Wednesday 16 / April / 2025
Osaka: A digital platform has been integrated into the Sultanate of Oman’s pavilion in Expo 2025 Osaka, Japan.
Developed by the Omani company ‘YouVerse,’ the platform aims to deliver an immersive and advanced virtual experience, connecting visitors to Oman through rich content and cutting-edge technologies that reflect Oman’s future aspirations.
Ibrahim Saif Bani Araba, Assistant Director-General of the Directorate-General of Arts at the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth, Member of the Technical Committee of the General Commission for Oman’s Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, confirmed that the platform offers an innovative experience developed using extended reality (XR) and artificial intelligence technologies.
The project involved a group of Omani innovators, showcasing Oman’s forward-looking vision and openness to advanced technology.
In a statement to the Oman News Agency, he said, “Oman’s Virtual Platform is not just an exhibition experience—it is a gateway to the limitless potential of the Sultanate of Oman. It serves as an entry point to an AI-powered environment where heritage meets innovation, and tradition seamlessly blends with progress.”
He noted that this pioneering initiative embodies the Oman Vision 2040 as a roadmap for sustainable growth, technological leadership, and global influence.
He added that it represents a bold step that merges a rich legacy with a promising future.
