The Czech National Day at EXPO 2025 in Osaka brought together international guests and officials, including Czech President Petr Pavel and Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado of Japan. Held at the Czech National Pavilion, the event combined cultural programming with business-focused initiatives, highlighting Czechia’s position as a partner for international cooperation and investment. As a national partner of the pavilion, CTP has been actively engaged throughout the duration of the exhibition. The company has taken part in a range of events aimed at strengthening ties between Czech regions and Asian markets, including the exhibition’s opening ceremony, CzechInvest’s investment seminar, and technology showcases such as the autonomous mobility presentation organised by the Karlovy Vary Region Chamber of Commerce. Upcoming activities are planned with additional regional partners including Ostrava and Plzeň. CTP’s Group Client Relationship Director, Bert Hesselink, noted that EXPO serves as a key platform for presenting the Czech Republic to Asian companies seeking to enter European markets. “We meet regularly with firms interested in expanding into Europe and present the Czech Republic as a strategic entry point. At the same time, we support Czech regions in presenting their investment potential to global partners,” he said. The Czech National Day was held on 24 July, commemorating the 165th anniversary of Czech artist Alfons Mucha’s birth, a figure widely recognised in Japan. The day included official flag ceremonies, cultural performances by the Czech Philharmonic and other groups, and a business networking lunch hosted in the CTP Lounge. President Pavel opened the afternoon session with a short address, and the program concluded with a concert by singer Aiko and a custom-designed drone show. Ondřej Soška, Commissioner General of Czechia at EXPO 2025, emphasized the importance of integrating culture, business, and innovation in the national presentation. “CTP is an example of how private sector involvement can support international outreach and investor engagement. The EXPO continues through the autumn, with further events planned to promote Czech innovation and regional strengths,” he said.