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US confirmed to attend 2010 World Expo

(Xinhua)
Updated: 2009-07-02 16:18

WASHINGTON: The United States will take part in 2010 Shanghai World Expo in Shanghai, China, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said here Wednesday.

"Our national pavilion will showcase American business and technology, as well as cultures and values to foster stronger friendship between the American and Chinese peoples as it also demonstrates America's commitment to a forward-looking, positive relationship with China," Clinton told reporters.

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It will be "a perfect opportunity to highlight US innovation, particularly in environmental initiatives, and to share ideas with countries from around the world on ways to create better cities and communities for all our people," she said.

Jose Villarreal, an attorney in San Antonio, Texas, will be in charge of the US participation in the Expo, according to the State Department.

The Shanghai World Expo will be held in Shanghai from May to October next year under the theme "Better City, Better Life."