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Malaysia Pavilion Announces Petronas as Premier Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai

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Malaysia Pavilion, led by the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry, has announced Petronas as its premier partner for Expo 2020 Dubai, a six-month event that will take place from October 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022. The partnership aligns with the Malaysia Pavilion's Energising Sustainability theme, which aims to promote the nation's commitment to a low-carbon future. Petronas, the national energy company, will showcase its sustainability aspirations and roadmap to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. The partnership is expected to catalyse other Malaysian businesses to leverage Expo 2020 to build their brands' visibility at a global platform.

Key Takeaways:

  • Petronas will be the premier partner of Malaysia Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai, a six-month event that will take place from October 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022.
  • The partnership aligns with the Malaysia Pavilion's Energising Sustainability theme, which aims to promote the nation's commitment to a low-carbon future.
  • Petronas will showcase its sustainability aspirations and roadmap to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, with a dedicated exhibition area inside the Malaysia Pavilion.
  • The company will also participate in panel discussions, business meetings, and thought leadership forums at the Malaysia Pavilion.
  • Malaysia Pavilion is designed as a Rainforest Canopy, featuring permanent displays and exhibits that reflect Malaysia's unique commitment to sustainable development.
  • The pavilion will host weekly thematic trade and business programmes, encompassing over 10 industry verticals, including education, youth and technopreneurship, trade, and science, technology and innovation.

Statistics:

  • 192 countries and organisations will participate in Expo 2020 Dubai.
  • Petronas aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
  • The Malaysia Pavilion will be open to visitors for six months, from October 1, 2021, to March 31, 2022.
  • The pavilion will feature a 3D animated effect presentation on Petronas' sustainability journey and ventures into new energy and innovative solutions.
  • Over 10 industry verticals will be featured in the pavilion's thematic trade and business programmes.

Sources:

  • "MALAYSIA Pavilion announces Petroliam Nasional Bhd (Petronas) as Premier Partner for Expo 2020 Dubai"

+ Source: Global Data Point

+ Date: 2021

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