President sends letter to Japan prime minister

President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan has sent a written letter to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, focusing on bilateral relations and ways to strengthen the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between the two countries.

The letter was delivered by Dr Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and UAE Special Envoy to Japan, during a meeting on Monday at the Prime Minister’s Office in Tokyo.

The meeting was also attended by Noura Bint Mohammed Al Kaabi, Minister of State, and Shihab Al Faheem, UAE Ambassador to Japan.

Al Jaber conveyed the greetings of Sheikh Mohamed to the Japanese Prime Minister and expressed the UAE’s wishes for Japan’s continued progress and prosperity, along with his hopes for the success of Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai.

Ishiba, in turn, conveyed his greetings to Sheikh Mohamed and expressed his hopes for the UAE’s continued development and growth.

The two sides discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership signed in 2022.

Al Jaber reaffirmed the UAE leadership’s commitment to strengthening cooperation and advancing ties to new strategic levels. He highlighted the potential for deepening collaboration across vital sectors, including economy, trade, energy, industry and advanced technology, and space-areas that support sustainable development goals in both nations.

He also noted the enduring friendship between the UAE and Japan, which dates back to before the founding of the UAE, referencing Abu Dhabi’s participation in Expo 1970 in Osaka.

Japan on Monday marked the official opening of Expo Osaka 2025 in a grand ceremony attended by Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and over 1,300 guests, including ministers and ambassadors from participating Arab and foreign countries.

The UAE is taking part in the six-month-long international exhibition, running until Oct.13, 2025, with a pavilion themed “Earth to Ether,” located in the “Empowering Lives” zone.

The pavilion offers a multi-dimensional experience that blends engineering innovation and cultural richness, showcasing the UAE’s vision for shaping a sustainable future for both humanity and the planet. It also reflects the country’s inspiring journey from deep-rooted heritage to boundless aspirations.

WAM