ISSY-LES-MOULINEAUX, France (AP) — In a high-profile showdown, Rome, Busan and Riyadh are the top contenders to become the host city of the 2030 World Expo, with the organizing body choosing the winner on Tuesday.
The meeting started with the candidates' final presentation to be followed by the vote, which will be held behind closed doors.
Political Cartoons View All 1267 ImagesThe Rome campaign also hosted BIE delegates at Paris’ luxurious Plaza Athenee hotel.
The World Expo has a storied history of bringing together nations to showcase technological innovations and cultural achievements.
With the world’s attention turned to Paris, the upcoming vote will set the stage for the next chapter in the rich legacy of the World Expos.
Persons:
Russell Crowe, Giampiero Massolo, ” Rome’s, Psy, Emmanuel Macron, Ferris, ___ Thomas Adamson, John Leicester, Frances D’Emilio, Colleen Barry
Organizations:
Expo, BIE, Paris, Michelin, Eiffel, Saudi, Expos, World Expos
Locations:
ISSY, France, Rome, Busan, Riyadh, Paris, BIE, Issy, Italy, ”, Roman, Saudi Arabian, Elysee, Osaka, Japan, Milan