"The pavilion will engage visitors in an entertaining and informative interaction on the theme 'Better City, Better Life,'" said Kelleher.

Declan Kelleher, the Irish Ambassador to China addresses the signing ceremony.

Declan Kelleher, the Irish Ambassador to China addresses the 
signing ceremony.

The rich cultural heritage of Irish cities and their rich achievements in arts and literature will be presented through exhibitions and performances.

Irish artists will be invited to the pavilion during the Expo.

Ireland confirmed its participation in the Expo in September 2006.

Zhou Hanmin, deputy director general of the Bureau of Shanghai World Expo Coordination addresses the signing ceremony.

Zhou Hanmin, deputy director general of the Bureau of Shanghai 
World Expo Coordination addresses the signing ceremony.