The event saw a concert featuring performances from the Asayel band of folk art along with performances by singers Tony Qattan and Manal Mousa.

It was a happy moment for Palestine at a global platform as glories of the region were highlighted through the Palestinian National Day celebration at the Expo 2020 Dubai, on Friday.

Through the celebratory platform, Palestine’s rich culture and heritage were showcased before the world. A Series of events engulfed the Al Wasl Plaza, as the event commenced with a flag-raising ceremony.

The event saw a concert featuring performances from Asayel band of folk art. Founded in 1994 in Ramallah, the band has become one of the most recognisable in the region, comprising more than 100 dancers and singers. The event also saw performances by singers Tony Qattan and Manal Mousa.

This was followed by a speech by Najeeb Al Ali, executive director of the Expo 2020 Bureau and Palestine’s Minister of Economy, Khaled Al Osaili.

During the event Khaled Osaily, Minister of National Economy for the State of Palestine said, “We express our utmost appreciation and thanks for the efforts made by the United Arab Emirates, in particular the Emirate of Dubai and those in charge of managing Expo in building this World Expo.”

“The pavilion also showcases the business opportunities and latest developments across various sectors, as well as the products that Palestine offers, such as textiles, olive tree wood, cement, food products and more. The exhibits also shed light on the tremendous variety and progress achieved in education, arts, culture, innovation, and technology,” shared Najeeb Al Ali said.

Located in the Opportunity District, the Palestine Pavilion represents the country’s history and highlights its growing tourism industry and busy manufacturing sector. Through the Expo participation, Palestine continues its efforts to familiarise the world with its heritage and identity.