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"content": "Thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir. I rise pursuant to Standing Order No.52(1) to make a Statement on a matter of international concern regarding the World Expo 2025. Mr. Speaker, Sir, World Expos, officially known as International Registered Exhibitions, are global platforms where national nations converge to explore solutions to the world's most pressing challenges through engaging and immersive experiences. They attract tens of millions of visitors, enable countries to build iconic pavilions and leave lasting legacies in host cities. The first World Expo was held in 1851 in London, and since then 36 have taken place. These Expos have grown to become unparalleled global events in terms of size, scale, duration and attendance. Since Expo, 2000 Hannover, they have been held every five years, with the last one hosted in Dubai in 2021, delayed due to COVID-19. Mr. Speaker, Sir, the World Expo 2025 is currently underway in Osaka, Kansai, Japan, under the theme, “Designing Future Society of Our Lives.” It actually runs from 13th April to 13th October, 2025, featuring 158 countries, seven international organisations and millions of global attendees. Kenya is proud to be among the participating nations. By the end of June, 2025 over 700,000 visitors had toured Kenya's Pavilion, including Princess Aiko, the eldest daughter of Japan's Emperor and Empress. I wish to commend the following for the exemplary efforts in showcasing Kenya on the world stage; Hon. Lee Kinyanjui, Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry; Ms. Regina Obam, the Principal Secretary, State Department for Trade; Mr. John Olutua, the Principal Secretary, State Department for Tourism and Ms. Floyce Mukabana, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Kenya Export Promotion and Branding Agency (KEPROBA). During Kenya's National Day of Honour on the 24th June, 2025, guests received Kenyan flowers, drawing widespread admiration for their scent and quality. This gesture created long queues at our pavilion and revived interest in Kenya's floriculture sector, which had suffered during the pandemic period. I am confident this exposure will help The electronic version of the Senate Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Director, Hansard and AudioServices, Senate."
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