ADIO Teams Up With Itochu to Help the Japanese Company Grow in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) has teamed up with Itochu Corporation to help the Japanese company grow and improve its business activities in Abu Dhabi, according to a statement released on Monday.
ADIO-Itochu Partnership
Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) is teaming up with Itochu, a large Japanese trading company. The goal is to grow Itochu’s investments in important areas like advanced manufacturing, farming technology, clean energy, healthcare, information and communication technology (ICT), and logistics.
The partnership will also look for chances to invest together with local Abu Dhabi investors and create joint business ventures. This will help boost innovation and support Abu Dhabi’s plan to grow and diversify its economy.
The partnership is expected to encourage the sharing of knowledge and training programs to help develop local Emirati talent. It will also help build strong supply chains in key industries that are important to Abu Dhabi.
ADIO said this partnership will play a big role in speeding up the emirate’s economic growth and helping bring in new technologies. It will also support the development of sustainable industries and make Abu Dhabi’s economy stronger and more competitive.
Other Deals
ADIO also signed an agreement with Mizuho Financial Group, one of Japan’s biggest banks. This deal aims to increase Japanese investment in Abu Dhabi. It was signed at the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum in Tokyo and will make it easier for Japanese investors to do business in the emirate.
ADIO and Mizuho will work together to promote Abu Dhabi as a top place for investment. They will give Japanese businesses helpful information about local rules and promising sectors. They will also host events and business trips to encourage partnerships and investment.
In 2023, Itochu worked with EMSTEEL Group and AD Ports Group on a study to build a low-carbon iron supply chain in Abu Dhabi. This shows the emirate’s strong focus on sustainable industrial development.
The aim was to create a modern, low-carbon steel production center using each group’s strengths in logistics, shipping, and steel production.
Investment Ties
A group of Abu Dhabi officials, led by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), visited Japan recently. During the trip, they signed several agreements to strengthen trade and investment between the two countries.
These deals cover fast-growing and important sectors like life sciences, clean technologies, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, robotics, manufacturing, and finance.
These partnerships are expected to boost innovation, increase economic cooperation, and support Abu Dhabi’s long-term growth and diversification plans.
The visit was part of the Abu Dhabi Investment Forum in Tokyo and included over 80 people from government offices, private companies, small businesses, and startups.
Published: 15th May 2025
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