scene of the signing ceremony

scene of the signing ceremony

Hong Hao, director of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination

The International Development Information Network Association (Devnet) will explore the role of international rescue operations in maintaining harmonious lives in the face of natural disasters, it confirmed today while signing a participation contract with Expo organizers.

The theme of the 2,000-square-meter pavilion will be "City Rescue and Harmonious Life -- Integrative International Communication & Cooperation."

The Rome, Italy-based association plans to display advanced anti-earthquake and other disaster-prevention materials as well as environmental protection and energy-saving technologies at the pavilion.

Devnet pays close attention to helping people live better in safe and harmonious cities and how to reduce destruction caused by natural disasters. It hopes to explore these issues at its exhibition, an official of the association said.

The association will also promote emergency rescue operations among the public and set up a "Japanese Culture Street" and a "Italian Culture Street" to showcase different cultures.