WORLD’S FAIR

A world's fair, world fair, world expo, universal exposition,

or international exposition (sometimes expo or Expo for short)
is a large international exhibition designed to showcase
achievements of nations. These exhibitions vary in character and
are held in different parts of the world. The most recent
international exhibition, Expo 2017, was held
in Astana, Kazakhstan. Dubai, UAE has been selected to host
WORLD EXPO 2020. Osaka, Japan has been selected to host
World Expo 2025.
Since the 1928 Convention Relating to International
Exhibitions came into force, the Bureau International des
Expositions (BIE; English: International Bureau of Exhibitions)
has served as an international sanctioning body for world's fairs.
Four types of international exhibition are organised under the
auspices of the BIE: World Expos, Specialized Expos,
Horticultural Expos (regulated by the International Association of
Horticultural Producers) and the Triennale di Milano. Depending
on their category, international exhibitions may last from three
weeks to six months.

History
The earlier Expos from 1851 to the middle of the XXth century
The earlier Expos from 1851 to the middle of the XXth century were strongly influenced by
the industrial revolution and the colonial ambition of the time. Material progress based on
technological innovation was at the heart of the exhibitions; and colonial pavilions where
countries could showcase the exoticism of their colonies and the ethnographic characteristics
of the so-called "primitive people" were great entertainment attractions of Expos. During this
"age of progress" the Expos were - as the great German philosopher and cultural critic Walter
Benjamin said -"the sites of the pilgrimage to the commodity fetish" and probably the most
important event of cultural exchange.
The First and the Second World Wars completely modified the idea of technology as a source
of progress: technology could be destructive and its use should be placed under social and
political responsibility.
After World War II
After World War II, the fascination for material progress gave way to the promotion of
human progress and international dialogue. Technology was still at the centre of Expos, but
not as an end in itself, as a means for human development. Expo 1958 Brussels was dedicated
to "Progress and Mankind"; Expo 1962 Seattle was about "Man in the Space Age"; Expo
1967 Montreal was dedicated to "Man and his world."

By creating a peaceful discussion platform, Expos started contributing to the global dialogue
and fostering cooperation, namely with Expo 1967 Montreal and Expo 1970 Osaka that
facilitated the "détente" of the early 1970s during the Cold War.
At the same time, the progress of decolonisation allowed the creation of new countries that
became new players of Expos. The number of participating countries increased year after
year: 39 in Brussels, 62 in Montreal, 78 in Osaka, 109 in Seville 1992, 155 in Hannover
2000, 193 in Shanghai 2010. Today, Expos have become a showcase for cultural diversity
based on equality and respect for all cultures.
Since the year 2000
Since the year 2000, Expos have taken on a significant role of raising awareness on the
importance of sustainable development and addressing the crucial challenges of our time.
Expo 2000 Hannover promoted sustainable development and aligned itself explicitly with
Agenda 21. Expo 2005 Aichi aimed at demonstrating that there was a clear competitive
advantage in designing technology in harmony with nature. Expo 2010 Shanghai was another
milestone, as it showcased solutions for sustainable urban development, in a world where half
of the population lives in cities.
By providing a unique space for discussion and cooperation, Expos aim at being efficient
instruments of progress in all areas linked to sustainable and human development such as the
environment, energy, health or education.

TYPES OF INTERNATIONAL
EXHIBITION
 WORLD EXPO
World Expos (formally known as International Registered Exhibitions) encompass universal
themes that affect the full gamut of human experience, and international and corporate
participants are required to adhere to the theme in their representations. Registered
expositions are held every 5 years because they are more expensive as they require total
design of pavilion buildings from the ground up. As a result, nations compete for the most
outstanding or memorable structure—recent examples include Japan, France, Morocco,
and Spain at Expo '92. Recent Registered Expositions include Brussels Expo
'58, Montreal Expo 67, Vancouver Expo 86, Osaka Expo '70, and Seville Expo '92

 SPECIALISED EXPO
Specialized Expos (formally known as International Recognized Exhibitions) are usually
united by a precise theme — such as 'Future Energy' (Expo 2017 Astana), 'The Living Ocean
and Cost' (Expo 2012Yeosu, or 'Leisure in the Age of Technology' (Brisbane, Expo '88).
Such themes are more specific than the wider scope of world expositions.
The Specialized Exposition, Tsukuba, Japan, popularly known as Expo '85 was held in the
city of Tsukuba located near Tokyo. This Exposition is more formally known as "The
International Science Technology Exposition".
LIST OF WORLD EXPOS
 London 1851  Stockholm 1897  San Diego 1935-36
 Dublin 1853  Omaha 1898  San Diego 1935-36
 New York1853-4  Paris 1900  Cleveland 1936-37
 Paris 1855  Glasgow 1901  South Africa 1936-
 London 1862  Buffalo 1901 7
 Dublin 1865  Charleston 1901-2  Dallas 1936-7
 Paris 1867  Japan 1903  Paris 1937
 London 1871-4  St.Louis 1904  Glasgow 1938
 Copenhagen 1872  Liege 1905  San Francisco
 Vienna 1873  Portland 1905 1939-40
 Philadelphia 1876  Milan 1906  New York 1939-40
 Paris 1878  Christchurch 1906-  Brussels 1958
 Sydney 1879-80 7  Turin 1961
 Melbourne 1880-  Dublin 1907  Seattle 1962
81  Jamestown 1907  New York 1964-65
 Amsterdam 1883  London 1907  Germany 1965
 Louisville 1883  Seattle 1909  Montreal 1967
 Calcutta 1883-4  Brussels 1910  San Antonio 1968
 London 1883-6  London 1910  Osaka 1970
 New Orleans 1884-  Turin 1911  Spokane 1974
5  Glasgow 1911  Okinawa 1975
 Antwerp 1885  Ghent 1913  Japan 1981
 Liverpool 1886  San Francisco  Knoxville 1982
 Edinburgh 1886 1915  New Orleans 1984
 Adelaide 1887-6  San Diego 1915-16  Tsukuba 1985
 Glasgow 1888  France 1922  Vancouver 1986
 Cincinnati 1888  Rio de Janeiro  Brisbane 1988
 Barcelona 1888 1922-23  Seville 1992
 Copenhagen 1888  London 1924-25  Taejon 1993
 Melbourne 1888-9  Paris 1925  Lisbon 1998
 Dunedin 1889-90  Dunedin 1925-26  Hannover 2000
 Paris 1889  Philadelphia 1926  Aichi 2005
 Edinburgh 1890  Newcastle 1929  Zaragoza 2007\8
 Chicago 1893  Seville 1929-30  Shanghai 2010
 San Francisco  Antwerp/Siege  Yeosu 2012
1894 1930  Milan 2015
 Antwerp 1894  Paris 1931  Astana 2017
 Atlanta 1895  Germany 1930  Dubai 2020
 Brussels 1897  Chicago 1933-34
 Nashville 1897  Brussels 1935
LEGACY
The majority of the structures is temporary and is dismantled after the fair closes. Landmark
towers from several fairs are notable exceptions. By far the most famous of these is the Eiffel
Tower, built for the Exposition Universelle (1889). Although it is now the most recognized
symbol of its host city Paris, a number of influential contemporary critics opposed its
construction, and there were demands for it to be dismantled after the fair's conclusion.

SIZE OF LOT per world expo

 World expo 2012- 523 hectares
 World expo 2015-italy- 110 hectares
 WORLD EXPO 2020-DUBAI
Size- 4.7 million square metres of earth had to be moved before construction could
begin at the 438-hectare site, which is situated not far from Al Maktoum
International Airport.

WORLD EXPO
2025-
DESIGNING
FUTURE
SOCIETY FOR
OUR LIVES
Japan was elected host country of World Expo 2025 by Member States of the BIE during the
164th General Assembly on 23 November 2018.Japan will continue to work with the BIE to
formalise its World Expo project and will submit a definitive implementation plan, known as
a registration dossier. This dossier will be submitted to the BIE at least five years before the
opening date of the Expo, so that it can be formally registered by the General Assembly.

THEME
Considering today's global challenges such as economic inequality and social acceptance of
breakthrough technologies, our theme will call on each and every individual to think about
their own aspirations and empower them to realise their full potential.
This will push forward the worldwide effort to create a shared vision of a sustainable society
that embraces all such aspirations.

The theme will be realised and highlighted through two interconnected subthemes.

 How to live a healthy life in a diverse manner

 Sustainable socioeconomic systems

EXPO CONCEPT- PEOPLE’S LIVING LAB

The People's Living Lab is a unique concept that will realise the full participation of all 8
billion people in the Expo 2025. It will enable everyone on Earth to take part in this
unprecedented experiment.

We need to work together to achieve the SDGs.

Japan is already taking action to achieve these goals, using the latest technology and sharing
progress with various countries throughout the world.

EXPO 2025 OSAKA will continue on this path of co-creation in the 7 years leading up to the
Expo.

VENUE- ENVISIONING FUTURE SOCIETY

The venue plan reflects our vision of a future society through its key concepts of
decentralisation and dispersion. Randomly placed pavilions represent individual citizens
across the globe, making the Expo reflective of a future society that will be created by all
people on this planet.

The venue is comprised of 3 Worlds. Pavilion World, Green World (visitors enjoy outdoor
events and glamorous and comfortable camping) and Water World (visitors enjoy night-time
entertainment shows and more).

ABOUT OSAKA
The Kansai region, with Osaka as its hub, is a region with a daring spirit to challenge, a rich
culture that blends the traditional with the modern, and advanced life-sciences technologies
as well as other fields. The city has borne many unique ideas and inventions, like instant
ramen, karaoke, and conveyor-belt sushi that have had great, long-lasting benefits to the daily
lives of many. For more than 1,600 years, the Kansai region, which includes the cities of
Osaka, Nara, and Kyoto, was home to Japan’s capital. Nara was called the eastern-most stop
on the fabled Silk Road, serving as a gateway to ideas and influences from around the world.
Astoundingly, half of Japan’s National Treasures, and 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites can
be found in the Kansai region.

Osaka, Kansai has been recognised one of the world’s safest, most secure and liveable cities.

Osaka hosted a World Expo in 1970 and a Horticultural Expo in 1990.