TOKYO: Approximately 50 government officials, corporate representatives, and academic researchers convened in Tokyo on Tuesday to participate in a dialogue concerning the expansion of bilateral cooperation between Japan and Saudi Arabia, with proceedings centered on Saudi Vision 2030 and the Riyadh Expo 2030.
The event was co-organized by Uhuru Inc., a Japanese technology firm currently broadening its engagement with Saudi Arabia, and the Professional University of Information and Management for Innovation.
Attendees from the public, private, and academic sectors exchanged perspectives on strengthening Japan–Saudi relations as the Kingdom progresses with its economic transformation.
Goto Sato, an official from the Middle East and Africa Division at Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI), provided an overview of the current state of Japan–Saudi relations. He elaborated on how cooperation under the framework of Saudi Vision 2030 is diversifying beyond the energy sector to encompass artificial intelligence, digital technology, healthcare, tourism, entertainment, and infrastructure.
Mr. Sato stated that the Riyadh Expo 2030 offers a significant opportunity for Japan to contribute its technological capabilities, innovation, and operational expertise while supporting the economic diversification of Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, he observed that world expositions have transitioned from mere exhibitions into platforms for business matching, investment, and international partnerships, thereby generating new prospects for both governmental and private entities.
