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He elaborated, “The two countries launched talks to reach a comprehensive economic
partnership agreement last November, and it is expected that we will complete

this agreement before the end of this year, opening up great horizons and providing
promising opportunities for the private sector and business communities on both sides

to build long-term partnerships that contribute to joint economic growth.”

The Japan-Kyoto Trade Exhibition is set to become an annual fixture in the middle East,

providing a platform for Japanese businesses to showcase their products and services
while enabling UAE-based enterprises to explore new commercial opportunities.

Organised by Maico Enterprise, the exhibition aligns with the growing interest of
Japanese companies in expanding their footprint in the UAE and the broader Middle
East, particularly as the two nations advance negotiations on a Comprehensive

Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).

Mai Sakaue, CEO of Maico Enterprise and Chair of the Executive Committee for

the Japan Trade Exhibition, emphasised the event’s significant growth in participation,
with over 100 exhibiting companies and brands. This expansion underscores the UAE’s

importance as a gateway for Japanese businesses seeking regional expansion.
Additionally, more than 20 Japanese companies will attend to explore future

participation.

On 18th September 2024, the UAE and Japan initiated discussions on a Comprehensive

Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to unlock new economic collaboration
opportunities and drive sustainable growth.

The Japan Trade Exhibition, taking place from 10-12 February 2025, highlights a diverse

array of Japanese companies from sectors including technology, artificial intelligence,
aerospace, food industries, engineering, sustainability, tourism, healthcare, arts, and

crafts. The exhibition aims to explore trade and investment prospects while
leveraging Dubai’s strategic location as a global business hub.

As the first comprehensive platform dedicated to showcasing Japanese innovation in
the UAE and GCC, the exhibition offers an unparalleled opportunity to connect
with industry leaders, buyers, retailers, and key decision-makers across multiple sectors

in Japan, the UAE, and the wider Middle East. It also fosters cultural exchange between

the two nations.

Sakaue said, “We are thrilled to launch the second edition of the Japan Trade Exhibition,
a unique platform for Japanese industries to establish strong business ties

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