Space is more than just exploration missions; it has become a resource that provides remarkable economic opportunities. From exploring space resources such as mining asteroids, to space tourism, from designing more economic and sustainable rockets and space equipment to satellites providing broadband internet and invaluable data for sustainable development, the space industry is expected to generate a revenue of more than $1 trillion or more by 2040. 
For the new industry to flourish in a sustainable way, these questions will need answers and everyone’s contribution to shape the right policies. Yet, while women are increasingly making the headlines on the exploration front, they are still widely under-represented in the economic segment of the space sector. Shaping a gender-equitable space sector is essential and beneficial not only for women but for the entire humanity. 

How to ensure that women share equal opportunities in the new space market?

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How women are leading the trajectory of space economy and exploration.

Session agenda - Mission Equality

 Looking into space economy, legislation and exploration through a gender perspective

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Inside Expo: The Next Great Frontier 

Space travel and exploration has captured imaginations for generations and the dream of space tourism is now closer to being a reality than ever. At the same time, with outer space remaining one of our few truly shared resources, peacefully managing this distant realm remains crucial. During this fascinating week, we highlight the latest innovations in space research and travel, while also providing a platform to discuss critical issues.

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How do we safely and productively explore new frontiers?

Learnings and insights from the World Majlis conversations on Space

Insight Report from Space Week

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Yamazaki earned a Master of Engineering degree majored in Aerospace Engineering from University of Tokyo in 1996, then started working for current Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency.  In 1999, she was selected as an astronaut candidate and was qualified as a Soyuz-TMA Flight Engineer in 2004 and NASA Mission Specialist in 2006. On April 5, 2010 Yamazaki was onboard Space Shuttle Discovery on the crew of STS-131, an assembly & resupply mission to the International Space Station.  After retiring from JAXA in 2011, Yamazaki has been serving as a member of Japan Space Policy Committee of Cabinet Office, and devoting herself to space education as an adviser of Young Astronaut Club and a chairperson of “Sorajo (women in aerospace)” under Japanese Rocket Society.  


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Engineer & former Japanese astronaut, JAXA 


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Dr. Michaela Musilova is an astrobiologist and the Director of the HI-SEAS analog space research station. Michaela studied and conducted research at the California Institute of Technology, University College London, University of Bristol, Chiba University, International Space University (ISU) and others. She worked for NASA, University of London Observatory, Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope and was the Commander of over 30 simulated missions to the Moon and Mars. She is also a visiting Professor at the Slovak University of Technology, Faculty at ISU and the Head of Research of the satellite technology company NEEDRONIX. 

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Astrobiologist and Director, HI-SEAS Missions at International Moonbase Alliance

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Shelli Brunswick

Chief Operating Officer, Space Foundation

UNOOSA works to help all countries, especially developing countries, access and leverage the benefits of space to accelerate sustainable development. This is achieved through a variety of activities that cover all aspects related to space, from space law to space applications. The importance of the role of Earth Observation (EO) and geolocation (provided by GNSS) in supporting the achievement of the UN SDGs is of particular relevance. As the Director of UNOOSA Director, Ms. Simonetta Di Pippo, oversees and coordinates the strategic direction and operational priorities of the Office, including the preparation, monitoring and implementation of the work plan, budget and the strategic framework of the Office. 

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Astrophysicist and Director of the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)

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Maruška Strah interest for space deepened during her work at the United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs, where she gained significant insight in the work of both, public and private sector involved with the space industry. Her main area of interest is Space Traffic Management. Her enthusiasm and passion for space will lead her to bringing space closer to people, especially youth and women, working in space and STE(A)M. Maruška is pursuing a PhD in Legal Studies at the Law Faculty of the University of Vienna, where she is focusing her research on Space Traffic Management. Maruška is a member of the International Institute of Space Law, the International Association for the Advancement of Space Safety and the European Center for Space Law. 

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Executive Director, World Space Week Association, Slovenia

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Dr. Joel Joseph S. Marciano, Jr. was appointed as the first Director General of the Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), where he is now leading the buildup and mobilization of the newly created national government agency. He provides executive direction and supervision over the operations of the PhilSA and serves as the Presidential Adviser on Space Matters. He is also a Full Professor of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at the University of the Philippines Diliman (UPD) where he held the Dado and Maria Banatao Professorial Chair. His stewardship of the PHL-Microsat and STAMINA4Space programscontributed to the timely completion, launch and operation of the microsatellites Diwata-1 and Diwata-2, nanosatellites Maya-1 and Maya-2,and has yielded 10 small satellites in various stages of development from 2014-2020. 


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Director General, Philippine Space Agency (PhilSA), Philippine 

Dr. Joel Joseph S. Marciano Jr. 

Studying in two universities at the same time in Boston and Moscow, while being in the U.S. National Gymnastics team, Ksenia used to work in non-profit companies as well as the finance department of P&G Gillette HQ's in Boston. Wanting to implement her own vision and work toward a dream, she then decided to switch gears and pursue leadership of a new space economy startup with a heart in Latvia. Founding Mission Space, in less than a year the company was selected to participate in the top space-tech accelerators across the world, launch their first payload into the stratosphere and receive support from the leading European Institutions.


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CEO and co-founder of Mission Space, Latvia 

Ksenia Moskalenko 

Spire is a pioneering small satellite company, that has launched about 100 satellites (all built within Scotland) to monitor, track, and provide services that help us better understand and mitigate against the challenges we face as a planet. Dr. Khan’s research background in space science allows her to understand and communicate effectively with research scientists in areas of space science, space weather, ionospheric and upper atmospheric science, and Earth Observation fields to discuss potential collaborative activity with industry partners.


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Dr. Hina Khan 

Dr Olwoch is the Executive Director of the Southern Africa Science Service Center for Climate Change and Adaptive Land Management (SASSCAL). She is responsible for providing strategic leadership and senior management expertise in Research, Human Capital Development and the provision of climate services in the Southern African Development Community (SADC). Prior to this position, Dr Olwoch was the Managing Director of Earth Observation at the South African National Space Agency.

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Astronaut Marcos Pontes is Lieutenant Colonel Aviator R1 of the Brazilian Air Force and aeronautical engineer, graduated from the Aeronautical Technological Institute. He holds a Master degree in Systems Engineering by the Naval Postgraduate School, of California, and is a pilot test of fighter jets with more than 2,000 flight hours on 25 aircraft types including F-15 Eagle, F-16 Falcon, F-18 Hornet and Mig-29 Fulcrum. Member of the 1998 astronaut class of NASA, Marcos Pontes is the only Brazilian to go to space. He is also the first professional astronaut to officially represent a Southern Hemisphere country in space. Mr. Pontes has experience as a project manager and program manager, working on international projects in the aerospace industry at companies such as NASA, JAXA, ESA and Boeing. 

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Minister Of Science, Technology, Innovation, and Communications, Brazil


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Women’s World Majlis | Mission Equality: Expanding Equal Opportunities in Space

Back in 2015, United Nations unveiled the Sustainable Development Goals as a means to work towards a better future. Expo 2020 Dubai’s purpose embodies the two main pillars of these goals: sustainability and opportunity. The global COVID-19 pandemic has further proved the urgency of this global agenda. As this mega-event takes place, Expo 2020 Dubai will become the center of commitment and action in ensuring that no one is left behind. The Leave No One Behind Track of Expo 2020 Dubai's Programme for People and Planet features a tapestry of event series that spotlight the importance of opportunity for all, gender equality and much more.

Catalysing Opportunity for All

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A day for everyone with an interest in space, from beginner to enthusiast, this event brings astronauts, popular astronomers and space scientists together to share their latest discoveries and missions. You will get a chance to see if you are fit for orbit, or whether you might like to live like an astronaut on Earth.

Do you want to chat with astronauts? Explore the edges of the universe? 

People's mission

The role of citizens in space exploration for scientific knowledge, innovation and market creation.

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From the 18th-century writers of the Declaration of Independence to the creators of today’s smartphones and social-media networks, innovation and love of liberty have always been at the very core of America’s identity. The USA Pavilion at Expo 2020 celebrates these twin national pillars with an immersive exploration of the past and future of the American spirit.

Hop on board a moving walkway and see the sights across several large exhibit areas. Attractions include dynamic digital presentations on America’s history of innovation, a fun ceiling-displayed science narrative, an enormous replica space rocket and much more.

The United States Pavilion centres on a broad façade decorated with a modular pattern of large white metal stars, evoking the American flag. A screen of lofty vertical metal slats stands perpendicular to the left edge of the structure, bordering a walkway that leads guests inside, while a wide roof screen overhangs the full length of the façade, providing shade.

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With its long, tropical coast and extensive nature reserves, Mozambique is blessed with great scenic beauty – and the country is committed to keeping it that way. The Mozambique Pavilion focuses on the African nation’s promise to preserve its natural wonders for generations to come, offering visitors a time-spanning tour of its past, present and future. Exhibits include a showcase of ancient Mozambican instruments, a colourful installation of kites featuring traditional prints and audio stories of today’s Mozambican innovators.


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See how Mozambique is putting the needs of future generations first by preserving nature.

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Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock MBE is a space scientist whose passion is presenting science to a general audience and demonstrating that you ‘don’t need a brain the size of a small planet’ to understand, participate in and enjoy science. She currently presents Sky at Night on BBC 4, Mini Stargazing for Cbeebies and is a panellist on Sky One’s successful science quiz show, ‘Ducks Quack Don’t Echo’. She has published two books ‘The Sky at Night’s Book of the Moon’ (BBC Books, 2018) and ‘Dr Maggie’s Grand Tour of the Solar System’ (Michael O’Mara, 2019).  Maggie has recently been announced as President of the British Science Association. Maggie studied at Imperial College where she obtained her degree in Physics and her PhD in Mechanical Engineering. 

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Dr. Maggie Aderin-Pocock

Susan Murabana Owen, CEO and Co-Founder of the Travelling Telescope, Africa - a social enterprise dedicated to promoting astronomy in Africa. The Travelling Telescope won the Europlanet award for science engagement 2020. Susan serves on the board of World Space Week; she is the president of African Planetarium Association and serves on the board of International Planetarium Association. She is the national co-ordinator of Astronomers without Borders and Universe Awareness; and has been featured on CNN African voices, BBC and other local and international media houses. Selected for her science communication and outreach expertise and passion for quality education for all.

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Catherine Heymans is the Astronomer Royal for Scotland, Professor of Astrophysics at the University of Edinburgh and Director of the GCCL Institute at the Ruhr University Bochum, Germany. She specialises in observing the dark side of our Universe using deep sky observations to test our need to go beyond Einstein with our current theory of gravity.  Catherine has co-authored over 200 articles in scientific journals and written the popular science book “The Dark Universe”. Catherine shares her research with the public, both virtually through a Massive Open Online Course `AstroTech' and in-person through a range of events including Art, Music and Science Festivals. In recognition of her work she was awarded the 2017 Darwin Lectureship from the Royal Astronomical Society and the 2018 Max-Planck Humboldt Research Award. 

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Astronomer Royal for Scotland, Institute for Astronomy, The University of Edinburgh

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Omran is Project Director of the Emirates Mars Mission (EMM) at the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC). He and his team are responsible for developing, launching, and operating the Hope Probe, the spacecraft of the mission. Omran has worked on the project from its initial conception and developed all the necessary capabilities and partnerships at MBRSC, effectively transitioning the organisation from one that focused on earth observation satellites to one that develops interplanetary exploration missions. Prior to EMM, Omran was Director of the Programs Management Department at MBRSC.
Omran earned his bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Virginia, USA, and his Master's in Science and Technology Policy from the Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), South Korea.

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Project Director, Emirates Mars Mission (Hope Probe), Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre

Vera Mulyani is a critically acclaimed visionary architect, futuristic and eco-sustainable urban design influencer.  For the past 20 years, Vera's practice of architecture and science has been evolving to reach an interplanetary scale, pioneering the Mars Architecture (Marschitecture) movement through her privately funded Mars City Design innovation lab. Vera envisions to build the prototype of the Mars habitats applicable for the Moon and Earth to demonstrate solutions to climate change, from water recycling to clean energy production. Vera also founded a non-profit Space science and art educational platform, the Mars City Foundation, to give future generations the knowledge and training required to access the space industry workforce.
Vera teaches Systems Engineering at the Loyola Marymount University.


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CEO and Founder, Chief Visionary of Marschitecture.

Sultan Saif AlNeyadi Astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi is an Emirati astronaut, who was the back-up for Hazzaa AlMansoori, in the UAE’s first scientific mission to the International Space Station (ISS), on 25 September 2019, under the slogan ‘Zayed’s Ambition’. Training: In preparation for the mission, AlNeyadi began his training on 3 September 2018, at the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre at Star City in Moscow, based on an agreement with Roscosmos. 
He also received training in Houston in Texas, and Cologne in Germany, as part of partnership agreements with major space agencies, including NASA, ESA, and JAXA. The training programme, prepared specifically for the 25 September mission, included various topics.

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Born in 1988 in Dubai, Mohammed AlMulla obtained a commercial pilot’s license from the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA)m at the age of 19 to become the youngest pilot in Dubai Police. He then set another record, becoming the youngest trainer in the same organisation at 28 years, after getting his pilot trainer license from GCAA. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in law and economics and an Executive Master of Public Administration from the Mohammed Bin Rashid School of Government.
AlMulla is currently Head of Training of the Air Wing Centre at Dubai Police. He has received the Bravery Medal from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the Commander in Chief Award for the Best Officer in a Specialised Field, in addition to the Dubai Police Global Excellence Award.

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Christer Fuglesang is a former ESA astronaut and professor at KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Director of KTH Space Center. He also consults for Saab, where he is in the Strategy Group. Fuglesang was a Fellow at CERN 1988-1990. He became an ESA astronaut in 1992 and made two space missions in 2006 and 2009 with the space shuttle Discovery to ISS. Retired from ESA 2017 and became employed by KTH in Stockholm.

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Professor, KTH Royal Institute of Technology

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Hazza Al Mansoori

Nora AlMatrooshi was born in 1993 and she is from the emirate of Sharjah. She obtained a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the United Arab Emirates University in 2015 along with training from the Vaasa University of Applied Sciences in Finland. AlMatrooshi is a member of The American Society of Mechanical Engineers and is currently working as an engineer at the National Petroleum Construction Company, with five years of practical experience in her field. Her career accomplishments include managing engineering projects for the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) and Saudi Aramco. She was also the vice president of the Youth Council for three consecutive years at the National Petroleum Construction Company. 

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Sergei Krikalev is a Russian cosmonaut and Executive Director for Human Space Programs of the "Roscosmos" State Space Corporation.
After graduating from the Leningrad Mechanical Institute and earning a degree in mechanical engineering in 1981 Sergei Krikalev became an engineer and four years later became a civilian trainee cosmonaut. He was selected as a cosmonaut in 1985. Sergei Krikalev has made 6 space flights from 1988 to 2005. Sergei has made eight spacewalks (EVA) and for 10 consecutive years held the world record for the longest duration in space - 803 days, 9 hours and 42 minutes. While in space in December 1991, his return was delayed and he stayed on the MIR space station board for 311 consecutive days, when the Soviet Union was dissolved.

Sergei Krikalev

Prominent Rocket Scientist, Former Cosmonaut and Executive Director, State Space Corp ROSCOSMOS

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Abdulla Almarar manages the Space Projects Section at the UAE Space Agency (UAESA). Eng. Almarar joined the UAE Space Agency shortly after its establishment in 2014 as Space Technology Senior Specialist in the Space Mission Directorate and moved his way up to Section Head of Space Projects in mid-2018. He is a member of the mechanical team at Emirates Mars Mission (Hope Probe), and the Project Manager of MeznSat, the UAESA’s first Scientific CubeSat detecting Methane & CO2 emissions over the UAE. He holds a BSc in Aerospace Engineering and a Masters degree in Aviation Industry Management from Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology in Melbourne, Australia.

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Manager, Space Projects Section, UAE Space Agency

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Dr. NOGUCHI Soichi (Ph.D.) was born in 1965 in Kanagawa. In 2005, he participated in an International Space Station (ISS) assembly mission aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery, and acted as leader of three Extravehicular Activities. In 2009, Dr. NOGUCHI Soichi flew as the first Japanese left-seater on the Soyuz spacecraft. As a Flight Engineer on ISS Expeditions 22 and 23, Dr. NOGUCHI Soichi spent about five and a half months aboard the ISS.
Dr. NOGUCHI Soichi was the first astronaut in the world to accomplish three different methods of Earth entry (runway, ground, and ocean), and officially certified by Guinness World Records.
He also holds the world record of the longest gap between two consecutive spacewalks by the same person - 15 years and 214 days.

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Dr. Soichi Noguchi

The People’s Mission: Citizens in Space Exploration

As we continue to push the limits of science, human psychology and physical capabilities, in the hopes of conquering the “final frontier”, new players are turning to space exploration to learn how it can benefit more people equally. 
Once the domain of the “superpowers”, space exploration is now accessible to many new actors, including both national governments and private companies. As the paradigm shifts away from exploration towards a new focus on commercialisation, technologies originally developed for space exploration are proving to be game-changers down here on Earth for more people.
Space research has already led to many positive innovations in areas including Earth observation, health and medicine, new materials, transportation, computer technology, recycling, biotechnology and energy management.
Today — with incredible opportunities on the horizon, from space mining to off-world settlements — new questions arise as to how the benefits of space exploration can reach the whole of humanity.

Democratising the Final Frontier

Powers out of this world

Held in collaboration with Italy and Portugal, this World Majlis examines how space exploration technologies and their associated benefits can reach everyone.

Session programme - Powers out of this World

Powers out of this World - Documents

What benefits does space exploration bring to humanity? 


How can we make the benefits of space exploration more widely accessible? 


With more nations and companies engaged in space exploration, what are the priorities and 
what regulations do we need? 


 What is the next big frontier in space exploration?

Inside Expo: Sustainability I: The World’s Oldest Innovator

Inside Expo: Sustainability II: Harnessing the Sun

The Powerhouse Pavilions

Terra - The Sustainability Pavilion - Audio Guide

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At Expo 2020, sustainability is an urgent, attainable reality, and Terra – The Sustainability Pavilion is the proof. Both immersive exhibition space and exemplar of environmental self-sufficiency, Terra is a pioneering piece of architecture that pushes the limits of renewable design.

The pavilion’s 130-metre-wide solar canopy – so vast that you could park 10 city buses head-to-tail atop it – converts sunshine into electricity for the exhibits below. Artfully funnelled natural light and local plant species, together with technologies that can reduce water consumption by 75 per cent, show the way to a sustainable future.


Inspiring experiential journey through our shared sustainable future

Two immersive paths to choose from: beneath a forest and beneath an ocean

LEED Platinum environmental features, including solar power and water recycling

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Terra is a super-sized marvel of forward-thinking design. The pavilion’s technology generates enough energy in a year to power a Nissan Leaf to drive halfway to Mars, while another system captures moisture from the air you breathe and turns it into drinkable water. Enter and take a fantastical journey through the wonders of nature, humanity’s challenges and the promise of our shared future. 


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Terra is home to five thought-provoking art installations from artists around the world, with each piece demonstrating a response to the issue of sustainability.

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Young visitors can explore a fantastical world inspired by Terra's very own octopus, Octavia.

Octavia's Playground

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Explore the pavilion's materials which begin with the concept of circularity.

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Italy’s voyage to Expo 2020 began long before opening day, when three custom-crafted boats set sail from Venice, Genoa and Naples. Nearly 10,000 kilometres later, the vessels arrived in Dubai and were hoisted up on steel pillars to form the roof of the Italy Pavilion, a striking showcase of culture, science and the nautical arts.

Inside the pavilion, beyond a dramatic veil of LED strands, stylish exhibits await. See a five-metre-tall 3D-printed replica of Michelangelo’s legendary David statue, learn about algae at a cluster of naturally multicoloured pools or gaze up and contemplate the fanciful hanging gardens embedded in the boats’ hulls.


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The Italy Pavilion at Expo 2020 is a dramatic, open structure reminiscent of a giant carnival tent, with a swooping canopy and a layer of 20-metre-tall white strands surrounding its interior like a veil. A set of high steel pillars support its imaginative roof, which is formed from the hulls of three boats.  

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For centuries, Portuguese explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan sailed the world, creating new connections with Africa, India and beyond. Now at Expo 2020, the country is honouring its heritage of multiculturalism at the Portugal Pavilion, a celebration of diversity and inclusion.

The pavilion’s theme is “A World in One Country”, and you’ll see this idea reflected in its exhibits, including the dynamic digital faces that welcome you and a garden area that showcases Portugal’s biodiversity. Other attractions include tours of the country’s aerospace industry and “blue” ocean economy, as well as the best of Portuguese cuisine.


Authentic Portuguese cuisine at the pavilion’s restaurant

Interactive library featuring graphic panels and interactive projections 

Wide-ranging celebration of Portugal’s diversity

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With tall sail-shaped façades that rise high into the air, the Portugal Pavilion recalls a white sailing ship cruising through Expo 2020, much as Portuguese explorers like Ferdinand Magellan, featured within, once sailed across the globe. 

The pavilion’s bottom level is open in the centre, with sturdy grey structures to either side. Resting upon these is the broad main exhibit hall, a squared-off take on the caravel, a 15th century Portuguese boat design renowned for its speed. Its four rectangular sails stand tall at various heights. 


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Saeed Al Gergawi is the Director of the Dubai Future Academy, the capacity-building arm of the Dubai Future Foundation, which works in building and develop capacity in future foresight by empowering leaders with the skills necessary to adapt to the future. Prior to joining the Dubai Future Foundation, Saeed worked as the Program Manager for the “Mars 2117” initiative at the Mohammed bin Rashid Space 
Centre, the UAE’s 100-year space exploration strategy. In addition, Saeed was a member of the strategic planning team for the Emirates Mars Exploration Project “Probe of Hope”. 

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Lavagna graduated with a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Politecnico di Milano. She is a member of the EU- Copernicus Academy, an affiliated member of Istituto Nazionale di Astrofisica (INAF) and a 
member of the HESAC (Human & robotic Exploration Advisory Group) of ESA. Furthermore, she is an expert evaluator for the EC in the Horizon 2020 framework, a member of the WG for the AIDA-HERA mission to binary asteroid (NASAESA), a member of the PROSPECT package science User Group for the Moon landing mission; coordinator for the drilling WG, a member of the European Space Agency Lunar Sample Return 
Science Definition Team and a member of the International Academy of Astronautics.

Professor in Flight Mechanics at Politecnico di Milano, Italy 

Professor Michèle Lavagna

The Atlantic International Research Centre is an international collaborative framework to address global challenges and local priorities in the Atlantic Ocean. It promotes an integrative approach to space, climate, ocean, and energy in the Atlantic, supported by emerging technological innovations and advances in data science, and through South-North and North-South cooperation. 

CEO of AIR Centre – Atlantic International Research Centre, Portugal

Women’s World Majlis | Mission Equality: Expanding Equal Opportunities in Space

How to ensure that women share equal opportunities in the new space market?

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Naoko Yamazaki

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Dr. Michaela Musilova

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Shelli Brunswick

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Maruška Strah

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Dr. Joel Joseph S. Marciano Jr.

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Naoko Yamazaki

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Dr. Michaela Musilova

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Shelli Brunswick

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How to ensure that women share equal opportunities in the new space market?

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Space Week.

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This event is part of the
Leave No One Behind.