By Binsal Abdulkader
ABU DHABI, 22nd December, 2022 (WAM) – Increased official and cultural interactions have enriched the 50th anniversary celebrations of Japan-UAE diplomatic relations, a top Japanese diplomat told the Emirates News Agency (WAM).
While mutual visits of high-ranking officials, and growing energy and trade transactions throughout this year have further strengthened the bilateral strategic partnership, Emiratis’ increasing interest in various elements of Japanese culture has opened up a new era in cultural relations, said Akio Isomata, the Japanese Ambassador to the UAE..
ABU DHABI, 6th September, 2022 (WAM) The first Youth Ambassadors Programme Japan (YAPJP) has been launched with the aim of deepening cultural ties and harnessing young talent.
The launch of the programme comes in celebration of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the United Arab Emirates and Japan.
YAP Japan targets Emirati students from five universities across the UAE who aspire to study and obtain a master's degree in Japan. This year's inaugural programme selected 21 ambitious students out of a competitive pool.