Expos often serve as theaters of national self-presentation, where participation is read largely through the lens of the nation-state. Country pavilions typically tell stories of heritage, innovation, and aspiration through identifiable national frameworks. Official participation is also organized primarily around sovereign countries, reinforcing the state-centered character of these mega-events. Against this backdrop, the United Nations (UN) at Expo 2025 Osaka faced a complex public...

The award season is in full swing at Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan, where more than 150 countries are showcasing their identity, culture, and...

At many Expos, it is disappointing to see national pavilions that function less as spaces of intercultural encounter and more as...