Kuwait's Ambassador to Japan, Sami Al-Zamanan, expressed profound pride in the official visit of His Highness the Crown Prince Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah to Japan on Wednesday, describing it as "a landmark moment in bilateral relations and a significant leap forward in strategic partnership and constructive cooperation."

Key Highlights:

1. Historic Significance:

   • Ambassador Al-Zamanan told KUNA the visit "crowns decades of constructive cooperation"

   • Marks 64 years of Japan-Kuwait diplomatic relations (since 1958)

   • Reflects mutual respect and shared interests between the nations

2. Strategic Objectives:

   • Expected to elevate economic cooperation to "more comprehensive and integrated levels"

   • Builds on wise leadership from both countries in recent years

   • Visit continues through May 31 with high-level meetings planned

3. Diplomatic Agenda:

   • Scheduled meetings with:
     • Emperor Naruhito
     • Japanese Crown Prince
     • Prime Minister Yoshihide Suga (to discuss regional/international issues)

   • Final leg includes visit to Osaka for Expo 2025 preview
     • Kuwait's pavilion to showcase cultural/civilizational heritage
     • Features diverse artistic/cultural activities

Economic Context:
The visit comes as Japan seeks to:

• Secure stable energy supplies (Kuwait provides 8% of Japan's crude imports)

• Expand infrastructure investments under Kuwait Vision 2035

• Strengthen technological partnerships in renewable energy

Cultural Note:
The Osaka Expo segment highlights Kuwait's "soft power" diplomacy, coinciding with the 65th anniversary of bilateral relations in 2023.