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  • Osaka Climbs from 35th to 18th in GPCI 2025, Emerging as a Fast-Rising Global City — Post-Expo engagement and livability drive international momentum

    Osaka Prefecture has achieved a remarkable leap in the Global Power City Index (GPCI) 2025, published annually by the Mori Memorial Foundation’s Institute for Urban Strategies.Osaka climbed from 35th to 18th place, marking the largest improvement among the 48 cities evaluated worldwide.
    This sharp rise reflects Osaka’s ongoing transformation into a more competitive global city, driven by intern

  • Osaka on Track to Become a Global Life Sciences Hub — The Perfect Time to Launch Your Business

    With world-class research institutions, a robust industry cluster, a strong environment for international collaboration, and comprehensive business support, Osaka is drawing growing attention as a global center for life sciences innovation.
    Osaka’s Momentum Accelerates with Expo 2025
    The Osaka–Kansai Expo 2025, held under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” welcomed participa

  • Osaka Hosts “Global Startup Crossroads-Osaka” September 16-19

    OSAKA, JAPAN – Osaka Prefecture will host "Global Startup Crossroads-Osaka," bringing together international startups, investors, and corporations for four days of intensive business matching September 16-19, 2025. The initiative targets three high-growth sectors: Life Sciences, Carbon Neutral technologies, and Digital innovation (AI/Web3.0).
    Key Features:
    4 days of concentrated s

  • OPEN!! OSAKA Press Tour Highlights Prefecture's Vision as Global Business Hub

    On February 17, 2025, the Osaka Prefectural Government hosted "OPEN!! OSAKA," a comprehensive press tour showcasing the region's international business environment and growth strategy. The program included visits to Kansai International Airport, Osaka Prefecture’s Sakishima office, and Nakanoshima Qross, featuring high-level presentations and an interview session with Governor Yoshimura.
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  • Osaka Emerges as Asia's Next Global Financial Hub with Groundbreaking Special Zone Initiative

    Osaka has proposed a special zone framework utilizing the government's financial and asset management special zone program to promote the concentration and enhancement of financial and asset management services alongside the development of growth sectors. The city is positioning itself to maximize its economic power and strategic location while harnessing the momentum of the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025

  • Why Is Osaka Becoming Asia's Next Business Hub?

    5 Strategic Advantages Drawing Global Companies to Japan's Second-Largest Economic Region
    As global businesses seek new opportunities in Asia, Osaka is rapidly emerging as a prime destination for international investment and expansion. Through the dynamic "OPEN!! OSAKA"campaign, the Osaka Prefecture showcases five distinctive advantages that make this vibrant metropolis an increasingly attracti

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