Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba expressed his hope that the Osaka expo will help restore global unity in a world plagued by conflicts and trade wars. The event officially opened with the theme of life, world, and the future, and Japan hopes to bring unity and portray a future society. The expo is hosting 180 countries, regions, and organizations showcasing their futuristic exhibits inside unique pavilions. Despite facing dwindling public interest and soaring construction costs, organizers hope to have more than 28 million visitors at the event.