Doha to host International Horticultural Expo in 2023
With a theme focused on greening the desert and improving the environment, the Government of the State of Qatar has agreed to postpone the Horticultural Expo which will now open in October 2023.
12 August 2020
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has recommended that Expo 2021 Doha Qatar be moved to a future date after reviewing upcoming International Horticultural Exhibitions, that falls under its approval, due to the Covid-19 pandemic repercussions.
With a theme focused on greening the desert and improving the environment, the Government of the State of Qatar has agreed to postpone the Horticultural Expo which will now open in October 2023.
The Horticultural Expo will be hosted at Al Bidda Park and is expected to attract millions of visitors in the context of climate water and soil being indispensable and scarce resources, in addition to a list of objectives that were set in line with Qatar National Vision 2030.
“Although Expo preparations are well underway in Doha, it is necessary to postpone the opening to allow more time for international participants to visit Doha, select their locations and prepare the construction and activities they need.”, said Tim Briercliffe, AIPH secretary general.
Briercliffe continued: “AIPH believe that this date change will ensure that the Expo can be delivered to the highest possible standards. This will be the first AIPH Expo to take place in the Middle East and we are very excited about what it will achieve to stimulate city greening and sustainable development in a desert region.”
“Throughout the Covid–19 pandemic the state of Qatar implemented strategic measures to address the economic and social impact of the pandemic, having said that, and as we recognise the severe impact of the pandemic globally, we welcome the revised dates suggested by the AIPH for the Horticultural Expo. The State of Qatar is always committed to delivering world-class events, and this will not change for the A1 World Horticultural Exhibition happening for the first time in our region. Qatar looks forward to welcoming the global horticultural sector to share knowledge and experience in support of the Qatar National Vision 2030.”, said Minister of Municipality and Environment for the State of Qatar, His Excellency Abdulla Bin Abdulaziz Al Subai.
International Horticultural Expos foster cooperation and knowledge sharing between countries addressing crucial issues related to healthy lifestyles, green economies, sustainable living, education, and innovation.
Hosted in Qatar for the first time in the region, the A1 Horticultural Expo will last for six months starting October 2023. It will include participants representing countries and international organisations as well as cities, companies, civil society, and non-governmental organisations.
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