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As part of "21st Century Culture: The Society for Thinking About Life," two sessions will be held. The first session, "How Should Expos Be Today?", explores the possibilities of cultural collaboration through expos in partnership with diverse countries and organizations.The second session, "Why is the Humanities Knowledge Necessary in the AI Era?", examines the importance of humanities knowledge in the AI era through discussions on the future of museums, local culture, and traditional performing arts.

【Reflection 】
This program consisted of two sessions: one exploring how future expositions should be conducted, and another considering the significance of humanities knowledge in the age of AI, under the theme of “21st Century Culture: A Forum for Thinking about Life.” In particular, the case study of the Canada Pavilion highlighted initiatives centered on the themes of “SAISEI (regeneration),” “nurturing the next generation,” and “respect for cultural diversity,” drawing on past Expo experiences from 1970, 1985, and 2005. The Canada Pavilion emphasizes the fusion of cutting-edge technology and analog human interaction, offering visitors surprise and joy through AR-based presentations, local staff, and cultural performances. Respect for indigenous cultures was particularly emphasized, with initiatives such as Indigenous Peoples' Day and a joint festival with the Jellyfish Pavilion showcasing multiculturalism. These examples served as a reminder that expos are not merely technological exhibitions but also venues for cross-cultural understanding and collaboration. It was also impressive to hear discussions about how, even in the age of AI, the value of humanistic knowledge that connects regional culture, performing arts, and history to the next generation will not be lost, but rather will become even more important in today's information-saturated society. Through international dialogue, participants reaffirmed the cultural and educational role of the Expo and had the opportunity to learn about diverse, future-oriented models of exchange.
[Post-Expo Initiatives]
After the event, it is important to continue international and regional cultural exchanges by utilizing the knowledge and networks gained through this program. Initiatives rooted in multiculturalism, such as the Canada Pavilion, can be developed into online platforms and traveling events to continue exchanges even after the Expo has ended. In addition, the dissemination of humanities knowledge in the AI era should be promoted through the digitization of museums and cultural facilities and the archiving of regional cultures to improve access both domestically and internationally. In particular, it is hoped that information on indigenous peoples and regional cultures will be disseminated in multiple languages to build a foundation for international academic and cultural exchange. Furthermore, by inheriting the value of “direct connections between people” demonstrated in the discussions, and by regularly holding workshops and cultural events created jointly by experts from different fields and citizens, it will be possible to form a sustainable place for co-creation. These activities will expand the Expo's philosophy into everyday social activities, providing participants with lifelong memories and learning experiences, as well as accumulating educational assets for future generations. Going forward, it is important to continue collaborating with national pavilions and cultural organizations to promote international exchange programs that link global issue resolution with cultural creation.


【Post EXPO Initiatives】
After the expo, it will be important to continue international and regional cultural exchange by utilizing the knowledge and networks gained through this program. Initiatives rooted in multiculturalism, such as the Canada Pavilion, can be developed into online platforms and traveling events to sustain exchange even after the expo ends. In addition, the dissemination of humanities knowledge in the AI era should aim to improve access both domestically and internationally through the digitization of museums and cultural facilities and the archiving of regional cultures. In particular, it is hoped that information on indigenous peoples and regional cultures will be disseminated in multiple languages to build a foundation for international academic and cultural exchange. Furthermore, by inheriting the value of “direct connections between people” demonstrated in the discussions at this event, and by regularly holding workshops and cultural events created jointly by experts from different fields and citizens, it will be possible to form a sustainable place for co-creation. These activities will expand the Expo's philosophy into everyday social activities, providing participants with lifelong memories and learning experiences, as well as accumulating educational assets for future generations. Going forward, it is important to continue collaborating with national pavilions and cultural organizations to promote international exchange programs that link global issue resolution with cultural creation.