Japan

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UAE and Japan Strengthen Cooperation in Industry, Technology and Scientific Research

News Desk 12/10/2026

The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology (MoIAT) has concluded a working visit to Japan, that included engagements in Tokyo and Kyoto focused on strengthening cooperation in industry, technology and artificial intelligence. The visit aimed to identify opportunities to turn innovation

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Citi® Token Services Expands Global Footprint into UAE and Japan

News Desk 01/10/2026

Citi today announced the expansion of Citi Token Services into UAE and Japan, advancing our strategy to build a more connected, always-on financial ecosystem for corporate and financial institutional clients. The expansion is the latest milestone in Citi Services’ broader digital assets strategy, which is focused on solving real-world client needs by building bank-grade

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Citi® Token Services Expands Global Footprint into UAE and Japan

News Desk 29/09/2026

Citi today announced the expansion of Citi Token Services into UAE and Japan, advancing our strategy to build a more connected, always-on financial ecosystem for corporate and financial institutional clients. The expansion is the latest milestone in Citi Services’ broader digital assets strategy, which is focused on solving real-world client needs by building bank-grade

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UAE Dressage Celebrates Milestone Asian Games Campaign in Tokyo

News Desk 27/09/2026

The UAE concluded its dressage campaign at the 20th Asian Games Aichi-Nagoya 2026 on Sunday with Bianca Schütz and Ali Khalfan Al Jahouri finishing 12th and 13th respectively in the Individual Final, completing a significant three days of competition for UAE dressage at JRA Equestrian Park in Tokyo. The four-strong team of Natalie Lankester, Mohamed […]

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Nissan Patrol: A Japanese-Born Legend with an Emirati Soul

News Desk 31/07/2026

Across seven decades of desert tracks, family journeys, mountain roads, and city highways, Nissan may have started life in Japan, but it has been embraced by the UAE, with the Patrol specifically becoming a vehicle people grew up around, remembered, trusted, and passed down through stories. In its earliest form, the Patrol was direct and […]

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Al Masaood CVE Set to Go to UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge Global Finale in Japan

News Desk 23/07/2026

Al Masaood Commercial Vehicles & Equipment (CVE), the authorised distributor of UD Trucks in Abu Dhabi, has concluded the 2026 edition of the UD Trucks Extra Mile Challenge, held at a leading driving facility in Musaffah, Abu Dhabi. More than ten drivers advanced to the challenge following an initial evaluation stage carried out with the […]

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GAZOO RACING Defends Home Turf with 1-2-3-4 Rally Japan Win

News Desk 03/06/2026

GAZOO Racing World Rally Team (GR-WRT) secured a landslide 1-2-3-4 finish at Rally Japan, with Elfyn Evans and co-driver Scott Martin taking victory in the No. 33 Toyota GR YARIS Rally1. They were joined by teammates Sébastien Ogier and Vincent Landais (No. 1) in second, Sami Pajari and Marko Salminen (No. 5) in third, as […]

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Anime Tourism Invites the Arab World to Japan

News Desk 22/04/2026

The Anime & Manga Spot Summit & Expo held in Tokyo’s bustling neighborhood of Ikebukuro invites Middle Eastern anime fans to experience anime tourism, creating an exclusive and welcoming festival for international fans. Japanese animation (anime) has long captured the hearts of Middle Eastern fans through the adventures of Detective Conan, Doraemon, and many more

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UAE PAVILION PERGOLA FROM EXPO 2025 OSAKA FINDS A NEW HOME IN JAPAN

News Desk 06/04/2026

A pergola that formed part of the United Arab Emirates Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, has been installed in Tottori Prefecture, where it will continue to serve as a public space for visitors. Originally positioned at the entrance of the UAE Pavilion, the pergola provided a shaded area for millions of visitors as they […]

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More than 60% of MENA Investors Bet Big on Japan Amid Global Market Caution

News Desk 02/04/2026

Investors around the world are maintaining a cautiously optimistic outlook for the next six months, with the strongest confidence directed towards Japan’s equity market, according to Saxo, the leader in online trading and investment, and its latest Investor Forecast Q1 2026. The survey* gathered more than 1,600 responses across ten markets and asked clients how […]

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TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Clinches Stunning 1-2-3 Finish at Rally Japan

News Desk 12/11/2025

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing World Rally Team pulled off a late-season hat trick with their one-two-three finish at the 2025 FIA World Rally Championship’s Rally Japan. Eight-time world champion Sébastien Ogier and co-driver Vincent Landais led the charge in the No. 17 Toyota GR YARIS Rally1, followed closely by teammates Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin in […]

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SALVAJE DUBAI UNVEILS BOLD NEW COCKTAIL MENU: WHERE JAPAN MEETS LATIN AMERICA

PR News Desk 21/10/2025

Salvaje Dubai, the acclaimed Japanese-Latin American restaurant, has launched a new signature cocktail menu blending Japanese elegance with vibrant Latin American flavours. Available daily, the menu features reimagined classics and experimental creations, honoring nature, culture, and craftsmanship. Step into a world where cocktails become poetry and every pour

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Hub71 deepens ties with Japan to drive cross-border innovation

PR News Desk 16/09/2025

Hub71, Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem, has strengthened its commitment to Japan through a series of high-profile engagements in Tokyo at WebX and the Blockchain Leaders Summit, reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s role as a global gateway for technology and international investment. Building on a successful series of engagements in Japan earlier this year, including the Abu […]

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Parmigiani Fleurier expands to Asia with opening of Flagship Boutique in Ginza, Tokyo – Japan

PR News Desk 27/08/2025

Parmigiani Fleurier is proud to announce the official opening its first boutique in Asia, located at 7-chome Chuo-dori in the heart of Tokyo’s prestigious Ginza. The flagship stands to strengthen Parmigiani Fleurier’s presence in Japan and beyond, at a time when the industry is showing restraint. It celebrates the exceptional craftsmanship of the house in […]

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TOTO GALLERY・MA Celebrates 40 Years of Architectural Dialogue and Innovation

PR News Desk 19/08/2025

TOTO GALLERY・MA, the architecture and design-focused cultural space by TOTO LTD., Japan, is marking its 40th anniversary this year. Since opening its doors in Tokyo in 1985, the gallery has brought together some of the world’s most respected architects and emerging talents, creating a platform where ideas, creativity and cultural perspectives meet. In the last […]

Health

Canada, UK and Japan gain top WHO status in global push for safe medical products

Arnold Pinto 12/08/2025

Future role for Gulf states? The World Health Organization (WHO) has designated national regulatory authorities in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan as WHO-Listed Authorities, a classification reserved for agencies that meet the highest international standards for overseeing medical products. The move is part of a broader effort to strengthen global access to safe and

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Dubai Welcomes Japan’s Leading Udon Brand as Marugame Udon Opens First UAE Outlet at City Centre Deira

PR News Desk 01/08/2025

Reinforcing the UAE’s growing reputation as a global destination for world-class dining experiences, Japan’s number one udon brand Marugame Udon has made its regional debut in Dubai with the opening of its first outlet at City Centre Deira. The grand opening on July 3 exceeded expectations, drawing queues of over 500+ guests well into the […]

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Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Assigned A+ Rating with Stable Outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Strengthening Access to Asian Capital Markets

PR News Desk 16/07/2025

Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) (www.AfricaFC.org), the continent’s leading infrastructure solutions provider, has been assigned a long-term Issuer credit rating of A+ with a stable outlook by Japan Credit Rating Agency, Ltd (JCR). This rating will enable AFC to continue growing its footprint in Asian capital markets. “The credit rating reflects AFC’s leading role

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Invest Qatar, QFZ conclude Asian roadshow with strategic engagements in Japan

PR News Desk 12/07/2025

Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, successfully concluded a series of high-level meetings with leading Japanese business and trade organisations in Tokyo, marking the final stop of its Asian business roadshow. The roadshow was held in collaboration with the Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) to strengthen bilateral economic ties and promote investment

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Shared vision for mobility, motorsport boosting UAE’s trading partnership with Japan – Ben Sulayem

PR News Desk 26/06/2025

FIA President says meeting with Japanese Prime Minister revealed approach which is a model for nations across the world Mohammed Ben Sulayem, President of the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), says a shared vision for the future of mobility and motor sport is helping to reinforce the UAE’s strong trading partnership with Japan. Ben Sulayem […]