This visit is part of the UAE’s strategic push for global investment and innovation ties. It underscores Abu Dhabi’s focus on cultivating strategic partnerships with leading world economies.
Organised in partnership with the UAE Embassy in Tokyo, this mission reflects a national vision to deepen bilateral cooperation. The delegation includes senior representatives from over a dozen public and private entities. These entities include the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), ADGM, ADNOC, Hub71, and KEZAD.
Notably, these platforms are the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) and the Abu Dhabi-Japan Business Connect. These forums will spotlight Abu Dhabi’s fastest-growing economic clusters. The clusters include the Smart and Autonomous Vehicles Industries (SAVI) cluster.
Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, emphasized the significance of Japan as a long-time trade partner. “We are future-proofing Abu Dhabi’s economy by investing in innovation, R&D, and strategic international partnerships,” he said. “Japan’s expertise aligns with our key growth sectors, and we aim to expand cooperation in clean energy, AI, and next-generation technologies.”
The delegation’s visit comes as both countries move toward finalising a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Notably, the UAE attracted over 80% of Japanese investment in the Middle East. Bilateral trade has grown at an annual rate of 11.9% over the past five years.
Ambassador Shihab Ahmed Alfaheem reiterated the significance of the mission. “We are on the cusp of a new era of cooperation,” he said. “Japan’s strengths in industrial automation and sustainable mobility complement Abu Dhabi’s vision for a diversified, knowledge-based, net-zero future.”
It showcases the emirate’s ambition to lead in global economic transformation. As the emirate continues to expand its presence on the international stage, strategic global partnerships will remain key to its long-term vision.
