Mexico to bring its famous Dia De Los Muertos to Expo 2020 Dubai

  • Date: 15-May-2021
  • Source: Gulf News
  • Sector:Economy
  • Country:UAE
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Mexico to bring its famous Dia De Los Muertos to Expo 2020 Dubai

Dubai: It will be a festival of life, arts, culture and tradition for Mexico at Expo 2020 Dubai. The country will also bring its famous Dia De Los Muertos celebration to share an authentic experience at the Expo, the Mexican Vice-of Foreign Affairs told . In an exclusive interview, Martha Delgado Peralta, Mexican Vice-Minister of Foreign Affairs, confirmed Mexico’s participation at Expo 2020 Dubai, which will run from October 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. She said: “We will bring people — the best talents, artists, artisans and performers — as well as pieces of arts, musical instruments and archaeological objects from Mexico to Dubai.” “Our objective is to showcase Mexico’s culture — its glorious past and present condition which is vibrant and dynamic. We will also showcase our gastronomy, history and promote tourism,” she added. The Mexican vice-minister also praised the UAE for its “successful efforts in combating COVID-19”, noting that “the country is open and prepared for Expo 2020 and we have to learn a lot from the UAE how it handled the pandemic". Peralta said Mexico will have a three-storey pavilion, strategically located at the Expo. Details and design of the pavilion are yet to be finalised