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Expo 2025 in Japan: five things to know
Expo 2025 in Japan: five things to know
Economy
by  AFP

A multi-eyed mascot, a vast wooden Grand Ring, 160 countries and regions strutting their stuff, and robots and sushi galore: Expo 2025 begins Sunday in Osaka, Japan. - Grand Ring - Encircling dozens of national pavilions is the Grand Ring -- recognised by Guinness World Records as the planet's largest wooden architectural structure.

Japan's World Expo touts unity, and algae, in turbulent times
Japan's World Expo touts unity, and algae, in turbulent times
Economy
by  AFP

World Expo opens on Sunday with host Japan aiming to bring humanity together, despite global turmoil and tepid public enthusiasm for the six-month event showcasing innovation as well as Hello Kitty in algae form. But 55 years on Japan is less of a trendsetter and opinion polls show low levels of enthusiasm for the Expo among the public.