Today, the World Expo is one of the most internationally renowned global exhibitions. Held every five years, the event showcases spectacular exhibitions, pavilions and cultural events by international organizations, businesses and nations from around the world. It is also an opportunity to raise awareness about the issues impacting the global community such as sustainable development, resource management, global economy and the quality of life. Dubai is competing against Ayutthaya, Thailand; Ekaterinburg, Russia; Izmir, Turkey; and Sao Paulo, Brazil to host this prestigious event. The winner is to be announced in November 2013.