Expressions of interest are now open for Territory businesses seeking to export, form partnerships, and make in-market connections in Japan and Asian markets to participate in the Northern Territory trade development and investment delegation travelling to World Expo 2025 Osaka (Expo) being held in Osaka, Japan.
Overview
The NT Government will participate in Expo as a Bronze Partner of the Australia Pavilion. The Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations (DTBAR) will lead the trade development business delegation to strategically leverage the Territory’s economic interests and showcase industry, trade and investment.
NT Government hosted events are planned between Wednesday 24 September – Friday 26 September 2025. Program highlights include:
- Team Territory arrival briefing
- Complimentary full day access pass to attend Expo, allowing visitors to experience in cultural exchanges across the global footprint of Expo
- Exclusive Taste of the Territory Rooftop BBQ, held in the Australia Pavilion
- Australia’s Northern Territory – A Global Asset in the World’s Clean Energy Transformation Luncheon, held in the Australia Pavilion
Download the delegation program.
Applicants should note that the program elements are currently being coordinated and are subject to change. Updates will be shared with successful applicants as details are confirmed.
Who should apply?
Applications are encouraged from Territory businesses / organisations with a genuine interest in making in-market connections to explore trade opportunities for growth in Japan and Asian markets.
Participation costs
There is no fee to participate in the delegation. All participants will be responsible for their own travel arrangements and pay for the following expenses:
- international flights to and from Japan and domestic transfers as required.
- accommodation
- transport costs, such as airport and bus transfers, taxis, Ubers and public transport
- meals (unless provided at events included as part of the itinerary)
- taxes, insurance, etc
- any other costs incurred outside of activities included in the itinerary
Application timeline
Please complete the online form by Friday 11 July 2025 to register your interest to participate.
Successful applicants will be notified no later than Friday 18 July 2025.
For enquiries or further information, please contact:
Scott Healey
Department of Trade, Business and Asian Relations
Phone: 8999 7956
Email: expo2025osaka@nt.gov.au