DTI reveals 'Bangkota' theme for expo 2020 Dubai.

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The Philippines' Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) hosted a sneak preview of the country's participation in Expo 2020 Dubai.

The DTI revealed "Bangkota", the ancient Tagalog word for coral reef, as the theme of the Philippines' participation at the Expo in October 2020 to April 2021.

The theme highlights not only the country's natural resources but the similarities between the coral reef and Filipinos: both grow into colonies that thrive throughout the world. Expo 2020 Dubai is the latest edition of the World Expo that started in London in 1851. Dubai's 428-hectare expo will feature 190 country pavilions to be visited by 25 million tourists.

The Philippine pavilion will be a 3,000sqm space with a 1,300sqm enclosed area and designed by Budji+Royal Architecture+Design. It will feature five exhibits, an artisanal cafe,l and Go Lokal! stores. After the Expo, the exhibit will be installed permanently in New Clark City.

"Our most important goal in participating at the Expo is to present a country brand that reflects our rich history and our values...