DUBAI – A look ahead to the major events of Sunday 16 January at Expo 2020 Dubai
Republic of Korea National Day
- 1615, Al Wasl Plaza
Republic of Korea National Day performances
- 10 performers will use the traditional Jang-Gu instrument, the most representative drum in the Korean music; 20 performers will demonstrate a Taekwondo fight
- 1400, Al Wasl Plaza
Korea Innovation Fair 2022
- Experience Korean culture, beauty, and food along with innovative technology
- 16-18 January, 1600-2300, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Hall 2A, Majlis, Rooms 1-8 North
Media briefings for K-Pop bands performing at K-Pop Concert
- Golden Child: 1800-1820
- (G)I-DLE: 1830-1850
- Expo Media Centre, Second Floor – Media Conference Room A
Republic of Korea National Day K-Pop Concert
- Artists: (G)I-DLE, Stray Kids, Golden Child, PSY, Forestella and Sunmi
- 1930-2200, Jubilee Stage
Global Goals Week Day 2:
Flagship Event: Global Goals for All
- The panel will address the facts and solutions needed to inspire action around the world’s most prominent issues, including gender inequality and the climate crisis
- Speakers include:
- Her Excellency Mariam Hareb Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and the Environment and Minister of Food Security
- Jayathma Wickramanayake, UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth
- Bill Gates, Co-Chair, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (virtual)
- Register here
- 1150-1615, The Nexus for People and Planet
World Majlis: Power to Change the World
- Access to affordable energy is a basic human right in today’s developing world, and this World Majlis session will examine which energy sources are likely to play the biggest role in the future
- 1600-1800, Australia Pavilion
The Suez Canal Supporting Global Trade Against Different Challenges 2022
- This event discusses the policies and procedures adopted by the Suez Canal Authority (SCA) to ensure the continuity of services provided, as well as the sustainability of international trade
- Speakers include:
- HE Niven Gamea, Minister of Trade and Industry, Egypt
- HE Admiral Osama Rabie, Chairman and Managing Director, SCA
- HE Yehia Zaki, Chairman, Suez Canal Economic Zone
- Guy Platten, Secretary General, International Chamber of Shipping
- Henriette Hallberg, CEO of Fleet and Strategic Brands, AP Mollar
- Keiji Tomoda, Vice President, JSA
- Yasser Zaghloul, CEO, National Marine Dredging Company
- Khaled Abubakr, Legal Consultant, Suez Canal Authority
- 1030, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Hall 2A South
Visions and Journeys
- Join a series of inspirational and educational talks tackling gender stereotypes. Her Excellency Epsy Campbell Barr, First Vice President of the Republic of Costa Rica, will attend the session
- 1500-1600, Women’s Pavilion
Russia: Global Focus
- This conference will be built around issues humanity has faced with the COVID-19 pandemic, Russia’s role, and the decisions that must be made now — to tackle immediate challenges and become stronger
- 1600-1830, Russia Pavilion
Other activities:
How Will We Live? Summit: Do we have enough resources to live in 2050?
- The ‘How Will We Live?’ programme includes keynotes, panels and Q&A exploring how the UK is investing in skills and technologies to deliver net zero, while considering the wider implications of economics, resource and living within planetary boundaries
- 1030-1830, UK Pavilion
Antonina Canal Prem Shakti Company
- Witness multicultural expressions of the art of dance in this flamboyant show. The artists pay homage to the fusion of Colombian and Arab rhythms in both traditional and modern styles
- 1400-1600, Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
DJ Mato Blue
- From Kyrgyzstan, DJ Mato Blue was a resident at Pearl Social by Jason Atherton from 2018-2019 and puts on a show that brings together deep house, funk, disco to progressive house and techno
- 1815-1900 and 2200-2330, Jubilee Stage
Reminder:
Registration for the second edition of the Expo Run closes on 16 January at 2359 GST
- The first Expo Run attracted 5,000 participants and entries for the second edition on January 22 have increased to 10,000
- To register, visit https://www.premieronline.com/event/expo_2020_dubai_run_2_5698
17 JANUARY
Sao Tome & Principe National Day
- 1015, Al Wasl Plaza
Bahamas National Day
- 1615, Al Wasl Plaza
The Bahamas Cultural Dance and Music Show
- Bahamas cultural dance is closely mirrored by the tantalising sounds of Goombay, with two lines of people dancing in synchronised rhythm
- 1900-2000, Jubilee Stage
Global Goals Week Day 3:
Women’s World Majlis: Gender Equality, The Mother of All SDGs
- Without gender equality, we cannot hope to fully achieve any of the other Global Goals. Join us in this Women’s World Majlis to share insights and collectively contribute to building a gender-equitable future
- Will feature discussions with:
- Her Excellency Epsy Alejandra Campbell Barr, First Vice President of Costa Rica
- Helen Clark, former Prime Minister of New Zealand and a global leader in sustainable development and gender equality (virtual)
- Register here
- 1100-1400, Women’s Pavilion
Expo Live Impact Series: Keeping it Cool until the Last Mile
- A panel discussion looking at ways to address healthcare challenges in remote, off-grid areas. The panellists will talk about innovative technologies developed specifically to execute last-mile delivery
- Register here
- 1600-1645, The Good Place by Expo Live
Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week Opening Ceremony and Zayed Sustainability Prize Awards
- This platform – one of the largest in the world – brings together members of the global community to accelerate sustainable development
- The Zayed Sustainability Prize is the UAE’s pioneering global award in sustainability and a tribute to the legacy of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan
- 1000-1200, Dubai Exhibition Centre
European Circular Economy Stakeholder Platform goes global
- The event is an opportunity to showcase what Europe has to offer in the field of the circular economy and to create an international space for front-running EU circular entrepreneurs
- The Power of European Circular Networks, 1000–1130, Netherlands Pavilion
- Circular Opportunities on Building & Infrastructure, 1145–1315, Netherlands Pavilion
- Sustainable Living and Wood, Fit for 55, 1400-1730, Slovenia Pavilion
- Please register via https://ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/runner/ECESP-at-Europe-circular-days-2022
G-STIC Dubai Conference
- The G-STIC conference is one of the world’s largest conferences and key meeting places where technological solutions for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals are discussed
- 0900-1800, Dubai Exhibition Centre
ArtCamp Andorra for Global Goals
- The presentation will be an opportunity to focus on how art can help change the world
- 1600-1700, Opportunity Forum
Other activities:
Performance of the Folk Music Ensemble “Vytsinanka”
- Enjoy traditional music and song from Belarus
- 1000-1900, Belarus Pavilion
Expo Young Stars
- As part of the Expo Young Stars Programme, students will perform and share their stories
- 1200-1220, Al Wasl Plaza
Cultural Week at the Luxembourg Pavilion
- Eight artists take over the Luxembourg Pavilion with their joint project “Mir wëlle bleiwe wat mir ginn” (“We want to remain what we become”). The project reflects Luxembourg’s diversity, variety and heritage
- Until 20 January, 1000-2200, Luxembourg Pavilion
Romanian National Opera
- The Romanian National Opera brings together the country’s greatest voices at a performance to commemorate their 100th anniversary
- 1800-1900, Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
Khumariyaan and Gul Panra
- Pashto singer Gul Panra and the band Khumariyaan will enthral Afghan and Pakistani fans in a mesmerising music concert
- 2100-2200, Jubilee Stage
18 JANUARY
Nicaragua National Day
- 1015, Al Wasl Plaza
Global Goals Week Day 3:
Thematic Business Forum Global Goals
- Co-curated by Dubai Chamber of Commerce, Estonia and UN Global Compact, this forum will highlight and showcase business opportunities, cutting-edge technologies, and progress achieved by the UAE, International Participants and Expo partners relevant to the global goals
- Speakers include:
- His Excellency Abdul Aziz Al Ghurair, Chairman, Dubai Chamber of Commerce
- Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive Director, UN Global Compact
- Eva-Maria Liimets, Estonia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs
- 1200-1800, Dubai Exhibition Centre
Expo Live Impact Series: Innovating and Caring for Women’s Health
- Join a panel discussion bringing to light challenges women and girls face in accessing quality hygiene products and the negative impacts it generates in their lives
- Speakers include:
- Diana Sierra, Founder, Be Girl Inc, from the United States
- Tarun Bothra, Founder, Saathi, from India
- 1600-1645, The Good Place by Expo Live
Water-Food-Energy Summit
- In collaboration with The Netherlands, Jordan and the United Arab Emirates • This trilateral summit is a first of its kind meeting that will provide a platform for exchange of information, promising practices and learnings for increased water, food and energy security while strengthening regional and international policies and cooperation
- Speakers include:
- HE Mariam bint Mohammed Saeed Hareb Almheiri, UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment and Minister of Food Security
- Jayathma Wickramanayake, UN Secretary-General’s Envoy on Youth
- HE Yasmine Fouad, Minister of Environment, Egypt
- HE Mohammad Abdur Razzaque, Minister of Agriculture, Bangladesh
- 18-19 January, 1100-1430, The Nexus for People and Planet
World Majlis | Extending the Revolution to Every Desk and Doorstep
- Thought leaders, visionaries and changemakers ask whether emerging economies can reap the benefits of the Fourth Industrial Revolution
- 1600-1800, Terra Auditorium
Our Voices: The Change Needed
- A panel discussion with change-making Nigerian women, who are making a significant positive impact on women when it comes to political, economic and social issues
- 1400-1700, Abu Dhabi Hall, Business Connect Centre
Open Minds
- A presentation will be held by Open Minds, an NGO that supports special needs children by raising awareness and promoting integration, providing families in need with treatment, testing, training and therapy services
- 1830-2000, Lebanon Pavilion
Other activities:
Outlier Series | Italian Women’s Entrepreneurs
- Event by Cartier International
- 1200-1300, Women’s Pavilion
Century of Styles
- Move through the most iconic moments in the evolution of dance – from 1920 through to the present day
- 1630-1700, Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
Comvita Honey Tasting Pop-up
- Taste the goodness of Manuka. Globally recognised Manuka honey brand Comvita will host a one-of-a-kind honey tasting at the New Zealand Pavilion. This experience is complimentary, but bookings are required: www.nzatexpo.govt.nz/event
- 1300-1600, New Zealand Pavilion
Hip Hop Hooray
- Feel the beat and rhythm as the region’s best hip hop dancers wow audiences in this exciting and energetic dance show
- 1730-1800, Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
Eduardo Guerrero: Faro
- Take a trip across Spain and discover the magic of the country’s lighthouses with Faro, an exhilarating flamenco performance
- 2000-2200, Dubai Millennium Amphitheatre
19 JANUARY
Malta National Day
1015 AM, Al Wasl Plaza
Global Goals Week Day 4:
Next Gen World Majlis | Screen Time vs People Time: How Do We Connect
- Thought leaders and young adults discuss what we would do with our time if we switched off our phones, and what we might create, innovate or change
- 1000-1300, Terra Auditorium
Co-Curated Workshop: Global Goals Storytelling Creathon
- Bringing together creatives and change-makers, this event will explore opportunities to unwrite apathy and uplift stories of progress, enabling you to discover ways to use your creative talents to empower, inspire and achieve the Global Goals
- 1230-1700, Business Connect Centre
Expo Live Impact Series: Helping Women Thrive
- Join a panel discussion highlighting innovative solutions that improve the conditions and open opportunities for women to thrive as workers and entrepreneurs
- Speakers include:
- Claudia Esparza, Founder, Nanas & Amas, from Peru
- Shaikh Saif Al Rashid, Founder, APON Wellbeing, from Bangladesh
- Afzal Habib, Founder, Kidogo, from Kenya
- Keiso Matashane-Marite, Acting Chief, Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment Section, UNECA
- Register here
- 1600-1645, The Good Place by Expo Live
SDG Storytelling Lab
- Through a masterclass with industry leaders and a collaborative design sprint, discover ways to use your creative talents to tell stories that empower, inspire and help to achieve the Global Goals
- Speakers include:
- Rashed Al Falahi, Chief Storytelling Officer, UAE
- Melissa Fleming, Under-Secretary-General for Global Communications, UN
- Yusuf Omar, Co-Founder, Hashtag Our Stories, and former CNN Senior Social
- 1300-1700, Business Connect Centre and Nexus for People and Planet
Other activities:
Outlier Series | Women are the Guardians and Creators of the Most Precious Human Treasures and Traditions
- Abeer Nehme, an emissary of cultural and musical dialogue in the region, will share a video showcasing her travels across the globe, searching for the roots and origins of cultures, folk, and ethnic music
- 1100-1300, Women’s Pavilion
Outlier Series | Women in Energy
- Showcasing prominent female figures and change-makers from the energy sector
- 1500-1700 PM, Women’s Pavilion
Grand Paris Express (from 20 Jan – 21 Feb)
- An exclusive media tour to immerse yourself in the Grand Paris Express, the new temporary exhibition of the France Pavilion
- RSVP: julie.ageron@francedubai2020.fr
- 20 January-21 February, 1600-1800 PM, France Pavilion
20 JANUARY
Global Goals Week Day 5:
Global Best Practice Programme Assembly
- The event will spotlight select individuals and institutions actively designing solutions for change
- Speakers include:
- HE Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and Director General, Expo 2020 Dubai
- Ana María Medina, Laboratoria
- Fariel Salahuddin, CEO, UpTrade (Goats for Water)
- Register here
- 1200-1630, Dubai Exhibition Centre, Hall 2A South
Expo’s full calendar is available here