Visitors to the pavilion will also have the chance to discover the world’s oldest musical notation.

Visitors to the Syria Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai will be able to see a replica of Ugaritic alphabet, widely believed to be the first alphabet in history, dating back to around 1,400 BC. The pavilion will reveal more about the development of writing and the alphabet in several areas across Syria, in addition to the alphabet’s impact and the influence of the Arabic language on many other languages around the world.

The 100 per cent electric Nissan Ariya, the brand’s most technologically advanced car to date, will enjoy its regional debut during Expo.

The all-new Nissan Ariya, a 100 per cent electric crossover SUV, will make its Middle East bow at Expo 2020 Dubai, offering millions of visitors a glimpse into how the Japanese carmaker plans to drive the future of mobility.

The Ariya represents Nissan’s most technologically advanced car to date, and will be central to the offering from Expo 2020’s Official Automotive Partner at the first World Expo in the Arab world.

Aston Martin is proud to present the cinematic debut of the brand’s first SUV, DBX. The company’s first short film has been directed by the Oscar-nominated, Italian director Luca Guadagnino, and stars the award-winning British actor Josh O’Connor.

Aston Martin is proud to unveil its new film, directed by Luca Guadagnino, working alongside an impressive creative support team. With art direction by Peter Saville, the film features O’Connor, most recently seen starring as Prince Charles in ‘The Crown.’

Leading urban design and planning specialists and government officials from around the world gathered virtually to deliberate how Dubai and other cities can be highly liveable places — spaces that foster business ecosystems as well as support balanced natural and urban environments.

The Executive Council of Dubai panel discussion talked about how we can effectively transform our cities in order to make them more resilient, robust and adaptable for future generations.

Dining experience brings together some of world’s top African Chefs to celebrate continent’s vibrant, diverse cuisines.

Visitors to Expo 2020 are set to enjoy the flavours and traditions of Africa at Alkebulan, a unique dining hall that will shine a spotlight on the wide array of contemporary food and music from across the colourful continent.

Official Food Delivery Provider’s cloud kitchen brings together 30 concepts, autonomous delivery, and a robotic ice-cream confectioner and a barista.

Millions of visitors to Expo 2020 will showcase the future of food delivery experiences from talabat, which has been named Official Food Delivery Provider for the world’s biggest cultural gathering.

Talabat Kitchen, an innovative, sustainable two-storey cloud kitchen, will offer 30 brands and 15 different cuisines, with 10 autonomous delivery vehicles, plus a robotic ice-cream confectioner and barista.

Volunteers will play an essential role in welcoming the world to the UAE once the World Expo opens its doors.

As the UN commemorates International Youth Day, Expo 2020 Dubai has revealed that UAE Nationals make up 61 per cent of all volunteers ages 18-24 within its 30,000-strong volunteer workforce.

The largest programme of its type in the UAE, Expo 2020 Volunteers will play an essential role in welcoming the world to the country, helping to showcase ideas and cultures from all over the world once Expo 2020 opens to the world on 1 October.

UAE farms that are making a way forward to creating a more sustainable environment and healthier world.

Founded in 1981 by the Founding Father of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Al Ain Farms was the first dairy company in the UAE to start dairy operations and provide fresh food to the nation.

From Beirut to Bucharest... Toni Makhoul will send a ray of light to the world preforming “LE GRAND SPECTACLE” live at
THE ROMANIAN NATIONAL OPERA – BUCHAREST ON August 18

Whilst Lebanon is passing through one of its hardest economic and cultural crises, and the brain drain has been at its highest across all sectors; it is time for local businesses to stand in solidarity and support the Lebanese talent scene. For this purpose, ABC launched “BY the ROOTS”: a unique initiative that instills faith and hope in the hearts of Lebanese designers by offering them a dedicated space to showcase their latest creations.