António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, visited the Portugal Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on Friday, 22 August. Accompanied by Joana Gomes Cardoso, the Commissioner-General for Portugal, Guterres explored the exhibition's contents and initiatives, highlighting Portugal's culture, innovation, and commitment to a sustainable, inclusive, and collaborative future.
The visit included a presentation of the Pavilion's main areas, which showcase the nearly 500-year historical relationship between Portugal and Japan. It also included projects related to sustainability, ocean preservation, and energy transition. These demonstrate Portugal's alignment with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and its ability to offer innovative solutions to issues of worldwide concern.
The visit included a presentation of the Pavilion's main areas, which showcase the nearly 500-year historical relationship between Portugal and Japan. It also included projects related to sustainability, ocean preservation, and energy transition. These demonstrate Portugal's alignment with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and its ability to offer innovative solutions to issues of worldwide concern.

The presence of the UN Secretary-General further strengthens Portugal's international visibility at Expo 2025 Osaka. It underlines the country's role as an active partner in promoting global solutions for preserving the planet's resources and international cooperation.
The Portugal Pavilion remains a highlight of Expo 2025 Osaka, having already welcomed more than 1.5 million visitors.
The Portugal Pavilion remains a highlight of Expo 2025 Osaka, having already welcomed more than 1.5 million visitors.
