Saudi Arabia, US sign official participation agreement for Expo 2030 Riyadh

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Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed an agreement for the United States to participate in Expo 2030 Riyadh. This document creates a formal framework to help both nations prepare for the international exhibition. The agreement reflects a goal to improve international cooperation and partnerships. Marco Rubio stated that the event provides a platform to advance American innovation. He also noted that it will help expand opportunities for US businesses. The event is intended to strengthen strategic partnerships between the two countries.

ATLANTA — Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed an agreement formalizing the United States' participation in Expo 2030 Riyadh as an official participant.The agreement establishes a formal framework for both countries to advance preparations for the international exhibition and reflects Expo 2030 Riyadh's commitment to strengthening international cooperation and partnerships with participating nations.Rubio highlighted the significance of the event for American businesses and bilateral relations."Expo 2030 is an important platform to advance American innovation, expand U.S. businesses opportunities, and strengthen our strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia," he said.Saudi Ambassador to the United States Princess Reema bint Bandar welcomed the agreement, describing it as another important milestone in the strategic partnership between the two countries."Proud to witness another important milestone in the Saudi-U.S. strategic partnership with the signing of the United States’ participation contract for Expo 2030 Riyadh," she said."The U.S. participation reflects the strength of our longstanding relationship and our shared commitment to innovation, economic opportunity, and bringing people and ideas together," she added.She also expressed optimism about the opportunities the exhibition would generate for both countries and the wider international community."We look forward to welcoming the United States to Riyadh in 2030 and building on the opportunities this global event will create for our two nations and the world," she added.

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