Abu Dhabi: A senior economic delegation from Abu Dhabi has embarked on a strategic mission to Japan from May 6 to 9, 2025, to reinforce bilateral trade ties and explore new investment partnerships. Led by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), the initiative includes over 80 entities across government, finance, innovation, and tourism sectors.
The delegation aims to showcase Abu Dhabi’s economic transformation under its “Falcon Economy” vision, which focuses on innovation, sustainability, and diversification beyond hydrocarbons. Participating organisations include the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO), Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), Department of Culture and Tourism, and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), as well as a cohort of startups and private sector leaders.
Central to the visit are high-level forums in Tokyo and Osaka, including the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum and Abu Dhabi-Japan Business Connect, which serve as networking platforms to promote joint ventures. These forums focus on strategic sectors such as clean energy, smart manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and life sciences—areas where both countries have aligned long-term interests.
ADDED Chairman Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi emphasised that Japan is a key partner in Abu Dhabi’s global economic strategy. He highlighted the emirate’s growing role as a bridge between Asia and the Middle East, driven by world-class infrastructure, pro-investment policies, and deepening diplomatic ties.
Japan remains one of Abu Dhabi’s top non-oil trade partners, with bilateral economic relations dating back more than six decades. This 2025 visit is expected to accelerate cooperation in high-impact sectors and support Abu Dhabi’s ambitions to become a leading global hub for innovation and capital.
