The first official Expo 2020 Dubai retail store is now open in Global Village.
It'll offer event-branded gifts, souvenirs and memorabilia, including plush mascot toys, Expo2020 wristbands and limited edition gold and silver commemorative coins.
The store will also feature appearances from the Expo 2020 mascots.
"Expo 2020 is just a few months away from opening its doors. Through a variety of Expo-branded merchandise, much of it crafted by local artisans and SMEs, our first official store will offer visitors from the UAE and beyond a taste of what to expect from The World’s Greatest Show," said Sanjive Khosla, Chief Commercial Officer, Expo 2020 Dubai.
The merchandise will also be available at outlets across the UAE including Official Partner ENOC’s Zoom stores, as well as Carrefour and Splash. And, at nine Dubai Duty Free locations in Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central.
Starting October 20, Expo 2020 will run for 173 consecutive days and attract more than 200 international participants, including 192 countries, as well as 25 million visits.
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