Ivanović attends EXPO 2025 opening in Osaka, meets Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Japan

Deputy Prime Minister for Foreign and European Affairs Filip Ivanović attended the official opening ceremony of the World Expo 2025, held on Yumeshima Island in Osaka, Japan. The ceremony was graced by the presence of His Imperial Majesty Emperor Naruhito, Her Imperial Majesty Empress Masako, His Imperial Highness Crown Prince Akishino, Her Imperial Highness Princess Kiko, as well as the Prime Minister of Japan, H.E. Mr. Shigeru Ishiba.

The ceremony was held under the theme “Re-Connect: Circulate, Resonate, Return, Connect,” symbolizing the renewal of connections between people, nature, and technology. Key speakers included His Imperial Majesty Emperor Naruhito, Prime Minister Ishiba, and Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions, Mr. Dimitri Kerkentzes.

Following the ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister Ivanović attended a reception for high-level dignitaries, where he had the opportunity to meet and speak with His Imperial Highness Crown Prince Akishino and Prime Minister Ishiba. During the meetings, the Deputy Prime Minister conveyed Montenegro’s commitment to strengthening friendly relations with Japan and enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

World Expo 2025, held under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” brings together more than 160 countries and international organizations with the aim of promoting innovation, sustainable development, and global cooperation. Organizers expect more than 28 million visitors during the Expo, which will be open to the public from 13 April to 13 October 2025.

Montenegro’s participation in EXPO 2025 represents a valuable opportunity to showcase our national potential and foster international partnerships.