NINEJP and Dubai Future Foundation Forge Path Toward Strategic Collaboration

On May 22, 2025, NINEJP hosted a strategic roundtable with a delegation from the Dubai Future Foundation, led by its CEO, H.E. Khalfan Belhoul, at Tokyo Science University.

The session showcased Japan's key innovation assets, including intellectual property, digital content, and proprietary AI training data, alongside successful case studies of university-born startups and the unique structure of Japan's GAP Fund.

Discussions centered on identifying synergies between the two ecosystems' policy frameworks and support mechanisms. The Dubai delegation presented their tangible initiatives in accelerator programs and fund creation, sparking in-depth talks on actionable, mutually beneficial collaborations.

This landmark meeting establishes a foundational step for NINEJP in building a robust, global partnership with the UAE, aimed at unlocking new opportunities for innovation and investment.