Neil Halligan

The world's fair attracted thousands during its final weeks

Awarding participation is a longstanding tradition of Expos, dating back to the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London, the first World Expo

Dimitri Kerkentzes said Dubai event showcased some technical innovations that will become commonplace in the near future

About 23 million visits have been recorded at Expo since it opened in October last year

Ivan McKee is in Dubai leading a delegation of more than 20 Scottish companies in hydrogen, agritech and satellite communications

Ireland will be among the nations to celebrate their country day with a St Patrick's Day parade from their pavilion

Teachers and children will be among the VIP guests at the closing ceremony

Free souvenir available to world's fair visitors with 100 or more pavilion stamps

More than 500,000 from UAE schools have taken part in the Expo School Programme

Visits set to boom in last six weeks of Expo

Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed discuss enhancing quality of life in the Emirates

Futuristic transport vehicles are crossover between buses, trains and trams

‘Bring a friend’ promotion allows season pass holders to bring one guest for free during February

Arab pavilions prove most popular with visitors

25 fils fee is first step towards complete ban in two years