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Poll reveals Expo intentions

Chinese people say they are willing to spend an average of 1,522 yuan ($222) each at the 2010 World Expo in Shanghai on food, shopping and other activities, according to Wednesday's Shanghai Daily.

Belgium looks to showcase 'green economy' at Expo

Participation in the 2010 Shanghai World Expo is very important for Belgium, Belgian Minister for Economic Affairs Vincent Van Quickenborne said on Monday in Brussels.

Shanghai Expo sets June 30 deadline for pavilion work to start

Attendees at the Shanghai World Expo who intend to build their own pavilions for the six-month event must start construction before June 30 this year, organizers told Xinhua on May 7,2009.

Canada aims for destination of choice at Shanghai Expo

"C" stands for Canada, and for the shape of Canada's pavilion at the Shanghai Expo 2010, to be held from May 1 to October 31. But it also stands for culture and cities, which are both expected to make major contributions on behalf of The Great White North next year.

Shanghai World Expo will be a success: BIE president

"I think nobody has doubt that the Shanghai World Expo in 2010 will be a success," Jean-Pierre Lafon, president of the International Exhibition Bureau, said in a recent interview with Xinhua.

BIE: Shanghai World Expo to be best in history

China will become more open by holding the Shanghai World Expo, which will be the best in history, says Vicente Gonzalez Loscertales, secretary-general of the Bureau of International Expositions (BIE).

Mexico won't withdraw from Expo: organizers

Preparations for Mexico to participate in the Shanghai World Expo 2010 were well under way.

Kooky name sought for mascot kookaburra

Xiao Xiao or Le Le? Which "happy" name is best-suited to the cheeky and bold kookaburra? Or is there a more creative name waiting in the wings for Australia's cherished bird and former Olympic mascot?

Opportunity knocks Down Under

Eager to show more than its stereotypical sandy beaches, cuddly koalas and wild outback, Australia will tell the world how it has forged ahead as a pioneer in the fields of education and healthy living at next year's Shanghai Expo.

'Dashan' appointed Canada's Commissioner General for Expo

Canadaannounces on Wednesday the appointment of Mark Rowswell, known as Dashan in Chinaand arguably the nation's most well-known foreigner, as Canada's Commissioner General for the Shanghai Expo.

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