RIYADH: Backed by recent reforms in the mining sector, Saudi Arabia sought the participation of Japanese firms in its massive exploration activities that aimed to attract SR40 billion ($10.6 billion) in investment. As part of the Invest Saudi initiative, top ministry officials of the Kingdom and Japanese business leaders met in Tokyo between May 31 and June 2 to discuss ways
A preceding Perspectives on Innovation piece, "Japan's Semiconductor Industrial Policy from the 1970s to Today" can be read here. By: Hideki Uno Recognizing that semiconductors and the technologies they power are critical to the national security of the United States and its allies, the U.S. government announced in July 2022 its commitment to collaborating closely with Japan