Cyprus celebrates National Day at Expo 2020 Dubai

President Anastasiades was welcomed by Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance and Coexistence and Commissioner-General of Expo 2020 Dubai.

Anastasiades said, "This first Expo of the Middle East and Gulf region stands as an incredible bridging ground of cultures and ideas, promoting collective global action in the face of many challenges we must tackle and the need to invest in building new synergies, in areas such as health emergency response, smart agriculture, food security, cyber security, maritime safety climate change and alternative sources of energy."

He added, "I invite all of you to the Cyprus Pavilion, 'Cyprus, at the centre of where you want to be', which encapsulates one of the most prominent characteristics and strengths of our country: our strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and Asia, highlighting our potential to explore mutually beneficial synergies in areas such as education, arts, culture, gastronomy and tourism, business and investment."

Sheikh Nahayan commented, "Through its participation, Cyprus showcases its location's centrality and potential to be a true crossroad in today's globalised world, while emphasising its rich heritage and the opportunities it has to offer as a destination for business, investment, and tourism.

"The UAE shares relations with Cyprus based on the values of friendship and mutual respect. We also look forward to exploring opportunities for increased cooperation in areas such as education and cultural exchanges that will lead to deep and lasting connections between our people."

Folk performances highlighting Cyprus' culture and traditions will be held throughout the day at Expo 2020 Dubai's Sea Stage at 1500, Earth Stage at 1800 and Sun Stage at 2030, while the country's flag will be projected on the Al Wasl Dome in the evening.

Located in the Opportunity District, the Cyprus Pavilion showcase the very best of the nation's culture, heritage and technology. The exhibition focuses on the island's geostrategic location at the crossroads of three continents, highlighting it as an ideal place to visit, live and do business.