Business Traveller (Middle East)
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Shaped like a falcon in flight, with 28 moveable wings that open and close gracefully, the UAE Pavilion tells the story of the United Arab Emirates as a global hub for travel and trade and the vision of its leaders to create a peaceful and progressive society, with ambitious plans for the future.
Designed by renowned architect Santiago Calatrava and one of Expo’s most striking structures, this pavilion joins Dubai’s growing list of iconic buildings. Inside, a series of immersive exhibits take visitors on the journey of Expo’s host nation, enhanced by an innovative audio experience that includes a bespoke musical score and pre-recorded sounds that are unique to the UAE. Themed ‘The Land of Dreamers Who Do’, the pavilion presents a diverse collection of human-centric stories that represent the UAE’s culture, heritage and values, and the unique characteristics that have made the Emirates such a welcoming home to people from more than 200 nationalities.
‘The Dreamers Who Do’ is a collection of individuals who embody the spirit of the UAE and carry forward the legacy forged by the UAE’s original dreamer, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founder of the nation.
By sharing authentic human stories, the UAE Pavilion aims to foster a sense of connection and shared identity with visitors, while deepening their understanding of the UAE’s culture. It also invites local and global stakeholders to co-create with Expo and the UAE, with the pavilion hosting several social, diplomatic and philanthropic initiatives that encourage collaboration to create a better future.
Highlights:
■ Crossroads – an installation of trade-related artifacts and illuminated route highlight the UAE’s role as a hub for knowledge and culture exchange.
■ Thriving Together – a sand and glass structure representing the transformation of the UAE from a desert outpost to modern city of global significance.
■ The Pearl – a domed theatre presenting a cinematic experience celebrating the UAE values that drive its vision for collective progress.
■ UAE Dreamers – watch short films documenting the people building the country’s future.