Dubai: A media delegation composed of local and Arab journalists departs tomorrow to Italy to visit the UAE pavilion inaugurated earlier this May in Expo Milano 2015. The trip aims to enlighten local and Arab media about UAE’s efforts to host the world largest exhibition in 2020.

The media delegation is composed of heads of local media organisations that includes UAE Journalists Association, Dubai Media Incorporated and Arab Media Group in addition to chief editors and journalists, including Gulf News.

Mona Al Merri, Director General of the Government of Dubai Media Office, visit organiser, said that the trip reflects the leadership’s commitment to media as a strategic partner in the nation’s developmental journey. Furthermore, Al Marri added that the visit aims to attract media attention to UAE’s participation in Expo Milano 2015, which is the last world exhibition before Dubai Expo 2020.

Al Merri clarified that the visit is an ideal opportunity for local and Arab media leaders to learn about the expo’s details, be acquainted on the concept and spirit of the world expo and attract public attention to the role of UAE pavilion in Expo Milano 2015 in promoting for Dubai Expo 2020.

Al Marri said: “The visit is a perfect chance to explore the international event in its first session after UAE won the bid to organise Expo 2020. We want our local and Arab media to come face-to-face with the world’s largest fair”.