Expo 2023 Doha/ Kuwait Pavilion Highlights Countries Efforts in Combating Desertification

 

 

Doha, October 04 (QNA) - The Kuwaiti pavilion at the Horticultural Expo 2023 Doha showcases Kuwait's efforts in combating desertification, managing water resources, and promoting sustainable development.

The Kuwaiti pavilion is divided into two areas, a main corridor, and several specialized zones. The first building is inspired by Kuwait's ancient emblem and includes areas for children's activities, staff offices, and meetings. The second building draws inspiration from Kuwait's modern emblem and houses a lecture hall, conference hall, and a VIP area. The main corridor is reminiscent of the Ahmadi Oasis and features shaded seating areas with mist sprays to cool the atmosphere inside.

The specialized zones within the pavilion cater to various activities. There are areas for children's activities, including water recycling stations for irrigating the pavilion's plants. Another zone distributes souvenir gifts to visitors, and there is the cylindrical museum area displaying environmental harmony and Kuwait's efforts in combating desertification. Additionally, there is a growth and tasting area where visitors can engage in agricultural activities with Kuwait's key crops. The interactive zone showcases Kuwait's natural reserves, providing insights into the Ahmadi Oasis and Kuwait's ecosystems. Lastly, the presentation area offers space for activities and learning, featuring a screen displaying information, maps, and images about biodiversity and natural reserves in Kuwait. It also houses a suspended garden inspired by water towers.

Head of the Kuwaiti pavilion at Expo Abdulaziz Al Ali explained that Kuwait's participation in this significant event will focus on learning from other countries' experiences in combating desertification, environmental and agricultural efforts, and to benefit from their expertise and the latest technological advancements in this field. He emphasized the importance of the topic being discussed at the exhibition, particularly as it is being held for the first time in the Middle East.

Al Ali invited people from various countries around the world to visit the Kuwaiti pavilion and discover the essential plants and technologies it showcases, as well as Kuwait's contributions to agricultural production, water recycling, and desertification prevention. He also commended the considerable efforts of the Expo organizing committee in overcoming obstacles for exhibitors and facilitating activities in all pavilions. (QNA)