What is an International Exposition?
Just like universal exhibitions, international expos offer a unique opportunity for one country to invite other countries from all over the world to a designated city to showcase what they do best - to serve the advancement of mankind.
Under the auspices of their governing body, expos under the Bureau International des Expositions (World Expo Organisation - BIE) host the pavilions of participating countries and attract millions of visitors.
| There are two types of Exhibitions | ||
| World Exhibitions | International Exhibitions | |
| When? |
Every 5 years | In-between two World Exhibitions |
| Duration | 6 months | 3 months |
| Organisation | Each participating country builds its own pavilion | The pavilions are built by the organisers, with the stands subsequently personalised by the participating countries |
| Exhibition surface area | Unlimited | Max. 25 hectares |
| Exhibition theme |
Theme of topical and general interest for the whole of humankind |
Of broad interest but also more specifically focused than the themes at the World Exhibitions |
The calendar of Expos is as follows:
- 2012 : Yeosu International Expo (Korea)
- 2015 : Milan World Expo (Italy)
- 2017 : International Expo
- 2020 : World Expo
