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Italian post issued a postage stamp featuring mascot of Expo Milano 2015, the Universal Exhibition that Milan, Italy, will host from May 1 to October 31, 2015. The stamp depicts the logo of the event and the legend “EXPO MILANO 2015″ along with the eye catching mascot.

Milan is hosting the exposition for the second time, the first being the Milan International of 1906. The theme chosen for Expo Milano 2015 is Feeding the planet, energy for life. The theme focuses on how technology, innovation, culture, traditions and creativity relates to food and diet.

Expo Milano 2015 will talk about the problems of nutrition and the resources of our planet. The idea is to open up a dialogue between international players, and to exchange views on these major challenges which impact everyone.

Over the period of six months, Milan will become a global showcase with more than 140 participating countries showcasing the best of their technology that offers a concrete answer to a vital need: being able to guarantee healthy, safe and sufficient food for everyone, while respecting the Planet and its equilibrium.