Ostrava City Presentation
About the Event
On September 11-12, 2025, the City of Ostrava will take center stage at the Czech National Pavilion at EXPO 2025 in Osaka. Their event will showcase Ostrava as a modern, forward-looking European city built on a rich industrial heritage, now transformed into a dynamic hub of innovation, culture, and opportunity.
The presentation will also feature investment prospects, cultural attractions, and the city’s vision for sustainable urban development in the heart of Europe. English will be used during the presentation, with Japanese translation provided.
Registration needed.
The event is FULLY BOOKED.
Program
Thursday, 11 September | Auditorium | Daisue Hall
15:00-15:30
- Presentation opening — Mr. Jan Dohnal, Mayor of Ostrava, Mr. Ondřej Soška, Commissioner General of the Czech Republic, EXPO 2025 in Osaka
- Premiere of puppet video
- “Ostrava within Central Europe” - Czechtrade
15:30-17:00 Business presentation
- “Discover the Story of a City — where new stories begin” — City of Ostrava
- “Two decades of cooperation between CTP and Ostrava. Building CTP's portfolio of community projects in the Ostrava region.” — CTP
- “City shaping and development for residents across all demographics, from students to seniors, and building civic infrastructure” — Purposia
- Live puppet performance — Puppet Theatre Ostrava
17:15-18:00
- University of Ostrava Faculty of Medicine “Creating a Biomedical Innovation Ecosystem in Ostrava” — Presented by Rastislav Maďar, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine
18:00-19:00
- Guided tour of the Czech National Pavilion
19:00-21:00
- Informal gathering with the Mayor on the terrace for invited guests
Friday, 12 September | Auditorium | Daisue Hall
10:00-10:45
- From Coal and Steel to Culture and Experiences, Ostrava as a metropolis of Industrial and Event Tourism - VISIT OSTRAVA!!!
- Live puppet performance
11:00-11:30
- Culture in Ostrava - Presented by Deputy Mayor Lucie Baránková Vilamová
- Live puppet performance
11:30-12:30
- Sport in Ostrava - Presented by Mayor Jan Dohnal
- Czech-Japanese Centre – presented by Jan Kudla Aikido
- Demonstration by Kokoro Ostrava Club
12:30
- Live puppet performance
- Autograph Session with Ondřej Satoria
13:00
- End of the City of Ostrava’s program at EXPO 2025
About Ostrava City
Ostrava is one of the fastest-developing cities in Czechia and a vibrant center for education, research, and innovation. The city is home to two major universities, thriving business zones, and hosts major international events such as the Ice Hockey World Championship and Colours of Ostrava music festival. With excellent transport infrastructure and an open, welcoming spirit, Ostrava is the ideal place to live, visit, and invest. Find out more about Ostrava City on their website and their official partner profile!
