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Discover fun ways to show your #Hayyakum2020 spirit

From flags and posters, to stickers and frames, the #Hayyakum2020 Digital Toolkit is full of fun ways for you to get creative and show your #Hayyakum2020 spirit in your homes, schools and offices.

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60,000+ get a taste of Expo with the travelling ice cream van!

World Expos have become synonymous with famous inventions like the ice cream cone, and Expo 2020 will be no different! The Expo ice cream van travelled to more than 145 communities across the emirates distributing more than 60,000 ice cream cones and spreading excitement and happiness!
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The World’s Greatest Show in the Making Tour dazzles 3,000+

We welcomed the people of the UAE to the Expo 2020 construction site for an exclusive sneak peek at some of the Expo’s most iconic structures and a glimpse of how we’re getting ready to welcome the world.
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Young Emiratis help Expo say ‘hayyakum’

An initiative from three youths will help showcase the UAE’s traditional hospitality to a global audience. Three young UAE nationals are helping Expo 2020 Dubai extend a warm Emirati welcome to the world through Expo's ‘Hayyakum’ movement, after taking inspiration from the nation’s leadership.
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HH Sheikh Abdullah’s visit to site inspires Expo team

During his visit, His Highness toured the Sustainability thematic district and enjoyed a medley of cultural performances from different nationalities. He was also welcomed with artwork proclaiming ‘Hayyakum’, the Arabic word denoting welcome.
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