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Ruto seeks to enhance cooperation with Japan in education, manufacturing, sports

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President William Ruto and First Lady Rachel Ruto arrive in Yokohama, Japan, for the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development, on August 20, 2025. [PCS]

President William Ruto used the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD-9) to advocate for enhanced cooperation with Japan in areas such as education, manufacturing, sports, and technology to strengthen economic resilience.

TICAD-9, with the theme "Co-creating Innovative Solutions With Africa People-to-;People Partnership for Shared Prosperity," is the largest Africa-focused business expo and diplomatic platform in Japan.

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