According to the Saudi state news agency, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia embarked on a journey to France on Wednesday. During his visit, he is set to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron to engage in discussions regarding the Kingdom’s proposed bid for Riyadh Expo 2030.
His visit’s agenda also includes presiding over the Saudi delegation during an international Summit for a New Global Financing Pact, to be held on June 22-23, and taking part in the Kingdom’s official reception of Riyadh’s candidacy to host Expo 2030 on June 19, SPA said.
Saudi Arabia officially submitted its comprehensive application file in a bid to host the World Expo 2030 in Riyadh in September 2022.
The Kingdom aims to host the World Expo in Riyadh from October 1, 2030 till March 31, 2031 under the theme “The Era of Change: Together for a Foresighted Tomorrow.”