Connecting the Middle East and Japan
- A New Startup Bridge -

The UAE combines the world's fifth-ranked competitiveness, favorable tax incentives, massive capital resources, and a strong drive for innovation.
Yet for many Japanese, it may still feel like a place that is “close yet distant.”Meanwhile, in this region often called the Silicon Valley of the Middle East, investment opportunities for Japanese startups are rapidly expanding in fields like AI, mobility, health tech, and clean energy.
This session explores the UAE's startup ecosystem and new opportunities for Japanese companies, discussing access to capital, cultural differences, and market entry strategies.