Key sectors:

Florovivaismo / Horticulture

Verde Urbano / Landscape

Tecnologie / Technologies

Innovazione / Innovation