JETRO Business Brief: Middle East and Africa Regional Investment Environment and Energy Policy Trends

Middle East and Africa Economic Trends JETRO published a business brief on September 11, 2025, regarding the investment environment and energy policies of the Middle East and Africa regions. The report conducts comprehensive analysis of Saudi Arabia and UAE economic diversification strategies, utilization status of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), and resource development policies of various countries. It supports Japanese companies in formulating entry strategies for Middle East and Africa markets. Energy Transition and Investment Opportunities The brief provides detailed explanations of the latest trends in decarbonization strategies of Middle Eastern countries, expansion of renewable energy investments, and hydrogen energy development. It particularly analyzes opportunities for Japanese companies to participate in large-scale projects such as Saudi Arabia's NEOM plan and UAE's Vision 2071. African Markets and Infrastructure Development The report provides specialized information on digitalization promotion, infrastructure investment demand, and manufacturing industry development policies in African countries. It clearly identifies specific opportunities and challenges for Japanese companies to develop African markets through technology and financial cooperation.