Tokyo Signs Memorandum of Understanding with New York City Economic Development Corporation to Promote Cooperation

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) to strengthen collaboration in promoting economic development.

The agreement is part of TMG’s startup strategy, Global Innovation with STARTUPS, to promote Tokyo-based startups on a global scale. By fostering direct exchanges with key overseas players, TMG aims to strengthen connections and collaboration with international startup ecosystems.

The MOU was signed between Tokyo Vice Governor Manabu Miyasaka, who visited New York in conjunction with the holding of "Tokyo 'SusHi' Night," a promotional event for the “SusHi” (Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo) initiative, and NYCEDC President and CEO Andrew Kimball.

Details are as follows.

1. Signing Date

November 22, 2024

2. Areas of Mutual Cooperation

TMG and the NYCEDC will cooperate as close partners on the following initiatives to foster development as powerful global hubs for business and innovation:

• Data and information sharing
• Business expansion support
• Communication and knowledge exchange

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About the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC):

NYCEDC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to diversifying New York City’s industries and building a sustainable urban environment. It provides consulting, business matchmaking and a range of additional support services.