Background
From 10 to 12 March 2026, His Excellency Nam Lynal, Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Commerce and Deputy Commissioner responsible for Cambodia, led the Cambodian delegation to the 2nd International Participants Meeting (IPM) for the Specialized Expo 2027 Belgrade. The meeting was held in Belgrade, Republic of Serbia, under the chairmanship of His Excellency Sinisa Mali, First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Serbia, with participation by Her Excellency Jagoda Lazarević, Minister of Domestic and Foreign Trade and Commissioner General of the expo, Mr. Danilo Jerinic, Director of Expo 2027 Belgrade, Mr. Dimitri Kerkentzes, Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), and delegations from 137 participating countries.
Scope of Application
The meeting concerned organizational and logistical preparations for the Specialized Expo 2027 Belgrade, including matters relevant to all participating countries, such as themes, timelines, working structures, and infrastructure readiness. It also covered issues specifically related to Cambodia’s planned participation in the expo and bilateral trade cooperation between Cambodia and Serbia.
Key Provisions or Decisions
According to the Ministry of Commerce, the 2nd IPM was organized to:
- Provide updated information on the overall preparation for Expo 2027 Belgrade.
- Present details on the expo’s theme framework, key dates, and planning milestones.
- Introduce the working teams responsible for different aspects of the expo’s organization.
- Showcase progress in the development of major supporting infrastructure, including public transportation, the expo venue, and accommodation facilities for participants.
On the sidelines of the meeting, Undersecretary of State Nam Lynal held a working discussion with Her Excellency Jagoda Lazarević, Minister of Domestic and Foreign Trade and Commissioner General of the expo. The discussion focused on strengthening and expanding bilateral trade cooperation between Cambodia and Serbia, with particular attention to supporting Cambodia’s participation in the Specialized Expo 2027 Belgrade.
The Ministry of Commerce also noted that the Specialized Expo 2027 Belgrade is scheduled to take place over a three-month period from 15 May to 15 August 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia, under the theme “Play for Humanity – Sport and Music for All.”
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
The participation of Cambodia in the 2nd International Participants Meeting for Expo 2027 Belgrade indicates ongoing preparations for the country’s presence at the expo and efforts to deepen bilateral trade ties with Serbia. While no specific regulatory or procedural changes were announced, businesses and investors may monitor subsequent announcements from the Ministry of Commerce regarding Cambodia’s pavilion, sectoral focus, and potential trade or promotion activities linked to the expo.
Official Source
The information is based on an official communication from the Ministry of Commerce published via its verified Facebook page.
