China Pavilion Secures Gold Award at Expo 2025 Osaka

On October 12, 2025, the China Pavilion received the prestigious Gold Award for Exhibition Design in the Self-Built Pavilions category during the Awards Ceremony at Expo 2025 Osaka. This recognition, bestowed by the International Exhibitions Bureau (BIE), marks a significant milestone as it is the first time that China has won a gold award at a comprehensive overseas World Expo.

The event saw participation from 158 countries and regions, along with seven international organizations, showcasing a rich diversity of pavilions. The awards were determined by an international jury comprised of nine experts from fields including exposition, architecture, exhibition, and art. Each award category considered various aspects of pavilion design, including exhibition layout, architectural integrity, and thematic development.

Highlights of the China Pavilion

Spanning approximately 3,500 square meters, the China Pavilion was one of the largest foreign self-built pavilions at the Expo. Under the theme “Building a Community of Life for Man and Nature—Future Society of Green Development,” the pavilion presented its narrative through three thematic chapters: “Harmony between Humanity and Nature,” “Green Mountains and Clear Waters,” and “Endless Vitality.”

The exhibition emphasized over 5,000 years of ecological wisdom inherent in Chinese civilization, showcasing China’s philosophy and achievements in green development. It also proposed a collaborative vision for global efforts in creating a community with a shared future for humanity.

Throughout the duration of Expo 2025, the China Pavilion attracted more than 1.9 million visitors, averaging over 10,000 guests per day. This included over 280 dignitaries and prominent figures from more than 90 countries, as well as nearly 100 Japanese political leaders and former officials who attended various events hosted at the pavilion.

Recognition and Future Collaboration

Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), and Li Qingshuang, Vice Chairperson of the CCPIT and Chief Government Representative of the China Pavilion, represented China at the award ceremony. The CCPIT coordinated China’s participation in Expo 2025 Osaka on behalf of the Chinese government.

The Gold Award for Exhibition Design places the China Pavilion among the elite, with the Saudi Arabia Pavilion receiving gold for architecture and landscape, and the Italy Pavilion for theme development. These awards reflect the competitive nature of large self-built pavilions, which have historically been among the most prestigious recognitions at World Expos.

The China Pavilion’s success at Expo 2025 not only highlights its architectural and thematic excellence but also its role in fostering international dialogue and cooperation on sustainable development. The impressive visitor turnout and engagement underscore the pavilion’s significance as one of the most visited and popular national pavilions throughout the event, paving the way for ongoing collaboration in global development efforts.