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WTTC confirms Manila for 2022 global summit
The World Travel & Tourism Council has confirmed the next global summit will take place in Manila on March 14-16. The event will take place in partnership with the Philippine department of tourism.

Alicia Keys drives Expo 2020 visitor numbers skyward in Dubai
Guests have been drawn by world-class music, gripping sporting events, vibrant national days, family-friendly entertainment and sustained demand for the Expo 2020 Festive Pass.

Bartlett joins Global Citizen Forum in Ras al Khaimah
The event took place under the patronage of sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, and welcomed more than 450 luminaries from around the world to the emirate.

New interactive artwork installation at Expo 2020
An interactive artwork of human-sized bowling pins bearing images of women who are survivors of human trafficking has been launched at the Expo 2020 Oasis Hub in the Jubilee Zone.

UAE golden jubilee drives Expo 2020 visitor numbers
During his visit last week, president of France, Emmanuel Macron, congratulated Expo 2020 Dubai for “organising this exhibition and making it a success”.

World Culinary Awards announces 2021 winners
World Culinary Awards – the global initiative to recognise and reward excellence in the culinary industry – has announced the winners of its 2021 programme.

Russia brings musical extravaganza to Expo 2020
Events included a Music in the Garden performance in Al Wasl from the Kuban Cossack Choir, one of the leading folkloric ensembles from Russia.

Russia takes spotlight at Expo 2020 in Dubai
Russia has celebrated its national day at Expo 2020 Dubai with a visit from Mikhail Mishustin, prime minister of the Russian Federation. A star-studded line-up of performers joined the event.

United Arab Emirates celebrates golden jubilee at Expo 2020
The United Arab Emirates’ golden jubilee celebrations at Expo 2020 Dubai kicked off today with a special opening of the portal at Sustainability Gate by members of the Emirates Writers Union.

Expo 2020 to open for free as UAE celebrates golden jubilee
Expo 2020 Dubai is offering visitors the chance to experience the United Arab Emirates’ Golden Jubilee celebrations in full glory, with free site-wide access.